Best cat litter scoop holders or caddy to buy

As we saw in our articles on the best cat litter scoops, a good-quality scoop can make sifting and cleaning the kitty litter box a lot more efficient and convenient.

Considering that these scoops come in close contact with the cat feces and urine clumps, storing the cat scoops securely and hygienically is also important.

A cat litter scoop holder or caddy can make storing cat litter scoops a lot more elegant, effective, and sanitary, especially if you have multiple pets or small kids.

But which are the best cat litter scoop holders and caddies available in the market? Which cat litter caddy or scoop holder can hold my litter scoop securely?

In this article, we will look at answering specifically the above questions and list some of the best cat litter scoop holders and caddies available in the market. The options we list can hold most standard metal and plastic cat litter scoops.

We will also discuss the major factors to consider before picking the best cat litter scoop caddy or holder for your needs and share our top picks. Read On!

Also, check out our article on the best cat litter boxes and best cat litter disposal systems for some other excellent litter solutions.

And if you just absolutely detest sifting and scooping, check out our article on the best self-cleaning cat litter boxes for some automatic cat litter box options in the market.

Which are the best cat litter scoop holders and caddy?

CatGuru Premium Cat Litter Scoop Holder – Best cat litter scoop holder

Material: Hard ABS plastic body with removable silicone rubberized inner container.
Specifications:

• Caddy size: 7.8″ x 4.5″ x 4.8″. Interior: 6.5″ x 3.3″.
• Freestanding caddy supports scoops up to 6.0″-6.4″ wide.
• Weight: 1.1 lbs. total approx.
• Available in polished black, gray, or white color.

Price: $$.
Features:

• Best-selling universal cat litter scoop holder with a hard ABS plastic body and removable silicone scoop holder insert. Made in China.
• Patented design with a freestanding base and removable scoop holder made of chemically inert and non-stick rubberized silicone.
• The scoop holder can support different scoops, which are up to 6.0″-6.4″ wide – both metal and plastic scoops. Can also hold long-handled scoops.
• Easy to clean – the silicone insert can be removed and cleaned separately. Recommended to only use a mild detergent and rinse in warm water.
• Available in three elegant colors – black, white, and gray.
• Mid-range price under 15 USD. Backed by a 100% satisfaction guaranteed or money back commitment. The manufacturer donates a part of its profits to wild cat initiatives and foundations.

Detail Review:

If you are looking for a universal cat litter scoop holder that can securely hold your kitty’s litter scoop, keep the floors clean and still look aesthetically elegant, then the CatGuru Premium cat litter scoop holder is an excellent choice.  It has been a global best-seller for a few years now, and there is a good reason for that.

The CatGuru scoop holder features a two-piece design with a hard ABS plastic base and a removable silicone scoop holder container. The scoop holder is made in China under strict quality control measures.

The patented CatGuru scoop holder offers an improved freestanding design and helps keep the area around the litter box clean and organized. At 1.1 pounds, it provides a stable base for holding the scoop.

The non-stick, rubberized, and chemically-inert interiors mean that the caddy collects the dust coming-off the scoop holder conveniently and keeps the waste odors to the minimum.  And the inner scoop holder is removable – it can be easily removed and cleaned separately.

The scoop holder has interior dimensions of 6.5″ x 3.3″ can support different scoops, which are up to 6.0″-6.4″ wide – both metal and plastic scoops, including the popular DurAnimals DuraScoop metal scoop. Some cat owners have complained that the scoop-holder could not store their favorite 6.5″-wide scoop conveniently, so we recommend that you check the scoop size before considering this holder.

The CatGuru Premium cat litter scoop holder is now available in three elegant, ceramic-like color combinations – black, white, and gray. And like other CatGuru products, the scoop holder is backed by a 100% satisfaction guaranteed or money back commitment by the manufacturer.

And a word about the CatGuru brand. The manufacturer is a socially-responsible small enterprise that donates 10% of its profits to the wild cat initiatives and foundations around the world.

PetFusion 2-in-1 Universal Litter Scoop Holder – Best cat litter scoop holder

Material: Hard ABS plastic body with removable silicone holder having cleaning bristles.
Specifications:

• Caddy size: 10.3″ x 8.8″ x 7″.
• Freestanding caddy supports scoops up to 6.0″-6.5″ wide.
• Weight: 2.3 lbs. total approx.
• Step-on foot tab for anchoring while cleaning or removing the scoop.

Price: $$$.
Features:

• Innovative universal scoop holder with a high-quality ABS plastic body and removable silicone holder having cleaning bristles. Made in China for a US-based company.
• Latest three-piece design with a stable base and removable scoop holder. The holder has silicone bristles to remove any residue on the scoop.
• The step-on foot tab provides anchoring while cleaning or removing the scoop.
• The scoop holder can support different scoops, which are up to 6.0″-6.5″ wide – both metal and plastic scoops. Can also hold long-handled scoops.
• Easy to clean – disassembles in three pieces. Recommended to rinse in mild detergent and running water.
• Available in a standard white-gray color combination. Backed by a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Detail Review:

The latest PetFusion 2-in-1 Universal Litter Scoop Holder is another multi-purpose cat litter scoop caddy that we found an excellent choice.

This innovative universal cat litter scoop holder features a high-quality BPA-free ABS plastic exterior base with an anti-microbial, non-toxic, and hypoallergenic silicone scoop container. It is 100% recyclable.

Like other PetFusion products, the PetFusion Scoop Holder is made in China under the US-based company’s quality control measures.

What sets this holder apart from other scoop holders is the presence of cleaning bristles in the container. These durable crisscrossing silicone bristles help in removing any litter cakes that might be stuck on the scoop. And the residue is collected at the bottom of the removable container for easy clean-up. And to provide stability while cleaning or removing the scoop, the scoop holder offers a convenient step-on foot tab.

The PetFusion Litter Scoop Holder is designed to support all types of scoops – both metal and plastic up to 6.0″-6.5″ wide.  This means that it can also hold slightly wider scoops that wouldn’t fit in the CatGuru Scoop Holder.

The scoop holder is easy to clean – the unit disassembles into three pieces, which can be washed together or separately (the inner scoop holder container is removable). The manufacturer recommends hand washing with a sponge and warm soapy water.

The PetFusion Litter Scoop Holder comes in an elegant color combination – white exteriors and gray interiors. And it is backed by a full 12-month warranty against any manufacturing defects.

iPrimio Universal Cat Litter Scooper Holder

Material: Hard ABS plastic body with removable inner scoop container.
Specifications:

• Caddy size: 7.8″ x 4.5″ x 4.8″.
• Freestanding caddy supports scoops up to 6.0″-6.1″ wide.
• Weight: 0.95 lbs. total approx.

Price: $$.
Features:

• Freestanding universal cat litter scoop holder with a hard ABS plastic body. Made in China for the Michigan, US-based company.
• Smart two-piece design with a base and removable scoop holding container. The scoop holder can support different scoops, which are up to 6.0″-6.1″ wide – both metal and plastic scoops. Can also hold long-handled scoops.
• Easy to clean – both the base and removable inner container are dishwasher safe (on the top shelf). But recommended rinsing in mild detergent and running water.
• The holder comes in a standard white exterior, gray interior combination. Also includes four interchangeable colored paw badges with a sticky gel-back for easy attachment.
• Mid-range price under 15 USD. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty against workmanship and defects.

Scoopy Cat Litter Holder w/Scoop

Material: BPA-free Polycarbonate plastic scoop holder and scoop.
Specifications:

• Overall caddy size: 15.0″ x 6.5″ x 7.0″.
• Freestanding caddy supports scoops up to 5.0″- 5.1″ wide.
• Scoop size: 7.0″ x 5.0″ x 3.5″.
• Scoop hole/slit/opening: 0.25-0.3″ (6-7 mm) approx.
• Weight: 1.5 lbs. total approx.
• Available in polished black or white color.

Price: $$$.
Features:

• Elegant and smart 2-in-1 durable cat litter scoop holder and scoop combo with a BPA and BPS-free polycarbonate plastic body with an anti-microbial coating. Made in China.
• Features an elegant long-necked Siamese cat design that hides the scoop away and is attractive enough to be used anywhere in the house.
• Because of the neck-width and design, the holder can fit only standard-size plastic scoops up to 5″-5.1″ wide (most metal scoops are 5.5″ wide), 5-6″ deep, and 12-13″ long.
• A standard plastic scoop with a smooth surface and large square-mesh holes with flat edges for convenient sifting and scooping.
• Works best with large-grain clumping and non-clumping pellet and crystal litter (5mm to 6 mm thick grains). Because of the wider slit, small clumps may fall through the scoop.
• Available in a standard black color or white color.
• Premium-priced. Backed by a 30-day hassle-free money-back guarantee and a one-year manufacturer warranty post that.

Nature’s Miracle Antimicrobial Caddy w/Scoop

Material: Polycarbonate-ABS plastic caddy and scoop.
Specifications:

• Overall caddy size: 11.0″ x 6.5″ x 4.0″.
• Freestanding caddy supports scoops up to 6.2″ wide.
• Scoop size: 11.0″ x 6.4″ x 3.5″.
• Scoop hole/slit/opening: 0.22″ (5.5 mm) approx.
• Weight: 1.0 lbs. total, 5.0 oz. scoop approx.

Price: $.
Features:

• 2-in-1 durable cat litter caddy and scoop combo with a BPA-free, Polycarbonate plastic body having an anti-microbial coating. Made in China.
• Deep and wide scoop with a smooth surface and flat edges allow convenient sifting and scooping. Built-in, flat rake edge provides an efficient medium to remove soiled litter from the corners and difficult-to-reach places.
• The included scoop works best with clumping litter (4 mm to 5 mm thick) and cat litter boxes of all shapes and sizes. Because of the wider slit, small feces may fall through, so most suitable for adult cats.
• Non-stick caddy and scoop surface with long-lasting anti-microbial coating makes cleaning easy and helps in controlling the odors.
• The caddy can support different scoops that are up to 6.2″ wide, including the metal scoops such as DuraScoop and iPrimio scoops.
• Available in a standard black color and backed by a 30-day hassle-free money-back guarantee and a one-year manufacturer warranty post that.
• Competitively priced and cheaper than most other caddy and scoop combos.

SmartyKat Kitty Caddy Cat Litter Caddy

Material: BPA-free, recycled Polycarbonate plastic cat litter caddy with modular compartments.
Specifications:

• Overall caddy size: 10.5″ x 5.25″ x 7.5″.
• Freestanding caddy supports scoops up to 6.0″-6.5″ wide.
• Weight: 1.53 lbs. total approx.
• Can be attached to the SafeDeposit Container sold separately.
• Available in assorted reddish-brown or gray color.

Price: $.
Features:

• Modular cat litter box accessories organizer with a recycled polycarbonate plastic construction. Designed in the US and made in Mexico.
• The base unit for the SmartyKat Organization Station, which includes the SafeDeposit trash bin, sold separately.
• Has 3 modular compartments and a separate scoop holder to store the litter box liners, deodorizers, cleaning pan, and cat litter scoop.
• The caddy can support metal or plastic scoops that are up to 6.0″-6.5″ wide.
• Available in reddish-brown or gray color, and the one available is sent. Backed by a 100% satisfaction guaranteed commitment.

Additional ways to store cat litter scoops

In addition to the universal cat litter scoop holders and caddies listed above, many premium cat litter boxes come with litter scoop hooks and hangers on the side of the litter box to securely hang the scoops.

Furthermore, many manufacturers offer cat litter scoops and holders/caddy combos – with both enclosed, freestanding containers and open, attached scoop hangers.

Some of the best cat litter scoop and holder combos to check out are listed below. For some more options, you can check out our article on the best cat litter scoops.

• Petmate Booda Scoop’N Hide Litter Scoop: Cheap, space-saving cat litter scoop and caddy combo with a 100% recyclable Polycarbonate-ABS plastic construction. Designed and manufactured in the US. Sleek, patented containment unit provides a designated place to store the litter scoop conveniently and discreetly. Available in four color combinations.
• Neater Scooper Cat Litter Sifter Scoop: Innovative, made in the US, cat litter box scooper that combines scooping and bagging in a quick and easy single-hand operation. The waste-bin can also act as a caddy, and the scoop placed upside down in the bin. Available in five vibrant color combinations.

Finally, there are a couple of litter box cleaning kits available in the market, which include the caddy, scoop, and dustpan. Two such popular cat litter box cleaning kits are listed below:

• Fresh Kitty 4-in-1 Litter Box Cleanup Organizer Kit
• Fresh Step 4-in-1 Deluxe Cleanup Kit

Some pet parents also prefer to store their scoops in step-on trash cans or wrap the scoops in bread bags to reduce the mess and odors.

How to pick the best cat litter scoop holder or caddy?

With so many different cat litter scoop options available in the market, picking a suitable cat litter scoop holder or caddy can sometimes be challenging.

In addition to your budget, you need to keep a few factors in mind before picking the best cat litter scoop holder or caddy for your kitty’s litter box scoop. These key factors are listed below.

• Material and build quality
• Size of the scoop and caddy
• Design features and looks
• Ease of cleaning and maintenance
• Warranty and support

Material and build quality

The building material and quality of the scoop holder is an important factor to consider before picking the best cat litter scoop holder or caddy.

Most cat litter scoop holders and caddies are made of partially-recycled (20%-50%) BPA, BPS, and Phthalate-free polycarbonate-ABS plastic.

Some plastic cat litter scoop holders are also impregnated with Microban or other anti-microbial and odor neutralizing materials that minimize the odors of the placed litter scoop. While these coatings last for about ten months to a year, getting one that has such coatings would be a good idea.

Since plastic is a porous material, over-time, the pores in the surface of the scoop holder can harbor bacteria. So, some scoop holders like our top pick – the CatGuru Premium Cat Litter Scoop Holder, have a removable rubberized silicone inner container (silicone is chemically inert and naturally hypoallergenic).

In terms of the build quality, our recommended picks – the CatGuru Premium Cat Litter Scoop Holder and PetFusion 2-in-1 Universal Litter Scoop Holder have probably the best heavy-duty build and hence are our favorites.

Size of the scoop and caddy

The size of the scoop supported by the universal cat litter scoop holder or caddy is probably the most important criterion to consider as it governs the size and types of litter scoops the scoop holder can hold securely.

In our list, we have tried to list the top cat litter caddy, and scoop holders which can hold most types of cat litter scoops as indicated in the product details  – both plastic (most plastic scoops are 5.0″-5.5″ wide) and metal (most metal scoops are 5.5″ – 6.0″ wide). The only exception Scoopy Cat Litter Holder, which can only hold plastic scoops up to 5.1″ wide.

Another related consideration is the overall size of the scoop holder.  Since the scoop holder would have to be placed stand-alone, check the dimensions to determine if the holder can fit in the primary spaces you have planned to keep it.

To summarize, check the scoop size that you want to store and the caddy before picking the best scoop caddy or holder for your needs. You can generally get this information from the product details, reviews, and Q&A section of the product.

Design features and looks

On the surface, cat litter scoop holders do not look much different from a small trash bin.

But considering that you would need to use the scoop almost daily and sometimes multiple times during the day, there are some design features that you should look out for before picking the right scoop caddy for your needs.

You should prefer a scoop holder or caddy that supports all common types of cat scoops – metal or plastic, short handle or long handle, etc. Most of our recommendations offer this flexibility (except for the Scoopy Cat Litter Holder that can only support short and medium-neck plastic scoops because of its fancy Siamese cat design).

A scoop holder with a removable scoop container would also be useful as it will allow you to pour the collected litter back-in and make cleaning and maintenance easy.

Having multiple modular compartments or just some extra space to keep the additional litter supplies such as litter box deodorizer or liners is also a design feature to look out for.

The color combinations and design patterns in which a litter scoop caddy or holder is available is also something you might want to look at, although it does not affect the functioning of the holder.

Cat litter scoop holders with a polished, ceramic-like plastic look can add a lot of elegance to the cat litter space. Some of the options that we have listed are available in a couple of color combinations, so you can pick the one as per your preference.

Ease of cleaning and maintenance

One of the primary reasons for opting for a litter scoop caddy is to have a clean, convenient way to store the frequently-used cat litter scoop.

Therefore, it is important to pick a cat litter scoop caddy or holder that is easy to clean and maintain.

All the cat litter scoop holders that we have listed are freestanding and reasonably lightweight, so you can easily wash them with mild soap and running water.

Some of the options listed, such as the CatGuru Premium Cat Litter Scoop Holder and iPrimio Universal Cat Litter Scooper Holder, have removable inner scoop holders, which makes cleaning a lot more convenient.  You should definitely take a look at this feature before picking the best cat litter scoop holder or caddy for your needs.

Warranty and after-sales support

In addition to the major factors discussed above, the warranty and after-sales support, if any, provided by the manufacturer is also something to look out for.

After all, you should be able to return a scoop holder if it does not fit your favorite scoop or if you are not satisfied with the product.

Most top manufacturers offer 30-day satisfaction guaranteed commitment on their products and one or multi-year warranties post that. Our top picks – the CatGuru Premium Cat Litter Scoop Holder, PetFusion 2-in-1 Universal Litter Scoop Holder, and iPrimio Universal Cat Litter Scooper Holder score big in this category as they are backed by excellent warranties and an efficient and friendly customer support service.

Keep these considerations in mind while picking the best cat litter scoop caddy or holder for your needs. And if you are in doubt, pick one from our top recommendations. You would not regret it!

Final thoughts on the best cat litter scoop holders and caddy

Regular sifting and scooping of cat litter in the litter box is an unenjoyable but necessary activity for any indoor cat parent. In addition to a high-quality cat litter scoop, having an elegant, secure, and hygienic cat litter scoop holder or caddy can help keep things sanitary and convenient. This is especially useful (and sometimes necessary) if you have multiple pets and small kids.

In this article, we looked at some of the best cat litter scoop holders and caddy available in the market, along with some additional options for storing the cat litter scoop.

We also looked at the major factors to consider before picking the best litter scoop caddy or holder and shared some of our recommended picks.

We hope you found this article useful, and it would help you pick the best cat litter scoop holder as per your requirements and preferences. Do let us know your feedback and questions by commenting below. Until next time, Happy Catification!

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