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# **cat counter deterrent**

**Skip it****50/100 **

a small market ($174K/yr) — cat counter deterrent doesn't clear our bar today.

**Market/yr**

**$174K**

**Growth (1y)**

**+117.4%**

**Products**

**29**

**Brands**

**22**

was 14 a year ago

**Sellers**

**31**

**Price range**

**$8.89–$163.39**

**Returns**

**3.0%**

**Rating**

**4.0★**

**Skip it**

Scored 50/100 across market size, growth, competition, quality gap, and returns.

Market sizeGrowthCompetitionQuality gapReturns

Market size

**9**

 ×0.30

Growth

**67**

 ×0.30

Competition

**56**

 ×0.20

Quality gap

**84**

 ×0.10

Returns

**76**

 ×0.10

## **Demand**

Weekly Amazon search volume, last 104 weeks — +117.4% year over year.

9K5KPrime Day '25Spike '25Holiday '25Jul '24Nov '24Mar '25Jul '25Nov '25Mar '26

## **Seasonality**

Monthly demand index across the year — 1.00 is average.

JFMAMJJASOND

No pronounced peak months · busiest ÷ quietest = 2.3×

## **Competition**

- Petfolio21% - PetSafe11% - Ley's10% - Mardili8% - piutezo7% - diloqio7% - Other (16 brands)36%

The top 5 products take 53% of clicks — established leaders, but buyers still shop beyond them. 22 brands and 31 sellers compete here.

**Brands**

**22 **▲rising

was 14 a year ago

**Sellers**

**31**

**Top 5 brand share**

**57%**

#ProductBrandPriceRatingReviewsClick shareTrend

1
![Petfolio 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats - 16 x 13 Inch Cat Spike Mat with 1 Inch Spike is A Perfect Pet Training Mat Device for Cat Repellent Indoor & Outdoor to Deter Cats & Other Animals for All Seasons](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51bUQoFxodL.jpg) [**Petfolio 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats - 16 x 13 Inch Cat Spike Mat with 1 Inch Spike is A Perfect Pet Training Mat Device for Cat Repellent Indoor & Outdoor to Deter Cats & Other Animals for All Seasons**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDQRYLYP)

Petfolio$19.364.0★2,24619%▼falling

2
![PetSafe SSSCAT Motion Activated Automatic Spray Pet Deterrent for Cats and Dogs](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41IZ0sqYeLL.jpg) [**PetSafe SSSCAT Motion Activated Automatic Spray Pet Deterrent for Cats and Dogs**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMVY47MR)

PetSafe$59.302.8★92011%▼falling

3
![Leys 10 Pack Scat Mat for Cats 16x13 Inch Cat Deterrent Mat with Spikes Indoor/Outdoor Pet Training Mat Humane Repellent Animals Keep Pets Off Furniture Gardens & Lawns](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/414duY4nGSL.jpg) [**Leys 10 Pack Scat Mat for Cats 16x13 Inch Cat Deterrent Mat with Spikes Indoor/Outdoor Pet Training Mat Humane Repellent Animals Keep Pets Off Furniture Gardens & Lawns**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1VZZL7L)

Ley's$16.644.0★30710%▼falling

4
![Mardili 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats with Spikes Cat Repellent Mat Deterrent Indoor Training Pads Keep Dogs and Cats Off Couch Bed 16 x 13 Inch Garden Scat Mats Outdoor](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41s4G3jDdLL.jpg) [**Mardili 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats with Spikes Cat Repellent Mat Deterrent Indoor Training Pads Keep Dogs and Cats Off Couch Bed 16 x 13 Inch Garden Scat Mats Outdoor**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DH89XNVJ)

Mardili$19.384.2★3428%▲rising

5
![Aocoray 8 Pack Cat Deterrent Outdoor/Indoor Scat Mat Pet Deterrent Training Mats Keep Cats/Dogs Away Plastic Mats with Spikes 12 Sq.ft 16 x 13 Inches](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4105rC5ZzGL.jpg) [**Aocoray 8 Pack Cat Deterrent Outdoor/Indoor Scat Mat Pet Deterrent Training Mats Keep Cats/Dogs Away Plastic Mats with Spikes 12 Sq.ft 16 x 13 Inches**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHPKD82Y)

Aocoray$14.104.1★1,0824%▲rising

6
![FLYSPEAR Wireless Cat Barrier - Rechargeable Indoor Barrier with 6 Adjustable Range Radius up to 7 ft 6 Adjustable Safe Static Intensity for Cats Small Dogs with Hook (Wireless Barrier Kit)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51N29PI-XSL.jpg) [**FLYSPEAR Wireless Cat Barrier - Rechargeable Indoor Barrier with 6 Adjustable Range Radius up to 7 ft 6 Adjustable Safe Static Intensity for Cats Small Dogs with Hook (Wireless Barrier Kit)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FV8KP3RM)

FLYSPEAR$87.993.9★1274%▲rising

7
![Yiteshi 10 Packs Scat Mat for Cats 13X16 inches Pet Deterrent Spikes Indoor Outdoor Humane Cat Repellent Fence (Transparent)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Ny96j0ScL.jpg) [**Yiteshi 10 Packs Scat Mat for Cats 13X16 inches Pet Deterrent Spikes Indoor Outdoor Humane Cat Repellent Fence (Transparent)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBMH468C)

YITESHI$14.984.1★1,1904%▼falling

8
![diloqio Motion Activated Pet Deterrent Spray System for Cats & Dogs Odorless Pet Deterrent Senses Pets Up to 6 Feet Away Friendly & Safe](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51B+kodFWAL.jpg) [**diloqio Motion Activated Pet Deterrent Spray System for Cats & Dogs Odorless Pet Deterrent Senses Pets Up to 6 Feet Away Friendly & Safe**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H26JR4XZ)

diloqio$59.524.4★1014%▲rising

9
![OCEANPAX Clear Scat Mat for Cats 10 Pack 16 x 13 Cat Deterrent Mats with 1 Spikes and 50 Stickers Cuttable Indoor Outdoor Pet Training Barrier for Sofa Countertop Windowsill and Garden](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51cBqDoAHwL.jpg) [**OCEANPAX Clear Scat Mat for Cats 10 Pack 16 x 13 Cat Deterrent Mats with 1 Spikes and 50 Stickers Cuttable Indoor Outdoor Pet Training Barrier for Sofa Countertop Windowsill and Garden**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJSQQPFW)

OCEANPAX$15.564.1★3694%▼falling

10

![piutezo Pet Spray Deterrent System Motion Activated Cat System Pet Device Senses Cat & Dog Up to 3 Feet Away Outdoors & Indoor Cat Deterrent Spray [1 Pack] Black](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51jI8YOCSuL.jpg) [**piutezo Pet Spray Deterrent System Motion Activated Cat System Pet Device Senses Cat & Dog Up to 3 Feet Away Outdoors & Indoor Cat Deterrent Spray \[1 Pack\] Black**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2XJF4HL)

piutezo$57.214.2★943%▲rising

11

![piutezo Cat Spray Deterrent System[1 Pack] Motion Activated Cat System 6864133269](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yRa6GigRL.jpg) [**piutezo Cat Spray Deterrent System\[1 Pack\] Motion Activated Cat System 6864133269**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G1LTDJVG)

piutezo$58.673.6★313%▲rising

12

![SVD.PET 2-Pack Pet Training Mat with Tester Shock Pad for Dogs Cats Electronic Repellent mat for Indoor 3 Training Modes 5 Levels Pet Safe Mode (White controler 60 X 12)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/411xmKisBoS.jpg) [**SVD.PET 2-Pack Pet Training Mat with Tester Shock Pad for Dogs Cats Electronic Repellent mat for Indoor 3 Training Modes 5 Levels Pet Safe Mode (White controler 60 X 12)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XWDH5ND)

SVD.PET$61.233.9★1,3612%▼falling

13

![Karaseno Anti Cat Scratch Tape 3 inches x 30 Yards Pet Training Tape 100% Transparent Clear Double Sided Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape Furniture Protector for Couch Carpet Doors Pet & Kid Safe](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41QsICSpoiL.jpg) [**Karaseno Anti Cat Scratch Tape 3 inches x 30 Yards Pet Training Tape 100% Transparent Clear Double Sided Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape Furniture Protector for Couch Carpet Doors Pet & Kid Safe**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083M54ZGH)

KARASENO$12.024.2★4,9982%▼falling

14

![16 x 13 Cat Spike Mat Outdoor Indoor Cat Deterrent Scat Mat Keep Cats/Dogs Off Counter Pet Deterrent Training Mats Plastic Mats with Spikes (18.3 Sq.ft) (10)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41g1ea2-h7L.jpg) [**16 x 13 Cat Spike Mat Outdoor Indoor Cat Deterrent Scat Mat Keep Cats/Dogs Off Counter Pet Deterrent Training Mats Plastic Mats with Spikes (18.3 Sq.ft) (10)**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1T62X5C)

Ysglory$19.504.4★3482%▼falling

15

![Cat Spray Deterrent System [2 Pack] Automatic Cat Deterrent Spray Motion Activated System for Cats & Dogs Odorless Pet Deterrent Senses Pets Up to 3 Feet Away Friendly & Safe Pet Deterrent Spray](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Mw7n34ipL.jpg) [**Cat Spray Deterrent System \[2 Pack\] Automatic Cat Deterrent Spray Motion Activated System for Cats & Dogs Odorless Pet Deterrent Senses Pets Up to 3 Feet Away Friendly & Safe Pet Deterrent Spray**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQC2M83X)

diloqio$108.744.4★1012%▲rising

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## **Product shelf**

All 29 tracked products in this niche.

Top sellersNewestTrending

[![Petfolio 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats - 16 x 13 Inch Cat Spike Mat with 1 Inch Spike is A Perfect Pet Training Mat Device for Cat Repellent Indoor & Outdoor to Deter Cats & Other Animals for All Seasons](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51bUQoFxodL.jpg)**Petfolio 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats - 16 x 13 Inch Cat Spike Mat with 1 Inch Spike is A Perfect Pet Training Mat Device for Cat Repellent Indoor & Outdoor to Deter Cats & Other Animals for All Seasons** Petfolio**$19.36**4.0★2,246 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDQRYLYP) [![PetSafe SSSCAT Motion Activated Automatic Spray Pet Deterrent for Cats and Dogs](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41IZ0sqYeLL.jpg)**PetSafe SSSCAT Motion Activated Automatic Spray Pet Deterrent for Cats and Dogs** PetSafe**$59.30**2.8★920 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMVY47MR) [![Leys 10 Pack Scat Mat for Cats 16x13 Inch Cat Deterrent Mat with Spikes Indoor/Outdoor Pet Training Mat Humane Repellent Animals Keep Pets Off Furniture Gardens & Lawns](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/414duY4nGSL.jpg)**Leys 10 Pack Scat Mat for Cats 16x13 Inch Cat Deterrent Mat with Spikes Indoor/Outdoor Pet Training Mat Humane Repellent Animals Keep Pets Off Furniture Gardens & Lawns** Ley's**$16.64**4.0★307 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1VZZL7L) [![Mardili 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats with Spikes Cat Repellent Mat Deterrent Indoor Training Pads Keep Dogs and Cats Off Couch Bed 16 x 13 Inch Garden Scat Mats Outdoor](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41s4G3jDdLL.jpg)**Mardili 12 Pack Scat Mat for Cats with Spikes Cat Repellent Mat Deterrent Indoor Training Pads Keep Dogs and Cats Off Couch Bed 16 x 13 Inch Garden Scat Mats Outdoor** Mardili**$19.38**4.2★342 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DH89XNVJ) [![Aocoray 8 Pack Cat Deterrent Outdoor/Indoor Scat Mat Pet Deterrent Training Mats Keep Cats/Dogs Away Plastic Mats with Spikes 12 Sq.ft 16 x 13 Inches](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4105rC5ZzGL.jpg)**Aocoray 8 Pack Cat Deterrent Outdoor/Indoor Scat Mat Pet Deterrent Training Mats Keep Cats/Dogs Away Plastic Mats with Spikes 12 Sq.ft 16 x 13 Inches** Aocoray**$14.10**4.1★1,082 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHPKD82Y) [![FLYSPEAR Wireless Cat Barrier - Rechargeable Indoor Barrier with 6 Adjustable Range Radius up to 7 ft 6 Adjustable Safe Static Intensity for Cats Small Dogs with Hook (Wireless Barrier Kit)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51N29PI-XSL.jpg)**FLYSPEAR Wireless Cat Barrier - Rechargeable Indoor Barrier with 6 Adjustable Range Radius up to 7 ft 6 Adjustable Safe Static Intensity for Cats Small Dogs with Hook (Wireless Barrier Kit)** FLYSPEAR**$87.99**3.9★127 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FV8KP3RM) [![Yiteshi 10 Packs Scat Mat for Cats 13X16 inches Pet Deterrent Spikes Indoor Outdoor Humane Cat Repellent Fence (Transparent)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Ny96j0ScL.jpg)**Yiteshi 10 Packs Scat Mat for Cats 13X16 inches Pet Deterrent Spikes Indoor Outdoor Humane Cat Repellent Fence (Transparent)** YITESHI**$14.98**4.1★1,190 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBMH468C) [![diloqio Motion Activated Pet Deterrent Spray System for Cats & Dogs Odorless Pet Deterrent Senses Pets Up to 6 Feet Away Friendly & Safe](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51B+kodFWAL.jpg)**diloqio Motion Activated Pet Deterrent Spray System for Cats & Dogs Odorless Pet Deterrent Senses Pets Up to 6 Feet Away Friendly & Safe** diloqio**$59.52**4.4★101 reviews](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H26JR4XZ)

## **Reviews**

What buyers praise and complain about, mined from review topics.

### **What buyers love **

**Quality-Overall**12%

*“quality ten out of ten for me”*

**Ease Of Use**9%

*“Ease of use”*

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**9%

*“Better than I expected”*

**Pet Friendly**7%

*“really helps keep my pet out of certain areas of the house”*

**Value For Money**6%

*“Good deal”*

**Weight Light**4%

*“Lightweight and easy to use”*

**Strength**4%

*“They are sturdy”*

**Escape Proof**3%

*“she hasn't escaped since”*

**Durability**3%

*“They are durable”*

**Adhesion/Stickiness**3%

*“Plenty sticky,”*

### **What buyers complain about **

**Functionality-Overall**19%

*“Does not work right”*

**Value For Money**11%

*“especially for the price”*

**Durability**7%

*“it broke after a month also”*

**Adhesion/Stickiness**6%

*“not sticky enough”*

**Quality-Overall**5%

*“Bad quality”*

**Sharpness**4%

*“Too sharp”*

**Spray/Flow**3%

*“sprayed very erratically”*

**Ease Of Use**3%

*“so not easy to use”*

**Size-Overall**3%

*“Very small amount”*

**Charging**3%

*“Would not charge or power on”*

#### **Top return reasons**- Functionality-Overall18% - Sharpness13% - Size-Overall11% - Advertised Vs Actual Product10% - Escape Proof8% - Material Quality6% - Adhesion/Stickiness5% - Defective Material/Parts4% - Strength4% - Compatibility-Overall3%