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Bengal vs Sphynx vs Maine Coon Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Sphynx vs Maine Coon" Compare Bengal and Sphynx. Which is better: Bengal or Sphynx or Maine Coon?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Sphynx Maine Coon
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Canada flagCanada United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank1264
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Sphynx vs Maine Coon cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership High High 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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association

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

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Sphynx or Maine Coon cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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 Sphynx or Maine Coon?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 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
Blue 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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, Sphynx and Maine Coon coats?
Sleek, Glossy Hairless Longhair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Robust Muscular 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 Large and Prominent Square
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow 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 		Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Calm
More Sleep

Bengal vs Sphynx vs Maine Coon Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Long, social and energetic 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 Sphynx vs Maine Coon Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		High grooming
Sensitive skin 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Sphynx or Maine Coon?
12-16 years 12-14 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Sphynx vs Maine Coon cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Sphynx or Maine Coon?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Bengal vs Sphynx vs Maine Coon Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Loud and energetic sounds Quiet chirps and trills
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Outgoing and energetic Friendly and intelligent
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Outgoing and energetic tail movements Gentle swaying tail
Explorer Instincts High Low Moderate
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness High Low High
Territoriality High Low Moderate
Independence High Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High High Moderate
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx 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.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Maine Coon?
Active Loyal Adaptable
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sphynx 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 Sphynx vs Maine Coon?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Maine Coon?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Maine Coon?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx 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 Sphynx vs Maine Coon?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Maine Coon?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Sphynx or Maine Coon?
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 Sphynx 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 High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Maine Coon?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
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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