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Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon" Compare Persian and Bengal. Which is better: Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
 
 
 
Name Persian Bengal Maine Coon
OriginsIran flagIran United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank5124
Reviews011
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Bengal Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants
Price
Which one is cheaper, Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon cat?
$1500 to $3000 $1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership High High High
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association

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

Size
Which is bigger, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon cat?
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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type No data available Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Small
Rounded 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Copper
Blue 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping). Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. 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 Persian, Bengal and Maine Coon coats?
Glossy Sleek, Glossy Longhair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Muscular Robust Solid
Head Shape Flat-faced Triangular Square
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		Polydactyl (extra toes commonly)
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Oval Square
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Straight Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium High
Flexibility
High
High
Medium
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Calm
More Sleep

Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon Special Abilities Comparison

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

Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate 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 Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
14-15 years 12-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon cat?
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Bengal 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, Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon?
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and sweet meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet chirps and trills
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Calm and sweet Alert and playful Friendly and intelligent
Tail Behavior Calm and sweet tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Gentle swaying tail
Explorer Instincts Low High Moderate
Attention Needs Low High Moderate
Protectiveness Low High High
Territoriality Low High Moderate
Independence Low High High
Response To Commands Low High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive Low High High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies Low High Moderate
Curiosity Low High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Moderate Easy
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
Affectionate Active Adaptable
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal 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: Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon?
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal 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, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal 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, Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon?
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along 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, Persian or Bengal 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.

Persian vs Bengal vs Maine Coon Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Low High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal 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, Persian or Bengal or Maine Coon?
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.
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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