The Best Cat Scratching Posts in 2022

Smart by name, our best choice is this well-designed square scratching post that will also look smart in your home. Made from natural woven sisal that’s a pleasure for your kit to scratch, the square column shape is also stable on the floor. Measuring 32 inches in height, there’s plenty of reach for your cat to get that good body stretch and the wide base stops the post from wobbling. Plus, you can also buy an extra perch to fit on the top for when your kit is ready to chill out. Whilst not the cheapest vertical cat scratcher in our review, the quality of this post is obvious and will give your cat plenty of scratch time without risking a snagged claw.

For scratching, perching, playing or catnapping, this multi-purpose cat tree is a hardworking addition to your pet’s accessories. Using rope made from fleece and paper, the two tubular towers are stable, and the durable surface works well for your scratch-loving cats. Designed for cats up to 10 pounds, you also get a top perch plus a fabric hammock, with the whole design secured with a stable floor base. The height of the main scratch post is 28 inches so tall enough for a full body stretch and the top perch is made from fluffy fleece for a comfortable snooze. This two-post design would also work well as a kitten scratching post, and there’s an added teaser toy to keep them entertained.

While not a conventional scratching post in the vertical sense, this unusual scratcher board is a neat way to occupy your kit. Plus, the shape acts as a cat chaise longue for when your puss needs to have a rest! Made from corrugated cardboard, and with a horizontal scratching post design, your cat can also hop on board for a little nap after a full-on scratching session. And, you get added catnip to make the whole experience a total feline pleasure. The ridged surface of the board also encourages that instinctive scratching action, and the whole board is nice and long, to encourage your kit to really stretch out. As a portable and easy to use board, we think the Catit is one of the best cat scratching posts at a bargain price.

We love the cactus shape to this cat scratcher made of natural sisal to make it super-attractive to your cat. Although not the tallest post you can buy, the PetnPurr is big enough for most adult cats to get a decent body stretch as they scratch. And its cactus design will add a cute focal point to your feline’s favorite spot in your home. The durable sisal rope gives a long-lasting scratching surface experience, honing those claws and exercising their paw and leg muscles. Another plus to this cat activity tree is that it’s usable straight out of the box, so no home assembly is required.

This activity tree from AmazonBasics is an awesome addition to your pets’ home entertainment needs. With a triple platform design, including a total of seven jute, MDF, paper and carpet posts to get their claws into, this is the ideal scratching tree for multi-cat households. It has a neat and stable design, creating a condo tower with spaces to rest as your kit scratches and climbs. Plus, there’s a cat bed perch at the top for when they are ready to watch the world go by. The design is also compact and room friendly meaning you and your cat can happily get on with your day, side by side.

If you want a simple and cost-effective way to satisfy your kit’s scratching habit, then check out this tall scratch post from 4 Paws Stuff. Using a high-quality sisal covered 22-inch post, this pole is ideal for both kittens and smaller adult cats. The single post stands nice and stable, thanks to the solid pressed wood base and the whole design is made from eco materials that are totally pet-safe. The base also fixes to the floor with Velcro tabs to prevent any slipping. There’s no perch but plenty of space for your kit to scratch and latch on. And the design includes a top track that houses a spinning ball for extra feline entertainment. Straightforward, with enough extra touches to keep your pet scratch-happy, this is a good value post that will last a decent amount of time.

For the smaller cat or kitten, this tree tower is a compact scratching center to keep them healthy and happy, without breaking your bank. The tree pole is made from tough cardboard, covered in natural sisal covered that is gentle on those smaller paws and young claws. You also get a faux fur covered, skid-resistant wide base plus perch for when your little kit needs to take a rest break. It isn’t the tallest vertical pole – coming in at just shy of 12 inches – so not suited to larger cats. But for the little feline in your life, this is a wonderful addition to their daily life. Plus, you also get a couple of hanging toys to stimulate their young minds and to encourage their natural play.

If you’re limited with space in your home but need a decent scratching post for your older cat, then this scratching post could fit the bill. At 32 inches high, this is a good post for full body stretches as well as scratching but there’s no added frills to take up too much room. The post is a solid construction, covered with a claw-friendly soft surface that mirrors a plush carpet. And the choice of neutral tones works well with most home decors. Stain-resistant, durable and, thanks to the square base, nicely stable, this is an easy scratching post for older paws and claws.

The Dimaka caters for the larger cat, with this 34-inch scratching post that encourages full stretch and feline muscle strength. The tall tube is made from super-thick cardboard for extra stability and strength, and then tightly wrapped with claw-friendly natural sisal for total scratching pleasure. We really like the large base too, as this minimizes any wobble, even if your large cat gets a little carried away. Plus, to keep them entertained (and away from your furniture) there is a plush hanging ball that just wants to be batted all day! Easy to assemble and not so large that it takes up too much space in your home, this is a great buy for large cats or multi-cat households.