7 Best Wall-Mounted Cat Trees – 2024 Reviews & Top Picks

Cats are territorial species that spend plenty of time marking and watching over their territory. This territory is essential for providing food and shelter in the wild, and your cat instinctively continues this behavior at home. One of the best ways to keep your cat happy is to make it easier to watch over your home by providing plenty of high spots they can use as a perch. Wall-mounted cat trees are ideal because they don’t leave much of a footprint on your living space, yet they provide your pet with what it needs to stay happy.

If you’d like to purchase a wall-mounted cat tree but aren’t sure which one is best for your home, keep reading while we review several of the best-selling brands. We’ll give you the pros and cons we experienced with each one and let you know how our cats like them so you can make an informed purchase.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites in 2024

The Best Wall-Mounted Cat Trees

1. CatastrophiCreations Wall Mounted Cat Shelf – Best Overall

The CatastrophiCreations Lift Wall Mounted Cat Tree Shelf Set is our pick as the best overall wall-mounted cat tree. It has extremely sturdy hidden brackets that can support up to 85 pounds across its various components. It has a fabric covering that’s removable and washable, so you don’t need to worry about them getting dirty. It has clear, easy-to-follow installation instructions, and you can add additional sets to make it even larger.

The downside we experienced while using the CatastrophiCreations Lift was that the shelves were a little narrow for our liking. Most of our cats still use them, but if you have a larger cat that’s overweight, it might struggle to find room on these shelves.

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2. BIG NOSE Wall Mounted Cat Scratching Post & Shelves – Best Value

The BIG NOSE- Wall Mounted Cat Scratching Post Multi Level Cat Shelves is our pick as the best wall-mounted cat tree for the money. It features a sturdy design that’s easy to install and features all replaceable components. You can also add to it if you have more cats or want to provide the one you have with more space, and you can replace all of the parts if something breaks or wears out.

The primary downside to the BIG NOSE- Wall Mounted Cat Scratching Post Multi Level Cat Shelves is that they might be a little small for cats over 12 or 13 pounds.

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3. CatastrophiCreations Gardens Cat Tree Shelves – Premium Choice

CatastrophiCreations Gardens Cat Tree Shelves is our premium choice cat tree. This huge tree provides your pet with an entire maze to explore, and it even comes with four planters for growing cat grass or catnip. The brackets are hidden, and since you install them directly into wall studs, they can support up to 85 pounds. The installation instructions are easy to follow, and you can extend it to provide your cat with even more room to explore.

The primary downside we experienced with the CatastrophiCreations Gardens Cat is that it’s extremely expensive, and it will likely cost more than many people’s budgets will allow.

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4. K&H Pet Products Kitty Sill Cat Window Perch – Best for Kittens

The K&H Pet Products Kitty Sill Cat Window Perch is our pick as the best for kittens. It’s a furniture-grade shelf style perch that allows your cat plenty of room to stretch out. It’s easy to install and uses Velcro strips that eliminate the need for tools while remaining sturdy enough to hold up to 40 pounds.

The only downside we experienced while using the K&H was that the adhesive could heat up and get soft if you placed it in direct sunlight, which could cause the shelf to fall. If you need to install it in a sunny room, you may need to find a more secure way to install it.

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5. TRIXIE Bed Wall Mounted Cat Shelf

The TRIXIE Bed Wall Mounted Cat Shelf features an attractive modern design that will look attractive in any home. It’s easy to install and comes with all of the hardware that you need. It also comes with a mat to make it a little more comfortable for your cat, and you can take it out to wash it with the laundry.

The downside to the TRIXIE Bed is that it only supports about 12 pounds, so it’s a better choice for kittens and smaller cats. We also thought that the mat was a little thin.’

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6. TRIXIE Dayna White Plush Wall Mounted Cat Tree

The TRIXIE Dayna 59.8-in Plush Wall Mounted Cat Tree is an attractive cat tree that features a handy center scratching post that’s especially handy if your cats like to claw the furniture. The soft faux fleece covering provides comfort to the cat, and it includes all required equipment for attaching it to the wall, so you can do it quickly once you have it assembled and the result is extremely sturdy.

The downside to the TRIXIE Dayna is that it is difficult and time-consuming to assemble, and it took us a lot longer than the others on this list. It’s also extremely heavy once properly constructed and holding it steady is the most difficult part of the installation.

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7. TRIXIE Wall Mounted Cat Bridge

The TRIXIE Wall Mounted Cat Bridge features three separate platforms your cat can use to relax and watch over your home. A wood chain bridge connects the platforms, and it comes with all of the hardware you need to build it. The attractive wood finish will look stunning in any home and is easy to fasten to the wall.

The downside to the TRIXIE Wall Mounted cat tree is that it’s only rated to hold about 12 pounds, so it’s only suitable for smaller cats. We also found the wood to be extremely lightweight and flimsy. Several pieces started to develop cracks as we were fastening the tree to the wall, and they had a bad odor that some people wouldn’t like, and it prevented our cats from using it.

Buyer’s Guide: Choosing The Best Wall Mounted Cat Tree

Maximum Weight Support

The first thing you want to look for when choosing a cat tree that fastens to the wall is the maximum weight it can support. Most cats weigh between 10 and 20 pounds, but we recommend adding a few pounds if your cat likes to jump up onto the tree because this action can pull down the tree if the weight limit is close to that cat’s actual weight.

Ease of Installation

The second thing we recommend looking into when choosing a wall-mounted cat tree is the ease of installation. Most brands require you to fasten the tree to your wall studs, so you want to make sure the instructions are easy to understand and that it comes with the hardware you need. We tried to point out any brands that were difficult to install on our list.

Size

When choosing your wall-mounted cat tree, make sure that the platforms are large enough for your cat to sit and play on. Your pet will be more likely to use it if it can take a nap without worry about falling off.

Durability

While cats aren’t as destructive as dogs with their toys, they do like to run and jump, which can wear down the tree after a few years. It’s important to look for a brand that uses high-quality materials that can withstand your cat’s antics. We tried to point out any brands that used inferior materials on our list, but you will need to use caution if you continue to shop.

Final Thoughts

When choosing your next wall-mounted cat tree, we highly recommend our pick for the best overall. The CatastrophiCreations Lift Wall Mounted Cat Tree Shelf Set provides your cat with multiple perches to use, and you can add on to it to make it even larger whenever it’s convenient. You can remove the cover to wash it, and its machine washable. Another great choice is our pick for the best value. The BIG NOSE- Wall Mounted Cat Scratching Post Multi Level Cat Shelves is extendable and features a central scratching post at a budget price.

We hope you have enjoyed reading over this list and found a few brands you would like to try out. If we have helped make your pet a little happier, please share this guide to the best wall-mounted cat trees on Facebook and Twitter.

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