3 BEST & CHEAPEST Places to Buy Cat Litter (& Most Reliable)

The best places to buy cat litter can sometimes be the cheapest ones.

According to Susan Little, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), keeping cat litter clean can help avoid certain infectious diseases for cats, so it is vital to change it frequently (1).

Getting rid of the dirty litter regularly can add up in cost, so you want to find the cheapest place to find a quality product.

 I’ve found that looking around for sales can be helpful, but usually, once you find a source, you’ll keep it if the sellers are consistent in their pricing.

Does that keep you from looking for better deals? Of course not! Savings is savings!

This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.

3 Best places to buy cat litter in the US 

The price of cat litter, like everything else these days, seems to keep rising. So, where is the cheapest place to buy cat litter if you live in the USA? Right now, I have found three that I like.

Place #1: Walmart

I choose Walmart a lot of times because they seem to have the best price on kitty litter.

They also keep one of my most favored brands in stock. It seems hard to find in other places.

There are pros and cons to everything, including whether or not you choose to buy your cat litter at a Walmart store. See some of the significant pros and cons below:

BenefitsDrawbacksWalmart stores are all over the USNot everyone is a fan of big corporations like Walmart. Some people prefer to shop with local and small businesses.Prices are affordable. Walmart is notorious for having the lowest prices on cat litter.Walmart stores can be very busy, making shopping and waiting in line (and parking) unpleasant.They carry many brands, including my favorite type of litter. They do not employ pet experts to help with your purchasesStock is typically kept updated (you can find the product on the shelf)Discount codes and coupons are not readily available since prices are already lowIn addition to multiple cat litter brands, they also offer various sizes of cat litter. Multi-cat households, clumping litters, dust formula, unscented litter, etc., are all available in-store and online.If you purchase, in-person cat litter can be very heavy to carry. Even brands marked as lightweight litter can be rather heavy.It is convenient because I can do my grocery and household shopping simultaneously.If you order online for store pick-up, cat litter can be heavy to carryYou can purchase in person or online.Pick-up in store option is available if you order onlineHome delivery (so you don’t have to carry the heavy cat litter) is available if you purchase onlineFree delivery if you meet the minimum order amountThey partner with Amazon, so you can order and pick up at select stores (drive-through option)Store hours are convenient, with some superstores being open 24/7

If you like to purchase cat litter online, Chewy.com is one of the best and cheapest places to make your purchase.

If finding savings is your thing, they have sales more than any other pet place I have found online. I get coupons in the mail, in flyers, online, etc.

What are the pros and cons of shopping at Chewy.com? See below:

BenefitsDrawbacksIt is convenient to order onlineShopping can only be done online (there are no brick and mortar stores)They deliver right to your front doorShipping can be pricey if you do not hit the threshold amount for free shippingYou have an auto-ship option, so you don’t ever run low on cat litter in the houseAds and offers can sometimes feel spammyIt is a reputable website that many people know and trustVeterinary diet items require veterinarian approval.You can get on a mailing list to have savings options regularly sent to youVeterinarians do not always speak highly of Chewy.comThey are focused centrally on pet care and needsPrices are cheaper when you sign up for auto-ship, but not everyone may want to engage in this optionThey offer other pet services, including a pet pharmacyPet experts are available to help you 24/7They have a large variety of pet items, including many types of cat litter.
Specialty types such as pine litter, silica gel litter, clumping varieties,  alternative litters, etc., are found in online companies such as Chewy.com far more than you might find at grocery stores.Free shipping when you purchase over a specific priceFast shippingPrescriptions require veterinarian approval, which can be timely

Amazon has become a household name. It seems everyone has used it at one time or another.

They can easily be considered one of the best places to buy cat litter (and the cheapest).

BenefitsDrawbacksConvenience: Many people already have Amazon accounts set up, making shopping a breeze.There are no brick-and-mortar stores, so you have to wait for deliveryOnline retailers are often suitable for prices! Amazon usually has some of the best prices around for cat litter.Products can be damaged during shippingVariety! Amazon carries a wide variety of many cat products, including cheap cat litter. No matter your preference, they are sure to carry the type of cat litter you desire.They are a huge corporation, and some people prefer to support local businesses instead of the larger conglomerates.Shipping is free when you meet a certain thresholdYou have to pay shipping fees if you do not meet the free shipping threshold.Some sellers offer auto-ship offersRefunds, when needed, can be harder to process on heavy items like kitty litter when you have to do them online versus in person.Customers review the products and sellers, so you feel safe buyingThere is a slight risk of sellers sending you fake products, including your cat litter.Fast delivery, especially with Amazon Prime options if you are a memberTracking is availableHome deliveryUpdated inventory takes place dailyThey have a straightforward website to navigate, making comparing and contrasting prices and brands easy.People trust Amazon for shopping

What to Consider When Selecting the Place to Buy Cat Litters

One thing you want to consider when you choose where to buy your cat litter is what kind of litter box you have for your cat.

Some litter boxes do better with various types of litter than others. There are many types of litter to choose from, and the pieces are different sizes.

Some litter boxes do better with various types of litter than others.

There are many types of litter to choose from, and the pieces are different sizes.

Cedar, crystal, and clay litter are much larger, for instance than the sand variety. This matters quite a bit if you have an automatic or robot litter box. It does not matter so much if you have a litter tray.

Because unattended feces in the cat litter box can lead to odors that contribute to air pollution, the robot litter boxes can be more than convenient for those who are not always home.

This can lead to an entirely different discussion of what types of litter boxes to buy (mechanical litter boxes or traditional), but we’ll leave that for another day.

I will, however, offer this option to explore since I am a huge fan of the Catvills website: whisker litter robot reviews.

Another thing to consider is whether or not you want or need to purchase your litter immediately. If you are looking for the cheapest place and have time to wait for it, you can order online.

If you need to have your cat litter immediately, you will probably want to opt for an in-store option to fulfill that need instantly.

FAQs 

Conclusion

The best places to find cat litter are sometimes the cheapest ones. Whether you are searching in person or online, there are always deals on quality brands.

Do your homework, and you are sure to walk away happy with the best prices on the cat litter you or your cat favors the most.

What is your favorite place to buy cat litter? Let us know below!

Resources

• 1. Allen M. Schoen MS. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2011. VINcom. Published online March 30, 2015. Accessed April 22, 2022. https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11343&meta=generic&catId=34567&id=5124223&ind=135&objTypeID=17
• 2. Google Scholar. scholar.google.com. Accessed April 22, 2022. https://scholar.google.com/scholar?cluster=15590606583830892629&hl=en&as_sdt=0

Rosey A

Rosey A. is a teacher by day, a freelancer by night. She enjoys family, friends, travel, and writing.
Follow her on FACEBOOK and TWITTER. Read her LATEST POSTS. Learn more about her HERE.