And yes, the coupon was a great incentive – $3 off my current purchase and another $3 off the next box. Naturally, I took advantage of that deal. My first purchase was the Multi-Cat version, which had a very subtle floral scent. Being quite sensitive to smells, I could detect it, although my husband probably wouldn’t. Later, I also picked up the Odor Control variety, which had a faint citrus or lemon scent. Again, the scent was light, but noticeable, especially during scooping or when my cats had just used the litter box.
But the real question was: did it live up to the “slide” hype? Was it truly as effortless as advertised? Well, let’s dive into my experience.
Close-up of used Slide cat litter in a box, showing clumps and some loose litter
The first time I scooped the Slide litter, it was after it had been used for a bit. Interestingly, I noticed that the litter seemed to lighten in color when exposed to air. In the photo below, you can see a slight line near the clumps – that’s because I started scooping before I remembered to take pictures!
Slightly scooped Arm & Hammer Slide litter box showing clumps and color difference
Close-up of clumps in Slide cat litter after initial scooping
During this initial scooping, the clumps didn’t quite “slide” off the box on their own. However, they did detach easily when I nudged them with the scoop. They came off the sides of the litter box fairly cleanly – not perfectly, but definitely not bad. I wondered if perhaps newer clumps would slide better once they were a little drier and had set more.
Litter box tilted to show clumps partially detached from the side
The next time I went to scoop, I decided to test the “slide” claim more directly. I simply tilted the litter box, and to my surprise, everything slid right off! It was genuinely impressive. The clumps released from the sides and bottom of the box with minimal effort.
Litter box tilted with clumps sliding out easily, demonstrating the "slide" feature
To really put Slide litter to the test, I decided to see how it would handle “extreme use.” I intentionally waited a day and a half before scooping (I only meant to wait a day, but life got in the way). Even after this extended period, I was once again impressed. The clumps held together remarkably well; they didn’t break apart, and there weren’t a lot of small pieces or fragments left behind after scooping. (Please ignore the urine stains on the sides of the box – one of my cats, Jack, has a habit of standing to pee!).
Litter box after 1.5 days of use, showing solid clumps and minimal mess
Close-up of scooped Slide cat litter after extended use, highlighting clump integrity and cleanliness
Another standout feature of this litter is its incredibly low dust. I noticed it immediately when pouring the first box. It’s practically dust-free, which is a huge plus for both my cats and my own respiratory health. Other reviewers have also noted this dust-free quality and mentioned that Arm & Hammer uses plant-based materials in the clay litter to achieve such effective clumping.
While the very faint scent is barely noticeable and much milder than many heavily perfumed “unscented” litters, one minor downside I found was the box opening. Punching the tab was easy enough, but trying to lift it to keep the box open was surprisingly difficult, much more so than it needed to be. However, this is a common issue with many boxed litters, so it’s not unique to Slide.
Overall, Arm & Hammer Slide Cat Litter has definitely won me over. I’ve switched to using it in my cat Muffin’s litter box. While I still have a significant stockpile of litter from past Black Friday sales, when that runs out, I will likely purchase more Slide litter for all the main litter boxes. It’s competitively priced with other clay litters and offers superior ease of use, especially with its genuinely effective “slide” technology. If you’re tired of struggling to scoop your cat’s litter box, I highly recommend giving Arm & Hammer Slide a try. You might be as pleasantly surprised as I was!
