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Review - cat water fountain
Catit Flower water fountain review: good choice for cats that drink too little
Triple filtration, silent pump and flower-shaped top that intrigues cats. We tested the Catit Flower for 5 weeks with Snowy and Nootje.
5 weeks testedWith Snowy and NootjeUpdated June 2026No sponsored review
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Catit Flower drinkfontein
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Tested by Mabel van den Busken - Founder & tester
Tested for 5 weeksLast updated: juni 2026No sponsored content
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Mabel's verdict - after 5 weeks of testing
8,8/10
4.4 out of 5 stars
The Catit Flower is the fountain I recommend first to cat owners who struggle to get their cat to drink enough.
Snowy barely drank from her bowl before the test - now she visits the fountain an average of eight times a day. Nootje was immediately interested in the flower-shaped top. The filtration is solid, the noise level low and the value for money excellent for the category. The only downside: the filter must be replaced every three weeks and the fountain requires weekly cleaning to prevent lime scale.
Test scores
Filtration quality
9
Noise level
9
Ease of use
8,5
Maintenance
7,5
Appeal to cat
9,5
Value for money
9
Total score8,8 / 10
Pros
- Silent pump - not audible in the living room
- Triple filter: ion exchanger, activated carbon and foam layer
- Flower shape attracts cats that refuse to drink from a static bowl
- 3-litre capacity - suitable for 1-2 cats
- Very low purchase price for the category (€ 34.99)
Cons
- Filter replaced every three weeks - running costs of about € 3 per month
- Lime scale visible after one week without descaling
- No app or smart features
- Replacement filters only available via Catit partner webshops
Filtration system
The Catit Flower uses a triple filter: a layer of activated carbon that absorbs chlorine and odours, an ion exchanger that binds magnesium and calcium and a coarse foam layer that catches hairs and larger particles. In practice the water tastes noticeably cleaner than tap water directly - Snowy, who normally drinks little, started drinking regularly after day two.
After three weeks I noticed a slight discolouration of the filter core - that is normal and the moment to change the filter. Catit recommends three to four weeks depending on the number of cats and water hardness. In my case (two cats, moderately hard water) that indicator was accurate.
Buy filters in a 3-pack or 5-pack - you pay significantly less per filter. Individual filters are considerably more expensive per unit.
Noise level in practice
The pump of the Catit Flower is remarkably quiet. I measured 32 decibels at a distance of 30 centimetres - comparable to the hum of a refrigerator. My fountain stands in the kitchen next to the counter and I never hear it when I am in the living room.
Nootje was slightly startled by the flowing sound on the first evening but returned after twenty minutes and started drinking. Snowy showed no reaction - she was immediately interested in the moving water layer.
Cleaning and maintenance
This is the weakest point of the Catit Flower. The fountain consists of six separate parts: basin, pump housing, flower head, filter tray, filter ring and power cable. That allows thorough cleaning but also takes twenty to twenty-five minutes per week. With the Veken fountain I tested for comparison I was done in ten minutes.
Lime scale is the biggest enemy. In hard-water areas white deposits form around the pump after five to seven days. Weekly cleaning with citric acid (1 teaspoon per 1 litre of water, soak for twenty minutes) keeps the fountain clean without damaging the plastic parts.
BPA-free material
All water-contacting parts of the Catit Flower are made from BPA-free plastic. Catit publishes the material certificates on request.
Test log - 5 weeks
- Week 1
Installation and first reactions
PromisingFountain filled and placed next to the existing bowl. Snowy investigated immediately - drank after ten minutes. Nootje more cautious - tried the water only after the first evening. Pump completely silent at two metres distance.
- Week 2
Daily use and first filter check
GoodSnowy visits the fountain an average of seven times per day. Nootje five times. The existing bowl now stands almost untouched. Filter still lightly coloured - no replacement needed. First cleaning done in twenty minutes.
- Week 3
Filter change and lime descaling
AcceptableFilter clearly discoloured after three weeks - replaced. Lime scale visible around pump. Citric acid cleaning (20-minute soak): excellent result, no residue. Total maintenance time this week: 35 minutes including filter change.
- Week 4-5
Long-term stability
PositiveNo mechanical issues. Pump running flawlessly. Snowy and Nootje use the fountain consistently. Second filter change after another three weeks. Conclusion: maintenance is the biggest time investment but the effect on drinking behaviour is clear.
Specifications
- Brand and model
- Catit Flower drinkfontein
- Capacity
- 3 liter
- Filtration system
- Triple: activated carbon, ion exchanger, foam layer
- Pump noise level
- 32 dB (measured at 30 cm)
- Dimensions (d x h)
- 18 x 23 cm
- Weight empty
- 0,5 kg
- Material
- BPA-free plastic
- Power consumption
- 1,5 W
- Filter interval
- 3-4 weeks (depending on water hardness)
- Suitable for
- 1-3 cats
- Purchase price
- € 34,99
Comparison with alternatives
I compare the Catit Flower with two other fountains I tested at the same time.
| Criterion | Catit Flower | Veken 67 oz | PetKit Eversweet 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | € 34,99 | € 24,99 | € 59,99 |
| Capacity | 3 liter | 2 liter | 2,5 liter |
| Filtration layers | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| App connection | |||
| Quiet (below 35 dB) | |||
| BPA-free |
Alternatives we also tested
Want to consider something different? These are the other fountains I have tested.
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Catit Flower drinkfontein
8,8/10 · € 34.99
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View on CoolblueFrequently asked questions about the Catit Flower water fountain
Catit recommends a three to four week interval. In my test with two cats and moderately hard water three weeks was the right moment - the filter core discolours noticeably by then. Buy filters preferably in a 3-pack to save costs.
The Catit Flower in use at Mabel's home
Photos taken during the 5-week test - no manufacturer product shots.
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Mabel van den Busken - Founder and tester
Mabel (1992) is a cat lover and owner of Snowy and Nootje. She started SlimmeKat.nl because she had difficulty finding reliable, honest reviews herself. Every product is tested for at least 4 weeks in her own home.
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