Fresh Step Non Clumping Cat Litter with Febreze Freshness, Lightweight and High-Absorbing Formula with Odor Control, 7 lb. Bag Review

4.5 (604) Amazon rating$5.19400+ bought last month

Our verdict

This 7 lb bag of Fresh Step non-clumping fiber litter is a lightweight, budget-friendly option built around Febreze scent for everyday odor control, and its 4.5 star average suggests it does the basic job well for a low price.

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Best for

Single-cat households or apartment owners who want a cheap, easy-to-carry litter and don't mind dumping the whole box on a schedule rather than clumping it.

Skip if

You prefer clumping litter for easier spot-cleaning, or your cat is sensitive to scented products since this formula relies on Febreze freshness.

  • Form Granule
  • Priced 79% below the category median ($24.99 across 153 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.5/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.5/5

    4.5 average across 604 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.8/5

    604 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

["Fresh Step's non-clumping formula here is built from fiber material rather than clay, which keeps the 7 lb bag light and easy to pour. Clorox markets it as a high-absorbing formula with Febreze freshness baked in for ongoing odor control between full litter changes.", "Because it's non-clumping, you won't be able to scoop out individual waste clumps the way you would with a clay formula. Instead this style works best for owners who prefer to fully dump and refill the box on a regular schedule rather than daily spot scooping.", 'At $5.19 for a 7 lb bag, this sits at the affordable end of the litter category, and with 604 reviews averaging 4.5 stars, it has a solid track record among owners who tried it. Roughly 400 buyers picked it up in the past month, a modest but steady volume for a small bag size.']

Pros

  • Lightweight fiber formula makes the bag easy to carry and pour
  • Febreze freshness adds ongoing odor control between changes
  • High-absorbing formula for the fiber material
  • Affordable price for a name-brand litter
  • Strong 4.5 star average across 604 reviews

Cons

  • Non-clumping means no easy daily scoop-and-toss for solid waste
  • Small 7 lb bag size means more frequent repurchasing
  • Scented formula may not suit cats sensitive to fragrance

Specifications

Form
Granule

Performance notes

The fiber material, rather than clay or crystal, is what keeps this bag lightweight and gives it its high-absorbing quality, though it means the litter won't form hard clumps around waste. Owners managing a single litter box with light use are the best fit for this non-clumping, full-change approach.

What buyers say

With 604 reviews averaging 4.5 stars and around 400 units bought in the past month, this is a smaller-volume seller than Fresh Step's bigger clumping bags, but the rating suggests it holds up well within its non-clumping, budget niche.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this litter clumping or non-clumping?

This Fresh Step formula is non-clumping, meaning it's designed for full box changes rather than daily scooping of individual waste clumps.

Does this litter have a scent?

Yes, it's formulated with Febreze freshness for ongoing odor control, so it's not an unscented option if your cat prefers fragrance-free litter.

How big is the bag?

This listing is a 7 lb bag, which is a smaller size best suited to single-cat households or as a top-off between larger bags.

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