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Bengal vs Russian Blue vs Maine Coon Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Russian Blue vs Maine Coon" Compare Bengal and Russian Blue. Which is better: Bengal or Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Russian Blue Maine Coon
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank12114
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Russian Blue vs Maine Coon cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1000 to $1700 $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 Russian Blue vs Maine Coon Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Russian Blue or Maine Coon cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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 Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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-foreign
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. 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, Russian Blue and Maine Coon coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Longhair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Robust Lean Solid
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Square
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		Polydactyl (extra toes commonly)
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Small and Deep-set Square
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Concave Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium High
Flexibility
High
High
Medium
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Calm
More Sleep

Bengal vs Russian Blue vs Maine Coon Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Russian Blue vs Maine Coon Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High High Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
12-16 years 10-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Russian Blue vs Maine Coon cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
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 Russian Blue 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)
Obesity
Bladder Stones 		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 Russian Blue vs Maine Coon Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet and shy meows Quiet chirps and trills
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, but can be shy Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Shy and loyal Friendly and intelligent
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Shy and loyal tail movements Gentle swaying tail
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High Moderate High
Territoriality High Moderate Moderate
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High High Moderate
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low 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.
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Average Trainability: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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 Russian Blue 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 Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Active Active Adaptable
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
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 Russian Blue vs Maine Coon?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
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 Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue 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 Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
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 Russian Blue vs Maine Coon?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Russian Blue 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 Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Russian Blue 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 Russian Blue 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 Russian Blue vs Maine Coon Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Russian Blue cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
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 Russian Blue or Maine Coon?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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.

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