Best Cat Repellent Mats of 2025

"I bought this product to resolve a long-standing issue: my cat had been consistently pooping and occasionally peeing on the carpet in a specific area behind my couch. This went on for 18 months, and no matter how much I cleaned the spot, the behavior persisted—until I tried these scat mats. The results were immediate! As soon as I placed the mats, my cat completely stopped soiling the area and started using his litter box 100% of the time. I'm hopeful that all the praise I've given him for using the litter box will stick."

"My cat recently developed a habit of jumping on our counters, which I tolerated until she played in the baby's formula. In a fed-up fury, I bought these as step 1 to get her off the counter. It took some trial and error, but I learned that I needed to cover the entire counter. The product itself works; it’s a matter of outsmarting my cat with placement. A good price for some peace of mind."

"I have 9 cats ranging from 1 to 9 years old and needed a way to keep them off the counter and away from the fireplace. I tried the aluminum foil trick, but it only worked for a few days. Surprisingly, these scat mats actually work. I will probably be ordering more for other areas since they effectively deter my cats."

"I've found these mats to be incredibly effective in keeping my cats off the kitchen counters and plants. It's the only solution that works for me! They are simple to set down and remove when I'm cooking, making our home feel much more relaxed."

"After struggling with my Maine coon cat, I decided to try these mats. They are a great alternative to the shock mats I used previously. I can easily customize them to fit any area, and my cat has been staying away from places he shouldn't be. I'm really happy with this purchase!"

"These mats have completely changed the game for me. I initially bought them to stop my cats from peeing in the wrong places. Just one touch of the spikes, and they were not fans. Now, they're avoiding the furniture entirely, and I'm relieved!"

"I bought these to keep my outdoor cats off my new car. They are very effective and non-harmful to them. I added drops of silicone to the bottom to prevent sliding, as the provided stickers weren't effective. Overall, it’s a great product for deterring feral cats, too!"

"I've had four sets of these, and they work excellently. My cat won't walk on them at all. I even got a laugh when my husband accidentally stepped on one in the dark! They’re also perfect for keeping feral cats out of my rose bed, which they thought was their potty box. I would definitely recommend this product!"

"I just set these out, so they haven't been fully tested yet. However, I appreciate how they can stack neatly and compactly. I also got a similar product that lies flat and is easier to position. So far, these sheets are great at keeping the cats off surfaces. I plan to update if I see any major changes!"

"I've been using this product for a couple of years now, and it works well to keep rabbits and cats away from my backyard and front lawn. I appreciate that it won't harm dogs, so I don't have to deal with upset owners. I use it a lot for patching grass and preventing rabbits from returning to the same area. Some needles break after stepping on them, but that's to be expected."

"I attached this mat to my bird cage to keep my cat off, and it's been effective so far. My cat jumped up once but didn't stay. I found it very flexible and easy to cut into smaller sections, though it does come rolled up, which makes it want to curl back if just laid out on a surface."

"I wanted an easier method to keep my cat off the couch, and while this is as simple as unrolling it, it doesn't lay flat and tends to roll up at the sides. It's lightweight, but when I try to store it, it's quite bulky and doesn't fit easily anywhere without being on top of something or in the garage. Still, it does the job of keeping pets away."

"As an indoor cat owner, I've struggled to keep my furry friend away from certain areas. Since I started using Ley's Cat Deterrent Mat, managing my cat's behavior has become so much easier. The harmless spikes effectively deter my cat from unwanted spots, and the transparent design blends right into my home. Installation was a breeze, and I love how easy it is to clean!"

"I got this product to keep my cat off my computer tower, and it works great! Now I just need to figure out how to stop him from scratching the side of the computer. Overall, I'm happy that this product does exactly what it claims."

"I purchased these mats to keep my cat away from my bearded dragon's terrarium, and they have done the job! I tied them down on the screen, and she hasn't jumped on it since. While she still manages to scoot the mat off the kitchen counter, these mats have been a success in keeping her off the areas I really wanted to protect."

"I placed it on my plant table, hoping to keep my cat off. I even showed her the scat mat, but she jumped on it once, screamed, and never did it again. My plants are safe now! And she still gets to live in my house for free."

"I adopted a year-and-a-half-old cat who loves to climb. I tried sprays and tinfoil, but nothing worked until I got this mat. Unfortunately, he stepped across it. I had cut it into pieces, so I can't return it. It felt like stepping on a bed of nails! For me, it was a waste of money."

"I had two cats causing trouble, especially around the Christmas tree. This product has successfully kept them away. They tested it by placing their paws on it and realized they preferred to stay off. Highly recommend!"

“I was a bit dubious at first, but these mats really do the job! I placed them around my furnace because one of my cats loved to paw at it. So far, it's kept him away perfectly!”

“I purchased this to stop my German Shepherd from jumping on the couch when no one was around. It works like a charm! I accidentally sat on it and jumped up immediately! The quality is impressive too—not flimsy at all!”

“These mats keep my cats off my plants, but I actually use them to prevent my dogs from getting on the couch! They serve their purpose well!”

"I bought these in a desperate attempt to keep stray cats off my new car. So far, I haven't seen any paw prints since I started using them! Although it's a bit inconvenient to place ten mats all over my car, I'm pleased with the results."

"I had a major issue with my 1-year-old cat digging in my potted plants. These mats worked like a charm! I cut them into smaller pieces and placed them on the dirt. While they didn't work for my kitchen counters, they were a game-changer for my plants."

"These mats have been a great solution for keeping critters out of my yard. I haven't had any issues since using them in the openings of my fence. I even recommended them to a friend dealing with a skunk problem!"

"I use it to deter cats from open wires. It works great; they avoid these areas without any harm."

"So far, these have been awesome! My dog hasn’t pooped on the patio furniture after a week of use."

"I have 9 cats and 4 dogs, and nothing kept them off my leather couches. These actually work! I’m so thrilled!"

"I've previously used the rollout garden spiky ones with limited success, but these actually WORK! The cats stay off, and I love the separate pieces that make it more usable and versatile. Great product!"

"I had a recurring issue with seven cats jumping onto our counters and opening cabinet drawers nightly. With this product, it's effective about 95% of the time."

"I placed these on top of my kitchen cabinets and refrigerator. They jumped up twice, but no more. This is a great item for cats; just put them wherever you want to prevent jumping. Easy to cut to size!"