The 12 Best Cat Beds of 2024

Best Overall

Mau Woven Cat Bed

$80 at PETCO $79 at maupets.com

Mau Pets makes a wide range of cat trees, perches and other tastefully designed cat accessories. The Vevo is a functional, strikingly designed cat bed that’s made from a velvety single-weave, like a big plush basket. Each Vevo is handmade, so each bed is one-of-a-kind. Plus, it’s big enough for large cats.

The soft weave of the Vevo is a beautiful design, but also has a practical application, since the basket sides can be folded, rolled, or adjusted to create a unique look—raising the sides for cats that prefer an enclosed space, or rolling down one side so an older cat can more easily climb in. Plus, the bed’s woven texture creates bumps that cats can’t resist rubbing against.

While the Vevo can be used as a cat bed all on its own, Mau offers a supplemental cushion separately. The cushion is available in ten different colors and is machine washable. The Vevo itself is a little harder to wash—while you can technically machine wash on delicate settings, with minimal detergent and no spin cycle, the weave can take a long time to try. Unless it’s irreparably soiled, the Vevo can be maintained with a vacuum and lint roller instead.

You can try the Vevo for 45-days risk-free, and there’s a one-year warranty too. Plus, for every Vevo purchased, Mau plants a tree, further donating five percent of profits to environmental and animal causes.

The Mau Vevo Woven Cat Bed is available in two colors: Taupe and Dim Gray.

_{Sizes: One size | Dimensions: 20-inch diameter; height adjustable, from 7 to 13 inches | Colors: Taupe, dim gray | Materials: Velvety synthetic fabric}

Best Cave

Meowfia Felt Cat Cave Bed

$50 at Amazon $50 at Chewy $50 at Walmart

This beautiful cat bed can be used as a cave to hide in, or it can be pressed flat in warmer temperatures to form an open bed for cooler napping. It will muffle noises and retain your cat’s body heat when it is in its cave shape. We like that it is made of all-natural materials—100 percent merino wool—rather than petroleum-based synthetic materials. Customers like that it's well-made, durable, soft, and easy to clean.

_{Sizes: Medium (up to 12 pounds), large (13-20 pounds) | Dimensions: 19 x 19 x 12 inches (medium) | Colors: Rose quartz, sand dune, smoky pearl, vibrant turquoise | Materials: Merino wool}

Best Shag Donut

Best Friends by Sheri Original Calming Donut Dog Bed

$45 at Amazon $46 at Chewy $30 at Wayfair

This style of pet bed has become popular in the last few years—pets love how warm and cozy they are. It is purposely designed with creases that your cat can burrow into for maximum heat retention. The sides and cushion are fluffy, which is gentle on joints and muscles. The faux fur holds in natural body heat.

The small size is recommended for pets up to 25 pounds, but you might want the larger sizes if you have more than one cat—especially if they nap together.

_{Sizes: Small, medium, large, extra-large | Dimensions: 23 x 23 x 7 inches (small), 30 x 30 x 7 inches (medium) | Colors: Dark chocolate, gray, mink, navy, oyster, baby blue, shag cotton candy, dark chocolate, denim, dusty rose, frost, gray, lavender, sage, taupe | Materials: Vegan polyester faux fur, AirLoft fiber filling}

Best Tent

Best Pet Supplies Pet Tent

$23 at Amazon $39 at Chewy

Tent and cave-style cat beds offer security and warmth as well as noise buffering. They are very well suited for cats who like to hide—the Best Pet Supplies Pet Tent can provide a space where you will reliably them. It's also great for sleeping, and might even tempt your cat away from your bed pillow or favorite chair.

The foam sides and bottom are soft and capture noise and heat to create a cozy space for your cat. Each includes a removable, washable pillow that your cat will love snuggling.

With seven colors and prints to choose from, you’re sure to find one that will blend seamlessly with your home décor.

_{Sizes: 14 and 19 inches high | Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 14 inches, 19 x 19 x 19 inches | Colors: Brown, gray, light blue, pink, tan | Materials: Faux suede, linen or corduroy, poly-foam lining}

Best Heated

K&H Hooded Cat Bed

$69 at Amazon $69 at Chewy $69 at Walmart

Does your cat sit in front of the stove or next to the heater vent? They might like the warmth of a heated bed. My cats always choose the heated cat bed over the non-heated ones.

Includes a dual thermostat 4‐watt heating unit buried within the pillow that warms the surface 10-15 degrees above ambient air temperature when not in use. When your cat lies in the bed it warms to your pet's normal body temperature of 102 degrees. K&H has a 20-year history in heated pet products and their beds and pads earn top ratings among competitors.

The bed includes a 5.5-foot cord that’s safe for indoor use. The removable cleaner can be machine washed on a gentle cycle with cold water, then hung to dry.

You can also consider the style without a hood. We have previously reviewed that version of the Thermo-Kitty cat bed.

_{Sizes: Small, large | Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 14 inches (small), 20 x 20 x 14 inches (large) | Colors: Mocha, tan | Materials: Micro fleece bed, polyfill pillow, heating unit}

Best Sofa

Enchanted Home Pet Pet Bed

$125 at Amazon $93 at Target

A pet sofa is an excellent way for your cat bed to blend with your existing décor. Most are made for both dogs and cats, so look carefully at the smallest sizes of the many dog sofas available to choose from. We like this hand crafted with quality wood furniture construction. It features soft ultra-plush polyester fabric with a removable washable cushion cover. The raised back is designed helps your cat feel secure and protected while resting. Elevated on two-inch legs, your cat will enjoy draft-free sleep. The back also has a convenient storage pocket for toys or treats.

A toggle and loop secure the foam cushion in place to keep it from sliding out. Enchanted Home has a range of faux leather and plush sofas, most of which are available in sizes appropriate for cats. Get the next size up if your cat is much over 10 pounds.

_{Sizes: One size | Dimensions: 27 x 15 x 15 inches | Colors: Pink, dark gray, brown basketweave, chevron (gray and white print) | Materials: Polyester}

Best Window Bed

AMOSIJOY Cordless Cushioned Cat Window Perch

$30 at Amazon

The AMOISJOY Cordless Cat Window Perch easily adheres to a windowed surface using four strong suction cups to securely hold it in place. Plus, the suction cup mounts have hinges, allowing you to fold up the platform against the window if you need to close blinds or a curtain over the perch. It can even mounted to a wall, but there is a slight chance it might damage the paint.

The cat hammock frame is made out of sturdy yet lightweight stainless steel, and the soft machine-washable cover—where your cat will unwind—is reversible, padded, and machine washable. It's equipped with a zipper to making it easy to take off and put on, and the full structure can support up to 40 pounds.

_{Sizes: Small, medium, large | Dimensions: 23.3 x 11.8 x 6.9 inches (large) | Colors: Grey, khaki | Materials: Stainless steel, plush, suction cups}

Best Orthopedic

Newton Baby Washable Orthopedic Pet Bed

$104 at Amazon View on Newtonbaby.com

Orthopedic cat beds are an excellent choice if you have a senior cat or one with limited mobility. These cats need cushioning that will keep them comfortable for longer periods of time without causing pressure sores. Most foam beds can trap heat. So, a self-cooling bed is also useful when cats can’t get up and move easily to cool off. This bed is designed and made by a company that specializes in baby products so you know your cat will be safe and cool.

With a breathable, washable dual-layered removable cover, you’ll be able to keep this cat bed clean easily. It’s proprietary fill is made from 90% air and 10% food-grade polymer that cushions joints and pressure points while maximizing airflow.

Unlike most pet beds, this one is Greenguard Gold Certified, meaning it has been independently tested and certified to have low chemical emissions, exceeding industry emissions safety standards to protect indoor air quality.

_{Sizes: Small, medium and large/x-large | Dimensions: 21 x 25 x 6 inches (small) | Color: Heather gray | Materials: Polyester cover, Wovenaire® mattress}

Best Shelf

Refined Feline Cat Shelf

$164 at Amazon $164 at Chewy $213 at Walmart

Cats love to be up high. They can see the whole room and instinctively they sleep better knowing they can hear everything coming. You’ll both love this elegant perch. Your cat will love playing and then napping on this sturdy shelf.

The top of the shelf has either faux fur (white shelf only) or Berber carpet held on with Velcro, making it removable for cleaning or replacement. You can get creative with shelf placement, using multiple shelves or placing a cat tree nearby for easy play and access.

You can hang it over your bed, couch or desk, or near a window. Four wall anchors are included with each shelf that weighs approximately 14 pounds. The manufacturers recommend securing the shelf into wall studs.

_{Sizes: One size | Dimensions: 60.25 x 10.5 inches | Colors: Smoke gray, white with faux fur, dark espresso, mahogany | Materials: Solid wood and bent ply, Berber carpet or faux fur}

Best Cushion

Pendleton National Parks Pet Bed

$122 at Amazon $99 at Chewy $155 at Walmart

The Pendleton National Parks Pet Bed has a soft fleece cover that's removable and machine washable. The inviting cushion-style bed provides four inches of plushness without any bolstered sides limiting access.

These pet beds from Pendleton come in a variety of color combinations that were inspired by national parks across the United States. The rectangle-shaped bed is available in four sizes (small, medium, large, and x-large), and most cats will have sufficient space and support on top of a small.

_{Sizes: Small, medium, large, x-large | Dimensions: 28 x 20 x 4 inches (small) | Colors: White with stripes, blue with stripes, navy with stripes, red with stripes | Materials: Polyester, cotton}

Best Budget

FurHaven Ultra Plush Pet Bed

$30 at Amazon $30 at Chewy View on Walmart

Give your cat an extra cozy oval-shaped space to curl up in with the FurHaven Ultra Plush Pet Bed. Most cats will find a small or medium size to be sufficient, but the bed is available in larger sizes in case you have cats that like to snuggle together.

This moderately priced cat bed is available in four colors, strawberry, chocolate, gray, and cream. The cover is removable and machine washable, and the supportive foam interior is manufactured in the United States without formaldehyde, phthalates, and other environmentally toxic chemicals.

_{Sizes: X-small, small, medium, large, x-large | Dimensions: 19 x 15 x 5.5 inches (small) | Colors: Pink, white, gray, brown | Materials: Polyester, synthetic fabric}

Best Hammock

Fukumaru Breathable Cat Hammock

$30 at Amazon

The Fukumaru Breathable Cat Hammock provides a comfortable elevated space where a cat can relax. Plus, the standalone hammock is portable and can easily be placed in any room or covered patio.

The sturdy wooden frame is made out of birch plywood and there are two fabrication choices for the hammock, breathable brown twill or a cushioned white velvet. Both neutral shades offer support and are machine washable. The hammock measures 21 inches in length, providing room for a full-sized cat or two with a maximum weight of 40 pounds.

It's easy to assemble and requires no installation, but it's only available in two colors and the price tends to vary depending on which fabric is selected.

^{Sizes: One size | Dimensions: 21 x 16.5 x 10 inches | Colors: Brown, white | Materials: Velvet or twill fabric, birch plywood}