Wood Pellets vs. Pea FibersUpdated 8 days ago

What is the difference between wood pellets and Majescats’ natural cat litter made from pea fibers?

Wood pellets are considered a more environmentally friendly alternative to mineral litter, as they are made from compressed wood waste and are biodegradable. However, many cat owners encounter challenges in daily use: the pellets don’t clump, dissolve upon contact with urine, often form an unpleasant mush, and are too coarse and hard for many cats.

Our Majescats cat litter combines the best of both worlds: it is just as natural and sustainable – but based on fine, plant-based fibers such as pea fibers, cornmeal, cornstarch, guar gum, and bamboo powder. It clumps reliably, is gentle on the paws, and particularly hygienic.

The key differences at a glance:

Raw materials & sustainability:

Wood pellets = made from wood waste, biodegradable
Majescats = purely plant-based, also biodegradable – but no tree cutting required

Clumping ability:

Wood pellets dissolve into a wet mush on contact with urine – no clear separation possible
Majescats clumps reliably – for easy, hygienic cleaning

Odor control:

Wood absorbs moisture well, but odors are often only neutralized short-term
Majescats effectively binds odors through its plant-based formula and allows daily removal of clumps

Paw feel:

Wood pellets are coarse, hard, and often uncomfortable – some cats avoid them
Majescats is soft, fine, and well accepted by sensitive or older cats

Dust development:

Wood pellets produce little dust when poured but can release fine wood dust when breaking down
Majescats is virtually dust-free – even with daily use

Disposal:

Both options are compostable and biodegradable
Majescats can – depending on the municipality – even be disposed of via organic waste or in small amounts via the toilet*

Conclusion:

Wood pellets are a step toward sustainability – Majescats takes it one step further: 100% plant-based, clumping, gentle, clean, and natural. For your cat, your home, and the environment.