The 8 Best Hamster Cages of 2019

The Ferplast Hamster Cage is a safe, comfortable cage for hamsters of nearly all sizes. It measures 23.6 x 14.4 x 11.8 inches and provides a convenient and safe habitat for your friend. This cage features an upper wire frame and a transparent plastic base. Its two levels are connected by a ladder, so your hamster has two environments for play and rest. It also comes fully accessorized and includes a sleeping nest, feeding bowl, water bottle, and exercise wheel. This cage is a modular home and is designed to fit into other hamster cages with a connection cap. For easy access, the cage features a small door with a security latch. When it comes times for cleaning, the base detaches from the top cage via small wire clips.

In terms of reviews, the Ferplast Hamster Cage ranks highly against competitors. Owners say that this deluxe cage provides everything a hamster needs and prevents them from escaping. It’s larger than most standard cages, providing adequate room for your hamster to roam and play. Some reviewers mention that they did swap the wheel for a quieter version, but overall the Ferplast is a favorite among hamster owners.

A Syrian hamster is larger than a dwarf hamster and therefore requires more space and a larger cage than its smaller counterparts. The Prevue Pet Products Hamster Cage measures 32.5 x 19 x 17.5 inches and is the perfect size for your larger hamster. The narrow 3/8 inch wire spacing still prevents breakouts while the extra deep 6.25-inch base provides adequate room for your hamster. The cage features two entry doors—one on top and one on the side—so you have easy access when it comes time to clean your cage. It comes with a tubby base and a ramp and there’s plenty of room to add a variety of toys for exercise and exploration.

Owners say the Prevue cage is one of the best cages for Syrian hamsters. Not only is it large enough to provide space for exercise and rest, but it’s also easy to take apart and clean as needed. Many owners transitioned their Syrian hamsters from smaller cages to this one and say the changes they observed in activity and energy levels were almost instantaneous. 

One common complaint from pet owners is that their room can pick up unwanted odors. To keep your living space from smelling like your hamster cage, see our guide to the best air purifiers.

Pocket-sized dwarf hamsters are smaller than Syrian hamsters, and you’ll want to purchase a cage that’s both safe and escape-proof. The MidWest Homes for Pets Hamster Cage is a smart pick for owners of dwarf hamsters because it’s not only safe and secure, but it’s also full of fun, multi-level spaces that might prove too tight for a larger hamster—but perfect for a dwarf. A tube connects the lower sleeping level to a set of crisscrossing ramps, an exercise wheel, and a cubby for hiding away. The cage includes ports and connecting rings for those who want to join it to another habitat, and the set also includes a water bottle and food bowl. Overall it measures 18.1 x 11.6 x 21.3 inches.

Customers love watching their dwarf hamsters go adventuring through the MidWest Homes for Pets Hamster Cage, recommending it to anyone who wants to keep their hamster safe and happy. While the assembly can be a bit challenging, it’s well worth it for the amount of space it offers and variety of dwarf-friendly activities.

A two-level hamster cage allows you to divide your hamster’s environment between rest and play areas, giving them plenty of room to roam. The IRIS Hamster Cage features a lower area for eating, drinking, and sleeping, along with a wheel for exercise. It’s connected to a second level by a ramp, giving them a whole extra area to play and explore. By climbing to the top, they can access one of two openings for easy access. The cage is made of plastic and wire, providing plenty of breathability, and includes a food dish and water bottle (along with the wheel). There’s even a removable plastic house on the second level where your hamster can chill out.

The IRIS Hamster Cage measures 17.7 x 12.2 x 14.6 inches and customers say it’s the perfect enclosure—easy to assemble, easy to clean, and provides a great view of your hamsters as they play. As a bonus, it’s also available in four colors: blue, red, pink and a second, translucent blue.

You may think cats and hamsters don’t go together, but with the right cage, a responsible pet owner can keep both furry friends in the same household safe and happy. The WARE Chew Proof Small Animal Critter Cage has sturdy, narrow wire bars that keep curious cat paws away and hamsters safe. The powder coated wire top attaches to a removable metal base that’s easy to clean and simple to assemble. The cage measures 25 x 12.5 x 12.5 inches and is big enough to accommodate tunnels, wheels, water bottles, and other accessories.

Owners love how spacious the WARE cage is, noting that it’s large enough to fit a combination of tunnels and ramps. It’s better suited for smaller hamsters due to its size, but it’s a sturdy cage that will help keep out unwanted guests. However, in addition to a safe cage, it’s important to keep your hamster’s cage off the ground and in a separate room from your cat for the most protection.

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Some hamster owners swear by using a wire topper on top of an aquarium tank to create a multi-level playground for their hamster. If you want to give this a try, the Kaytee My First Home Tank Topper helps you convert a standard 10-gallon tank into a multi-level cage. This coated metal wire cage topper comes with safety ramps, a food dish, a water bottle, and hideout so all you need is the glass tank. The topper measures 20 x 10 x 10 inches and features ½ inch bar spacing between the wires. It also features an access door on the top and spring clips to ensure a tight fit between tank and cage. 

Hamster owners say this tank topper is a great way to create a cage out of a standard tank, allowing you to see your hamster in every nook and cranny and give him multiple levels of space to roam. Reviewers also note that it’s incredibly easy to disassemble during cleaning, but some wish that it provided a hole for extensions.

Looking to customize your hamster’s environment? Try the Kaytee Crittertrail Lazy Lookout Accessory Kit, which adds a tower to your cage where your hamster can hang out and take in the view. This universally connectible kit includes a J-tube, two 3.5 tubes, two connector rings, and a lookout tower (a domed area that sits above the cage at the end of the connected tubes). Each component is ventilated, and when fully assembled it measures 7 x 7 x 17.5 inches. It easily snaps together or apart, making cleaning a breeze, and can be further customized or integrated with other Kaytee accessory kits.

Customers call the Kaytee Crittertrail Lazy Lookout Accessory Kit the perfect getaway for their pets, saying hamsters love storing a “secret stash” of food in the tower or getting closer to their owner’s level (usually to beg for treats). It’s a great addition to any cage, adding vertical space that expands any habitat.

Cleaning your hamster’s cage is an important part of maintaining a healthy habitat. We like Nature’s Miracle Cage Cleaner because it’s made with an enzyme formula that cuts through smells and deodorizes safely. It effectively penetrates lingering scents but doesn’t contain any smell-masking perfumes. The spray is meant to deodorize, but it also helps you clean up caked-on messes and accidents. In just three to five minutes, Nature’s Miracle Cage Cleaner breaks down even the most powerful smells.

Most reviewers give Nature’s Miracle Cage Cleaner over four stars, saying that it makes a notoriously messy job a little more pleasant. Plus, most importantly, it doesn’t irritate small animal respiratory systems or leave behind residue.