• Hungarian Language
  • English Language
 

Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold" Compare Bengal and Siamese. Which is better: Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siamese Scottish Fold
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank12158
Reviews102
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Siam, Thai Cat Scot Fold
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold cat?
$1800 to $3000 $600 to $1200 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. No data available All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siamese and Scottish Fold coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Slanted Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Button
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Heavy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Long, vocal and attentive Short to moderate, gentle and calm
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Low
Protection Instincts High Moderate Low
Climbing Ability High High Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Poor

Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate High
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
12-16 years 12-15 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Climate Hot Hot Cold
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Very loud and talkative Quiet and gentle sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and interactive Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Vocal and social Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Vocal and social tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Low Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold 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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: Scottish Fold 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 Siamese or Scottish Fold?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Active Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Scottish Fold cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Scottish Fold cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
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 Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Grooming Comparison

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

Popular Cat Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Bengal vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold

Reviews