Bombay vs Devon Rex vs Ragdoll Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Devon Rex

6/6

categories

Best for Families

🤝 Tie

Best for Apartments

🤝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🤝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🤝 Tie

Easiest to Train

🤝 Tie

Most Active

Devon Rex

5/5 · Active

5/6

83%

Bombay

6/6

100%

Devon Rex

👑 Winner

5/6

83%

Ragdoll

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
United S
United K
United S
Popularity
#71
#7
#2
Other Names
Small Black Panther
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Rag doll
Price
$600 to $1000
$1200 to $1800
$1200 to $2500
Breed Recognition
No data available
The International Cat Association (TICA)Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)
Cost Of Ownership
Low
Moderate
Moderate
Size
Medium
Small
Large
Coat
Short Hair
Short
Semi-long
Weight
Male: 3.6-5.4 kg, Female: 2.7-4.1 kg
Male: 3.6-4.5 kg, Female: 2.3-3.6 kg
Male: 4.5-9.1 kg, Female: 3.6-7.7 kg
Eye Color
CopperGold
BlueGoldOdd
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern
Black
All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Colorpoint patternBase coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tailPoint colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns.
Bite Force
Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Ear Shape
MediumRoundedWide-set
LargePointedWide-set
MediumRoundedWide-set
Leg Lenght
Medium
Medium
Medium
Body Type
Semi-cobby
Lithe
Semi-cobby
Tail Length
Long and Tapered
Whip-like
Plumed
Head Shape
Round
Triangular
Round
Eye Shape And Orientation
Round
Large and Prominent
Oval
Nose Structure
Convex
Concave
Concave
Fur Texture
SoftCurled
SoftCurled
SoftCurled
Bone Structure
Robust
Sturdy
Robust
Musculature
Robust
Lean
Muscular
Paw Size
Medium
Medium
Large
Neck Length
Medium
Medium
Long
Bone Density
Medium
Medium
Medium
Flexibility
5/5
5/5
1/5
Whisker Length
Medium
Medium
Long
Toe Count
5 front4 back
5 front4 back
5 front4 back
Night Vision
5/5
5/5
4/5
Sleep Patterns
Moderate Sleep
Average
ActiveLess Sleep
Jumping Ability
Good
Excellent
Moderate
Swimming Ability
Poor
Poor
Poor
Rescue Capability
Moderate
Moderate
Poor
Guarding Instinct
Moderate
Low
Low
Climbing Ability
Low
High
Low
Protection Instincts
Moderate
Low
Low
Water Affinity
2/5
2/5
2/5
Attention Span
Long, enjoys play and interaction
Moderate, playful and curious
Moderate, gentle and affectionate
Life Expectancy
12-16 years
10-15 years
12-17 years
Energy Level
3/5
5/5
3/5
Common Health Issues
Low
High
Low
Hypoallergenic
No
Yes
No
Health Problems
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Craniofacial AbnormalitiesUpper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Patellar LuxationHereditary Myopathy
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)Kidney Disease
Litter Size
3-5 Kittens
2-4 Kittens
4-6 Kittens
Exercise Needs
Low
Medium
Low
Heat Tolerance
Low
Medium
Low
Cold Tolerance
Low
Medium
Medium
Climate
Temperate
Temperate
Temperate
Breeding Difficulty
Medium
Medium
Easy
Sensitivity To Changes
3/5
2/5
3/5
Feeding Schedule
Twice a dayMorning and Evening
Three times a day
Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level
High
Low
Low
Dietary Preferences
High protein, low carbs
Balanced diet
Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance
Low
High
High
Noise Sensitivity
High
Low
Moderate
Genetic Diversity
Low
Low
Low
Food Motivation
Moderate
Low
Low
Special Needs
AffectionateRequires attention
AffectionateRequires attention
High groomingAffectionate
Breeding
Requires careful selection, small litter size
Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Lap Cat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Temperament
Affectionate
Highly interactive
Affectionate
Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Child Friendly
4/5
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
5/5
5/5
3/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
4/5
5/5
3/5
Vocalization
Frequent
Low
Low
Trainability
3/5
4/5
2/5
Playfulness
4/5
4/5
3/5
Activity
2/5
3/5
2/5
Compatibility With Other Animals
LowIndependent
MediumPlayful
LowIndependent
Household Noise Tolerance
Low
Medium
Medium
Travel Compatibility
Medium
Medium
Medium
Hunting Skills
Low
Moderate
Low
Aggression Level
Low
Low
Low
Explorer Instincts
Low
High
Low
Territoriality
Moderate
Low
Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life
High
High
High
Play Style
PlayfulGentleSocial
PlayfulActiveSocial
GentleCalmPlayful
Curiosity
High
High
Low
Stalking Behavior
Moderate
High
Low
Agility
Moderate
High
Low
Protectiveness
Moderate
Low
Low
Response To Commands
High
High
Low
Hunting Drive
High
High
Low
Escape Tendencies
Moderate
High
Low
Reaction To Strangers
Friendly
Friendly
Cautious
Training Difficulty
Easy
Easy
Moderate
Attention Needs
High
High
Moderate
Independence
Moderate
Moderate
Low
Facial Expression
Social and loving
Mischievous and affectionate
Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior
Social tail movements
Playful and mischievous tail movements
Docile and affectionate tail movements
Common Vocalizations
Quiet and infrequent meows
Playful and high-pitched meows
Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets
Good, enjoys social interaction
Excellent, very social and friendly
Excellent, very social and gentle
Grooming
Low Maintenance
Moderate Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Shedding
Minimal
Minimal
High
Dental Care
Moderate
High
Low
Seasonal Shedding
Low
Low
Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed
BrushCombDeshedding Tool
BrushNail ClipperCombDeshedding Tool
BrushCombDeshedding Tool
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