Purina Tidy Cats LightWeight Instant Action
- Cat Litter
- 17 pounds
- Clay
- Cat
- Better rated than 72%
- More reviewed than 68%
A reasonable lightweight pick for households already using clay clumping litter who want less weight to haul.
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How it ranks among the 155 cat litter we track
4.6★ across 4,600 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
4,600 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
2,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 155 cat litter we track - how the scorecard works · full cat litter data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Purina's Tidy Cats LightWeight Instant Action is a clumping clay litter built for multi-cat households, sold in a 17 lb box that Purina lists as 99.9 percent dust free.
The lightweight formulation is meant to cut the weight of carrying and pouring litter compared to standard clay clumping litter, without changing the clumping or odor control performance. This is the scented variant.
- 17 lb box, clay clumping litter
- 99.9 percent dust free per the label
- Built for multi-cat households
- Scented, LightWeight Instant Action line
Who it's for
For multi-cat households that want a lighter box to lift and pour than traditional clay clumping litter, without switching away from clay entirely.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Lighter to carry and pour than standard clay litter
- Low dust formulation
- Scented for odor control
- Still a clay-based litter, not a plant-based alternative
- Scented formula may not suit cats sensitive to fragrance
Performance notes
The granule form clumps on contact for scooping, and the low-dust formulation is meant to cut airborne dust during pouring and scooping, which matters most in enclosed litter box areas shared by multiple cats.
Specifications
| Brand | Purina |
|---|---|
| Model | 00070230168986 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 17 pounds |
| Item Display Weight | 17 pounds |
| Package Size Name | 17 lb |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 17 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Clay |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 17 pounds |
| Included Components | One (1) 17 lb. Box - Purina Tidy Cats Light Weight, Low Dust, Clumping Cat Litter, LightWeight Instant Action |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 60 days |
| Other details | |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Asin | B07KYL7N1V |
| Upc | 070230168986 |
| Manufacturer | Nestle Purina Pet |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,104 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #82 in Cat Litter |
| Scent Name | Scented |
| Item Form | Granule |
| Model Number | 00070230168986 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 070230168986 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '4,608', 'stars': '4.6'} |
| Target Species | Cat |
| Item Type Name | Cat Litter |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cat litter.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purina Tidy Cats LightWeight Instant ActionThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 4,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Fresh Step Advanced Extreme Clump Multi Cat Clumping Litter with Febreze FreshnessFresh | 4.7 / 5 | 20,600 | 4.6 / 5 |
| ARM & HAMMER Clump & Seal SLIDE Platinum Multi-Cat Clumping Cat LitterARM | 4.6 / 5 | 19,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| PetSafe ScoopFree 4.3 lb BagsPetSafe | 4.5 / 5 | 45,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Cat's Pride Premium Lightweight Clumping Litter: Pure & FreshCat's | 4.5 / 5 | 18,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Purina 00070230168986
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is Tidy Cats LightWeight a clay litter?
Yes, the material type is listed as clay, formulated to be lighter than standard clumping clay litter.
Is this litter scented?
Yes, this variant carries a scented formula for odor control.
What size box does this come in?
A 17 lb box.