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Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon" Compare Bengal and Ragdoll. Which is better: Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Ragdoll Maine Coon
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank1224
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Rag doll Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2500 $1200 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association

Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns. 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Ragdoll and Maine Coon coats?
Sleek, Glossy Semi-long Longhair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Long
Musculature Robust Muscular Solid
Head Shape Triangular Round Square
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		Polydactyl (extra toes commonly)
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Square
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Large
Nose Structure Concave Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Long Long
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium High
Flexibility
High
Low
Medium
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Moderate, gentle and affectionate Long, playful and intelligent
Guarding Instinct High Low High
Protection Instincts High Low High
Climbing Ability High Low High
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Good
Swimming Ability Good Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Good

Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
12-16 years 12-17 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Soft and infrequent meows Quiet chirps and trills
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and gentle Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Docile and affectionate Friendly and intelligent
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Docile and affectionate tail movements Gentle swaying tail
Explorer Instincts High Low Moderate
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High Low High
Territoriality High Low Moderate
Independence High Low High
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Low High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High Low Moderate
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High Low High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Low Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Challenging to Train: Ragdoll cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Active Affectionate Adaptable
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bengal vs Ragdoll vs Maine Coon Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or Ragdoll or Maine Coon?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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