Bravecto Plus for Cats
Bravecto Plus for Cats is positioned as the long‑duration tick specialist in this list, offering extended protection that reduces dosing frequency compared with monthly spot‑ons and can lower annual treatment costs for owners who value convenience. Technically it stands out for its sustained activity against ticks between doses, making it a strong choice for cat owners in high‑tick areas when compared to shorter‑acting competitors like Revolution Plus or Frontline Plus.
12-week protection
Covers fleas & ticks
12-week protection
Covers fleas & ticks
Review Summary
"Users report Bravecto Plus delivers long-lasting, highly effective tick and flea control with the convenience of multi-month protection; most owners praise efficacy and low dosing frequency while a small minority note mild, transient side effects. Overall feedback emphasizes excellent parasite control and fewer monthly treatments."
Single-dose ease (nap-friendly)
Provides up to 12 weeks protection against ticks and fleas per application.
Single-dose ease (nap-friendly)
Provides up to 12 weeks protection against ticks and fleas per application.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Bravecto Plus for Cats is positioned as the long‑duration tick specialist in this list, offering extended protection that reduces dosing frequency compared with monthly spot‑ons and can lower annual treatment costs for owners who value convenience. Technically it stands out for its sustained activity against ticks between doses, making it a strong choice for cat owners in high‑tick areas when compared to shorter‑acting competitors like Revolution Plus or Frontline Plus.
12-week protection
Covers fleas & ticks
Single-dose ease (nap-friendly)
Provides up to 12 weeks protection against ticks and fleas per application.
Contains fluralaner combined with moxidectin for broad parasite coverage including some intestinal worms.
12-week protection
Covers fleas & ticks
Single-dose ease (nap-friendly)
Provides up to 12 weeks protection against ticks and fleas per application.
Contains fluralaner combined with moxidectin for broad parasite coverage including some intestinal worms.
$180-280 USD
Revolution Plus for Cats
Revolution Plus for Cats combines broad parasite coverage with reliable tick control on a monthly schedule, striking a balance between comprehensive protection and predictable dosing intervals; financially it can be cost‑effective for owners who need multi‑parasite control rather than tick‑only products. Compared with Bravecto Plus it requires more frequent application but offers wider-spectrum parasite prevention that may eliminate the need for additional products.
Monthly broad cover
Multi-parasite guard
Monthly broad cover
Multi-parasite guard
Review Summary
"Revolution Plus is widely praised for broad-spectrum protection (fleas, ticks, mites and some worms) and good tolerability in cats, with many owners noting reliable month-to-month performance; a few users mention spot reactions or individual intolerance. Reviewers value its comprehensive coverage and ease of application."
Waterproof swim-ready
Monthly topical combining selamectin and sarolaner to target fleas, multiple tick species, ear mites and some worms.
Waterproof swim-ready
Monthly topical combining selamectin and sarolaner to target fleas, multiple tick species, ear mites and some worms.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Revolution Plus for Cats combines broad parasite coverage with reliable tick control on a monthly schedule, striking a balance between comprehensive protection and predictable dosing intervals; financially it can be cost‑effective for owners who need multi‑parasite control rather than tick‑only products. Compared with Bravecto Plus it requires more frequent application but offers wider-spectrum parasite prevention that may eliminate the need for additional products.
Monthly broad cover
Multi-parasite guard
Waterproof swim-ready
Monthly topical combining selamectin and sarolaner to target fleas, multiple tick species, ear mites and some worms.
Effective as a regular preventative for areas with year-round parasite risk.
Monthly broad cover
Multi-parasite guard
Waterproof swim-ready
Monthly topical combining selamectin and sarolaner to target fleas, multiple tick species, ear mites and some worms.
Effective as a regular preventative for areas with year-round parasite risk.
$240-360 USD
Advantage II for Cats
Advantage II for Cats is a long‑established flea control product that remains a budget‑friendly option, but it is primarily flea‑focused and offers limited tick efficacy versus the dedicated tick spot‑ons on this list. For cat owners whose priority is tick‑specific protection, Advantage II is generally less suitable than Bravecto Plus or Revolution Plus, though it can be a financially sensible choice where flea control is the main concern.
Monthly flea control
Breaks flea lifecycle
Monthly flea control
Breaks flea lifecycle
Review Summary
"Advantage II is frequently commended for rapid, consistent flea control and egg-prevention, but reviewers note it offers limited or inconsistent tick protection compared with tick-specific products. Overall users find it very effective for flea problems but less ideal where ticks are the primary concern."
No tick protection (FYI)
Monthly topical containing imidacloprid and pyriproxyfen that quickly kills adult fleas and prevents immature stages.
No tick protection (FYI)
Monthly topical containing imidacloprid and pyriproxyfen that quickly kills adult fleas and prevents immature stages.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Advantage II for Cats is a long‑established flea control product that remains a budget‑friendly option, but it is primarily flea‑focused and offers limited tick efficacy versus the dedicated tick spot‑ons on this list. For cat owners whose priority is tick‑specific protection, Advantage II is generally less suitable than Bravecto Plus or Revolution Plus, though it can be a financially sensible choice where flea control is the main concern.
Monthly flea control
Breaks flea lifecycle
No tick protection (FYI)
Monthly topical containing imidacloprid and pyriproxyfen that quickly kills adult fleas and prevents immature stages.
Does not reliably control ticks, so often paired with a tick-specific product if tick protection is required.
Monthly flea control
Breaks flea lifecycle
No tick protection (FYI)
Monthly topical containing imidacloprid and pyriproxyfen that quickly kills adult fleas and prevents immature stages.
Does not reliably control ticks, so often paired with a tick-specific product if tick protection is required.
$72-120 USD
Frontline Plus for Cats
Frontline Plus for Cats is a market‑trusted monthly topical with a long track record of effective tick control and an extensive global distribution network, offering predictable performance and wide retail availability. While it does not provide the extended dosing interval of Bravecto Plus, its established safety and strong brand recognition make it a dependable middle ground between single‑use flea products and newer long‑acting tick formulations.
Monthly flea & tick
Kills eggs & adults
Monthly flea & tick
Kills eggs & adults
Review Summary
"Frontline Plus gets positive marks for dependable flea and tick control and long market track record, with most users seeing clear reductions in parasites; some report decreased effectiveness in high-infestation areas or occasional skin sensitivity. It's regarded as a solid, mainstream choice with occasional variability."
Vet classic — dependable
Monthly topical formulation of fipronil and (S)-methoprene that targets fleas and many tick species.
Vet classic — dependable
Monthly topical formulation of fipronil and (S)-methoprene that targets fleas and many tick species.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Frontline Plus for Cats is a market‑trusted monthly topical with a long track record of effective tick control and an extensive global distribution network, offering predictable performance and wide retail availability. While it does not provide the extended dosing interval of Bravecto Plus, its established safety and strong brand recognition make it a dependable middle ground between single‑use flea products and newer long‑acting tick formulations.
Monthly flea & tick
Kills eggs & adults
Vet classic — dependable
Monthly topical formulation of fipronil and (S)-methoprene that targets fleas and many tick species.
Longstanding, widely used product with an established safety and efficacy record for cats.
Monthly flea & tick
Kills eggs & adults
Vet classic — dependable
Monthly topical formulation of fipronil and (S)-methoprene that targets fleas and many tick species.
Longstanding, widely used product with an established safety and efficacy record for cats.
$120-180 USD
Catego for Cats
Catego for Cats is presented here as a niche, tick‑targeted topical option aimed at owners seeking focused tick protection, often positioned competitively on price compared with major multinational brands. Technically it competes by emphasizing rapid tick knockdown and an owner‑friendly application, making it a viable alternative for those who want a tick‑specific product without the broader parasite scope (or higher price) of some market leaders.
Monthly broad protection
Rapid tick action
Monthly broad protection
Rapid tick action
Review Summary
"Catego for Cats receives mixed reviews: some owners report satisfactory short-term tick and flea control at a lower price, while others find it less consistent or prefer better-known brands for severe infestations; reports of variable efficacy and limited long-term data are common. It is often seen as a budget alternative with uneven results."
Budget-friendly pick
Veterinary-available spot-on treatment marketed for control of ticks and fleas in cats.
Budget-friendly pick
Veterinary-available spot-on treatment marketed for control of ticks and fleas in cats.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Catego for Cats is presented here as a niche, tick‑targeted topical option aimed at owners seeking focused tick protection, often positioned competitively on price compared with major multinational brands. Technically it competes by emphasizing rapid tick knockdown and an owner‑friendly application, making it a viable alternative for those who want a tick‑specific product without the broader parasite scope (or higher price) of some market leaders.
Monthly broad protection
Rapid tick action
Budget-friendly pick
Veterinary-available spot-on treatment marketed for control of ticks and fleas in cats.
Applied monthly with local action intended to rapidly reduce parasite loads.
Monthly broad protection
Rapid tick action
Budget-friendly pick
Veterinary-available spot-on treatment marketed for control of ticks and fleas in cats.
Applied monthly with local action intended to rapidly reduce parasite loads.
$100-160 USD