Fresh Step Fast Acting Scoopable Cat Litter Review
25-pound boxes
Clay and plant extract composition
Premium-price
Pros:
Captures fluids before they can make it to bottom
Odors eliminated for long periods
Cons:
Clumps can fall apart over time
Very dusty
Pretty pricey
Fresh Step Fast Acting Scoopable Cat Litter Review
Last Updated by Brandon F. on May 18, 2020
Advertised Product Description
This is our Fresh Step Fast Acting Scoopable Cat Litter Review. Fresh Step Fast Acting Scoopable cat litter is advertised as being the go-to litter when you need those strong-smelling odors eliminated as fast as possible. This is accomplished by an increased level of plant extracts that are paw-activated to provide the best odor-blocking possible. On top of this, activated carbon is injected into the high-quality clay which helps to incase any moisture. Available in 25-pound boxes.
Who This Cat Litter is Intended For
This cat litter is intended for those who are looking for a product that will lock in odor as quickly as possible. This might be due to a small apartment, poor circulation, or just sensitive smells. Whatever the case, they want this accomplished using a conventional clay clumping litter but are also open to unique twists such as natural plant extracts. Generally, this will be for a single-cat household and with an owner who has a pretty wide budget in what they are willing to spend on a viable cat litter.
What Makes This Cat Litter Unique
This cat litter is unique because it advertises its quickness in knocking out odors. Most cat litters talk about how long-lasting they are, but few markets their quickness and efficiency in doing so. The other interesting fact about this litter is that it combines two oftentimes different approaches by using both clay as well as natural plant components to try to get the job done. Finally, it has paw-activated agents which we think is a original approach to odor-fighting.
Clumping Ability –
Clumping is above average for this product. It tackles both feces and urine fairly easy, especially in single cat households with timely litter box maintenance. The clumps stay relatively hard for several days but can start to fall apart after that point in time.
We do recommend that you stick to a single cat litter box, however, as with multiple cats the clumps can start to struggle some. Overall the litter does a good job of capturing all fluids before they can make it to the bottom and form bacteria.
Scent –
There is a very strong scent associated with this cat litter. It can cause some slight burning sensations if you get close to it, and some cats have been reported to try to avoid coming in close contact with it because of what we assume is the intensity. Perhaps this is the cost of combining clay and plant extracts. If you have allergies you might want to tread lightly with this product. That being said, it does eliminate cat odors very quickly and gets them eliminated for long periods so it is true to its word of being fast.
Messiness –
Dust, dust, and more dust. While clumping is on point and cleanup of litter and cat waste is pretty straightforward the dust can become too much sometimes. And this dust carries with it the intense smell of the litter, so it can not only get everywhere but also spread the strong odor. Every time your cat(s) use this box, the dust will be kicked up and you’ll be reminded of just how potent the smell is.
Value –
Expect to pay online in the premium price area for this litter. This makes it one of the more expensive clay-based cat litters on the market. We are hoping that the high asking price when we bought it was just a random spike.
Overall Rating –
The Fresh Step Fast Acting Scoopable Cat Litter Review earns 2.5 out of 5 cats. A very average-performing litter that unfortunately comes at an above-average price. While it is very fast at locking out odor and the clumps can be serviceable, the dust levels and general smell of the litter are just too high, and if you are willing to spend a premium level of money there are better options out there.