MidWest Homes for Pets Dog Crate iCrate
The MidWest iCrate earns a best-in-class spot for indoor dog wire cages thanks to its heavy-gauge welded wire, a full-width removable plastic tray for fast cleaning, and a selection of sizes and divider panels that suit growing dogs. Compared with the cheaper AmazonBasics model it trades a modest price premium for greater durability and customization, and it better addresses canine containment needs than the small-animal focused cages on this list.
Folds flat — Tetris-ready
Divider panel — grows-with-pup
Folds flat — Tetris-ready
Divider panel — grows-with-pup
Review Summary
"Buyers consistently praise the MidWest iCrate for its sturdy construction, easy folding design, and useful removable tray and divider; some note that latches and thin wires can feel flimsy on the smallest sizes. Overall users find it a reliable, long-lasting crate for dogs and travel use."
Removable tray — cleanup magic
Removable plastic tray slides out for quick, sanitary cleaning.
Removable tray — cleanup magic
Removable plastic tray slides out for quick, sanitary cleaning.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The MidWest iCrate earns a best-in-class spot for indoor dog wire cages thanks to its heavy-gauge welded wire, a full-width removable plastic tray for fast cleaning, and a selection of sizes and divider panels that suit growing dogs. Compared with the cheaper AmazonBasics model it trades a modest price premium for greater durability and customization, and it better addresses canine containment needs than the small-animal focused cages on this list.
Folds flat — Tetris-ready
Divider panel — grows-with-pup
Removable tray — cleanup magic
Removable plastic tray slides out for quick, sanitary cleaning.
Folds flat for storage and transport while remaining sturdy when assembled.
Folds flat — Tetris-ready
Divider panel — grows-with-pup
Removable tray — cleanup magic
Removable plastic tray slides out for quick, sanitary cleaning.
Folds flat for storage and transport while remaining sturdy when assembled.
Prevue Hendryx Feisty Ferret Home
Prevue Hendryx’s Feisty Ferret Home is designed for agility and climbing small mammals, offering multi-level wire construction and pull-out pans that simplify bedding removal and spot-cleaning. It sits between budget starter habitats like Kaytee and higher-end modular systems like Living World by offering robust wire spacing and spacious levels at a mid-range price, making it a strong choice for ferret and multi-rodent households that need both vertical space and easy tray access.
Multi-level maze — ferret-fun
Deep base — litter-proof hero
Multi-level maze — ferret-fun
Deep base — litter-proof hero
Review Summary
"Owners of the Prevue Hendryx Feisty Ferret Home like the multi-level layout and space it provides for ferrets, but many report issues with plastic fittings, platform durability, and maintenance. It's appreciated for value and size but needs upgrades for long-term durability."
Removable tray — smell-be-gone
Multi-level wire design with ramps and platforms to support ferret activity.
Removable tray — smell-be-gone
Multi-level wire design with ramps and platforms to support ferret activity.
Recreational Enjoyment
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Prevue Hendryx’s Feisty Ferret Home is designed for agility and climbing small mammals, offering multi-level wire construction and pull-out pans that simplify bedding removal and spot-cleaning. It sits between budget starter habitats like Kaytee and higher-end modular systems like Living World by offering robust wire spacing and spacious levels at a mid-range price, making it a strong choice for ferret and multi-rodent households that need both vertical space and easy tray access.
Multi-level maze — ferret-fun
Deep base — litter-proof hero
Removable tray — smell-be-gone
Multi-level wire design with ramps and platforms to support ferret activity.
Pull-out bottom tray allows fast, hands-free cleaning of bedding and waste.
Multi-level maze — ferret-fun
Deep base — litter-proof hero
Removable tray — smell-be-gone
Multi-level wire design with ramps and platforms to support ferret activity.
Pull-out bottom tray allows fast, hands-free cleaning of bedding and waste.
AmazonBasics Single-Door Folding Metal Dog Crate
The AmazonBasics folding metal crate is the market-leading budget option for indoor wire dog cages with a removable tray, delivering straightforward functionality, fast setup, and one of the lowest price points on the market. While it lacks some of the premium welds and accessories of the MidWest iCrate, its light weight, compact foldability, and very competitive cost make it the best value pick for temporary use, travel, or cost-conscious buyers.
Budget-friendly — wallet-smiles
Single-door access — simple-snooze
Budget-friendly — wallet-smiles
Single-door access — simple-snooze
Review Summary
"The AmazonBasics Single-Door Folding Metal Dog Crate is frequently commended for its value, portability, and ease of setup, though a portion of users mention minor quality and finish issues compared with premium brands. Most buyers are satisfied for everyday home use and short-term containment."
Slide-out pan — quick-sparkle
Single-door metal crate with a removable plastic pan for easy cleaning.
Slide-out pan — quick-sparkle
Single-door metal crate with a removable plastic pan for easy cleaning.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The AmazonBasics folding metal crate is the market-leading budget option for indoor wire dog cages with a removable tray, delivering straightforward functionality, fast setup, and one of the lowest price points on the market. While it lacks some of the premium welds and accessories of the MidWest iCrate, its light weight, compact foldability, and very competitive cost make it the best value pick for temporary use, travel, or cost-conscious buyers.
Budget-friendly — wallet-smiles
Single-door access — simple-snooze
Slide-out pan — quick-sparkle
Single-door metal crate with a removable plastic pan for easy cleaning.
Compact, folding design for simple storage and transport.
Budget-friendly — wallet-smiles
Single-door access — simple-snooze
Slide-out pan — quick-sparkle
Single-door metal crate with a removable plastic pan for easy cleaning.
Compact, folding design for simple storage and transport.
Kaytee My First Home Multi-Level Habitat
Kaytee’s My First Home is a beginner-friendly multi-level wire habitat with a pull-out tray aimed at small rodents and young owners who prioritize easy cleaning and included accessories. It is typically more affordable and accessory-rich than the more modular and premium Living World line, though it uses thinner wire and plastic platforms so it favors small pets and short-term setups rather than larger or more active animals.
Multi-level play — tiny-adventure
Easy-clean tray — parent-approved
Multi-level play — tiny-adventure
Easy-clean tray — parent-approved
Review Summary
"Kaytee My First Home is favored by new small-pet owners for its multi-level design and included tunnels, but reviews commonly cite flimsy plastic parts, difficult cleaning, and limited space for larger or adult hamsters. It's fine as an entry-level habitat but not ideal for long-term or heavy use."
Snug hideaways — nap-huts
Multi-level layout with ramps and a small hideaway tailored for hamsters, gerbils, or mice.
Snug hideaways — nap-huts
Multi-level layout with ramps and a small hideaway tailored for hamsters, gerbils, or mice.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Kaytee’s My First Home is a beginner-friendly multi-level wire habitat with a pull-out tray aimed at small rodents and young owners who prioritize easy cleaning and included accessories. It is typically more affordable and accessory-rich than the more modular and premium Living World line, though it uses thinner wire and plastic platforms so it favors small pets and short-term setups rather than larger or more active animals.
Multi-level play — tiny-adventure
Easy-clean tray — parent-approved
Snug hideaways — nap-huts
Multi-level layout with ramps and a small hideaway tailored for hamsters, gerbils, or mice.
Removable bottom tray speeds up cleaning and litter changes.
Multi-level play — tiny-adventure
Easy-clean tray — parent-approved
Snug hideaways — nap-huts
Multi-level layout with ramps and a small hideaway tailored for hamsters, gerbils, or mice.
Removable bottom tray speeds up cleaning and litter changes.
Living World Deluxe Habitat
The Living World Deluxe Habitat is a premium indoor wire-and-plastic system that emphasizes deep removable trays, modular expandability, and durable fittings for guinea pigs, rabbits, and other small animals. It commands a higher price than Kaytee and Prevue but delivers superior tray depth, leak resistance, and reconfiguration options, making it a top choice when cleanup efficiency and long-term modular upgrades justify the added cost.
Spacious layout — critter-palace
Multiple doors — access-easy
Spacious layout — critter-palace
Multiple doors — access-easy
Review Summary
"Living World Deluxe Habitat is liked for its spacious layout and included accessories, offering a comfortable home for small animals; however, users report assembly challenges and that the plastic base and connectors can wear over time. Overall it's a popular mid-range choice balancing size and cost."
Pull-out tray — cleaning-hero
Generous multi-level interior with shelves and ramps for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets.
Pull-out tray — cleaning-hero
Generous multi-level interior with shelves and ramps for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets.
Recreational Enjoyment
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Living World Deluxe Habitat is a premium indoor wire-and-plastic system that emphasizes deep removable trays, modular expandability, and durable fittings for guinea pigs, rabbits, and other small animals. It commands a higher price than Kaytee and Prevue but delivers superior tray depth, leak resistance, and reconfiguration options, making it a top choice when cleanup efficiency and long-term modular upgrades justify the added cost.
Spacious layout — critter-palace
Multiple doors — access-easy
Pull-out tray — cleaning-hero
Generous multi-level interior with shelves and ramps for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets.
Deep, removable plastic tray for efficient waste removal and thorough cleaning.
Spacious layout — critter-palace
Multiple doors — access-easy
Pull-out tray — cleaning-hero
Generous multi-level interior with shelves and ramps for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets.
Deep, removable plastic tray for efficient waste removal and thorough cleaning.