9 Safe and Sturdy Guinea Pig Cage Reviews – Cuddle Your Cavy in 2024

With its upper wire frame and plastic bottom, the Living World Deluxe Habitat is a hybrid guinea pig cage model favored by many owners.

Their furry friends agree! We found many reports of guinea pigs popcorning with joy in this cage.

This model is “durable” and “sturdy”. One person says the cage works as well as it did the day it was brought home one year earlier.

Our thoughts?

First, the Living World Deluxe Habitat has a “great design” because its wire top clips off of the bottom plastic pan for easy cleaning. Owners love how this design allows for easy vacuuming and/or dumping of old bedding before cleaning and drying pan.

The deep wall of the bottom pan prevents bedding and poop from being kicked out by excited guinea pigs.

A few describe the plastic bottom as “flimsy”. Perhaps compared to other models, but our experts agreed it was still adequate.

For times when you don’t need to take off the upper wire section, a top lid hinges open for quick, everyday access. The side door conveniently slides open but can be stiff.

Size is important

The majority of owners recommend the X-Large size option (over Standard and Large) of the Living World Deluxe Habitat to house two or more guinea pigs. Even those with just one guinea pig suggest choosing the Large or X-Large model over the Standard model.

Some good, some bad

The Living World Deluxe Habitat receives mixed reviews in terms of assembly.

Some users believe it is “easy” to put together, under 30 minutes. Others, however, find the instructions “confusing”, difficult to assemble, and need up to an hour and a half.

And more…

The Living World Deluxe Habitat’s accessories also earn ambivalent feedback. Space under a balcony offers a secure, quiet hiding place, but its design doesn’t allow owners to see inside to check on their guinea pigs.

The entire balcony/ramp piece is difficult to remove and replace for cleaning.

Many people complain about the very steep ramp–three little stairs at a sharp incline inappropriate for guinea pigs. Some guinea pigs skip the stairs and hop up onto the balcony while some eventually learn to use the steps.

The hay rack was a hit for some by providing 24/7 access to hay, but others find the hay rack messy.

Despite a few positive reviews, the water bottle draws overwhelmingly negative reviews.

We kept reading reports that the “cheap” bottle leaks and/or doesn’t fit its holder and falls down.

Overall, people love the cage itself but dislike its accessories.

Click here for a visual instruction manual. Click here for a video on unboxing and setting up the Living World Deluxe Habitat.

Features

• Standard cage dimensions: 30.7” long x 18.9” wide x 19.7” high (78 cm x 48 cm x 50 cm)
• Large cage dimensions: 37.8” long x 22.4” wide x 22” high (96 cm x 57 cm x 56 cm)
• X-Large cage dimensions: 46.9" long x 22.8" wide x 24 high" (119 cm x 58 cm x 61 H cm)
• Includes balcony, ramp, hideaway, food dish, water bottle, and hay guard
• Warranty and return information

The AmazonBasics Pet Habitat Jumbo size offers lots of room for two guinea pigs to run around, although its ramp cuts into overall floor area.

The water bottle hangs outside to save space.

Owners hear “happy noises” and observe popcorning when their guinea pigs first go into this cage.

Most guinea pigs like perching on the balcony, at least the ones who jump onto it or climb the reportedly “steep” and “slippery” ramp.

Mixed opinions

While guinea pigs enjoy the balcony, a few owners state it sags and/or cracks under the animals’ weight.

If your guinea pigs are on the “hefty” side, take note.

Some people like and some dislike the hay rack and the advertised non-tip bowl actually does tip over.

What people did agree on…

Pet parents like the AmazonBasics Pet Habitat’s convenient design.

It has a large double-door top opening as well as a double-door side opening for accessibility and daily spot cleaning.

For deep cleaning, the plastic tray separates from the wire upper section for dumping out debris and scrubbing the bottom. The wire top requires a few minutes of fiddling to clip it out and back into the tray.

Also, reviews unanimously concurred assembly is quick and easy, but it’s a bit wide and bulky for moving.

Features

• Standard cage dimensions: 29.9” long x 18.1” wide x 18.1” high
• Large cage dimensions: 40.2” long x 21.3” wide x 19.7” high
• Jumbo cage dimensions: 47.2” long x 23.6” wide x 20.5” high
• Weight (standard): 11.1 pounds
• Weight (large): 15.6 pounds
• Weight (jumbo): 18.4 pounds
• Includes balcony with ramp, food dish, water bottle, and hay guard
• Limited one-year warranty

The Ferplast Pig Cage is large enough for a single guinea pig (preferably a small baby or an elderly one), but reviewers warn that it doesn’t provide much room for an active guinea pig, much less two.

In fact, one owner chronicles his guinea pig’s experience with this cage: the pet only had enough room to run around in circles and eat.

Once the owner moved the guinea pig to a larger cage, it became more active.

Boredom, obesity and other health issues result from too-small cages.

On the go

Reviewers do praise the Ferplast Pig Cage for its portability. Easy to carry and transport around the house, this cage allows the guinea pig to move wherever people are.

One pet parent reports that her guinea pig perches on the raised platform in order to watch family members.

Easy enough for a kid

One entire side opens up easily for cleaning. Several reviewers remark that their children as young as five years old can operate the door and clean the cage.

A word of caution:

While the included plastic structure (platform/hideaway) is convenient and fun, it creates a few dangers.

One person notes the structure doesn’t sit flush against the cage walls, leaving gaps where guinea pigs’ feet and legs could get caught.

Another found her guinea pig with its head stuck under the plastic “house” and dead.

Also,

Criticisms include the water bottle leaking and not fitting the holder, missing or broken parts, and damaged units upon delivery.

Features

• Cage dimensions: 30.3” long x 18.9” wide x 16.5” high
• Weight: 8.46 pounds
• Includes one 0.16 gal. water bottle, one hay feeder, one bowl, and one guinea pig house

The Midwest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat Plus and Accessories offer plenty of space and options for designing your guinea pig’s home.

Although one cage is large enough for one to two guinea pigs, many reviewers suggest purchasing a second cage and connecting it to the first cage with one cage’s door/ramp to create lots of open space for two or more guinea pigs.

We found many reports of guinea pigs popcorning in joy after entering this customizable cage.

And

The Midwest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat Plus is made of wire side panels and a washable canvas bottom with 14” side walls.

It has a washable and removable PVC-lined canvas mat. Although advertised as “leak-proof,” a few owners suggest adding a lining because the canvas leaks slightly where straps are sewn into the bottom.

Also, many recommend substituting traditional loose bedding with a fleece pad over puppy pee mats or newspapers for convenience and economy.

Then put bedding on top of the pad/mat in at least one section of the cage.

Bottoms up!

The canvas bottom is what distinguishes the Midwest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat Plus from many other models.

Easily folded up for moving, this soft-bottomed cage does have a few disadvantages.

So what are?

It’s thin and offers little cushioning or support, stains easily, and requires a large hard surface to sit on–like a big table or much floor space. If you do try to move the cage after assembly, it’s not unlikely it will collapse in on itself.

Several owners report that their guinea pigs like to chew on (and sometimes through!) the canvas bottom and straps that hold the wire and canvas together.

The Midwest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat Plus is fairly straightforward in assembly and set-up.

The wire side walls hook together either inside or outside of the canvas base. Some people find the overall structure sturdy while other describe the walls as “wobbly” and “bendable”.

What is good?

Many people agree upon are the Midwest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat Plus’s accessories (sold separately) are handy.

First, the divider panel–which has a hinged tailgate-style door–doubles as a ramp that can close off sections to keep guinea pigs in one part of the cage while the other part is being cleaned.

Also, the divider is great for separating two guinea pigs who’re acclimating to (or fighting with) each other.

A top panel is great for offering protection from other pets, although a few people warn that it’s “flimsy” and falls in if not properly clipped on. Finally, the canvas bottom replacement and the ramp cover are convenient to have.

Take a look

Watch this video tour and review of the Midwest Homes for Pets Guinea Habitat Plus and Accessories.

Features

• Cage dimensions (Habitat Plus): 47” long x 24” wide x 14” high
• Wire mesh sides
• Canvas bottom side height: 14”
• One-year warranty for cage and parts

The Midwest Homes for Pets Critter Nation Double Unit with Stand looks like a wonderland for guinea pigs, with two full levels, each with a ramp and a balcony.

Be sure to click on “Two Story” for the model discussed in this review.

Movin’ on up!

This duplex is excellent for two guinea pigs because they can have a variety of places to play, sleep, eat, and just take a break from each other.

Many owners report guinea pigs quickly acclimating to and enjoying running around each level as well as up and down the ramps.

One reviewer does caution that since guinea pigs aren’t natural climbers, the Midwest Homes for Pets Critter Nation Double Unit with Stand with relatively steep ramps isn’t their safest option.

Easy living…

Most found this sturdy cage easy to assemble, although several people needed a few hours and pointed out that holes were not lined up well.

It has removable plastic floor trays and four front doors (two on each level) that open an entire side of the cage for cleaning access. Positioned on four lockable caster wheels, the unit moves easily.

As a bonus, the Midwest Homes for Pets Critter Nation Double Unit with Stand has storage space underneath the cage for bedding and food.

A few complaints

The main criticisms we found are that the shallow floor trays lack side panels to prevent bedding and dirt from spilling out.

Several buyers state that their units arrived in damaged boxes, with dented and scratched pieces.

For a demonstration on how to assemble this model, watch this video.

Features

• Bar spacing: ½”
• Cage dimensions: 36” long x 24” wide x 63” high
• Weight: 109 pounds
• Sturdy square-tube frame and wire construction
• Maneuverable stand with locking casters
• Full-width double doors
• Includes three angled ramps with Happy Feet Ramp cover
• 1-year warranty for cage and parts

Owners of one or two guinea pigs say that their animals like the You & Me Living the Dream Small Animal Habitat.

However, it measures 40" long X 17.5" wide (less than five square feet) and we wonder if it actually is roomy enough.

At least one person admits the cage doesn’t have a lot of running space, so her kids take the guinea pigs out often.

Another pet parent took out the ramp to provide more room.

Let’s get cozy

At least this cage is good for bonding– a pair of our sister guinea pigs enjoy the closeness.

A top hatch and a side door make accessing the animals and adding food simple.

Easy to assemble, the You & Me Living the Dream Small Animal Habitat is constructed of a wire cage top that snaps onto a plastic base. This configuration makes it easy to clean and change bedding.

A few reviewers wish that the sides of the plastic base are taller to prevent bedding from being “kicked out”.

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The only complaints were that the ramp is a bit steep and slippery–but at least it’s textured and has curved up sides.

For one consumer, a wheel arrived broken; for another, the plastic platform piece was missing. In any case, simply contact the manufacturer (Petco) and inquire about replacements and its 60-day return policy.

Features

• Cage dimensions: 40" long X 17.5" wide X 21" high
• For indoors
• Includes ramp and secon

Many guinea pig owners use the XL-size cage of the MidWest Homes for Pets Wabbit Deluxe Rabbit Home Kit to house their one, two, and sometimes three (but that might be pushing it) guinea pigs.

A good size cage to have in an apartment or small house, this unit offers room for guinea pigs to run, a cave-like place to hide, and a second level to climb onto and eat.

A little steep?

In fact, some guinea pigs skip the nearly perpendicular and “useless” stairs and hop onto the platform.

Reviewers like that a full-width side door opens up the one entire side.

It makes accessing your pet, changing food, and cleaning the cage easy.

Most people describe set-up as easy (although snapping in the sides can be “tricky”) while others find the directions poor. Some pieces didn’t fit well together for a few.

Overall, this cage is well-liked but could be stronger. The wire seems “flimsy” to some.

Nonetheless, you can expand the cage with an extension piece as well as a strong wood hutch.

Features

• Standard cage dimensions: 23.62” wide x 39.5” long x 19.75” high
• Standard cage base: 5.5” deep
• XL cage dimensions: 23.62” wide x 47.16” long x 19.68” high
• XL cage base: 8.5” deep
• XL cage weight: 16 pounds
• Mesh spacing: 1”
• Includes removable hay feeder, water bottle, and feeding bowl.
• One-year warranty for cage and parts

Why should ferrets have all the fun? The Prevue Feisty Ferret Cage is great for feisty guinea pigs as well. It’s spacious with lots of room for toys, two levels (connected by a ramp and each with a ramp and a balcony), and even a hammock.

Held closed with strong latches, two sets of doors (one for each level) open up entire sections for easy access and cleaning.

People do wish each level has a side wall to keep pee and poo from splashing out.

What’s not to love?

Unfortunately, the floors of the Prevue Feisty Ferret Cage aren’t great for guinea pigs. They’re wire and of course, guinea pigs shouldn’t be walking on wire all the time.

Also, you’ll have to pile lots of bedding on the bottom tray–which is located below the first level’s wire floor–in order to create a layer thick enough for burrowing.

Owners suggest clever workarounds, like moving the bottom tray on top of the first-level wire floor and lining the second level with a thick blanket.  Then line both levels with bedding.

Some good, some not

We encountered contradictory opinions in two areas: assembly and metal.

Some users found the Prevue Feisty Ferret Cage easy to assemble while others didn’t. Click here to see for yourself if the directions are clear.

For more assistance, watch this video on how to assemble this unit.

Heavy metal?

Some buyers describe the cage as sturdy with quality metal.

A few think the powder-coated metal is cheap and even one owner says the gray metal bars turn black permanently when they come in contact with urine.

Features

• Wire spacing: 7/8”
• Cage dimensions: 31” long x 20” wide x 41 ½” high (54” on stand)
• Platform dimensions: 20 3/8” x 7 7/8” x ¾”
• Ramp dimensions: 15 ¼” x 5” x 1/8”
• 30-day return policy
• 90-day warranty policy
• Shelf storage area and caster wheels

The Petsfit Rabbit Hutch, Bunny Cage for Indoor Use looks like an outdoor pet home but makes an “adorable”, “cute” piece of furniture.

In fact, one consumer says that this hutch is so lovely that she doesn’t feel she has to move out of sight when guests visit.

But how do the occupants feel?

Apparent guinea pigs love this dwelling too. We read reports of guinea pigs popcorning inside the Petsfit Rabbit Hutch, Bunny Cage for Indoor Use.

One owner says his guinea pig behaves like this unit is his kingdom… and why not?

The solid wood hutch for privacy connects to a patio-like cage for fresh air and sights.

The only disadvantage of the hutch is that guinea pigs like to chew on wood!

Good news

This unit is easy to install. With a large side door as well as a hinged lid that opens up half the cage’s roof, this unit also offers plenty of accessibility for reaching the pet as well as cleaning.

Not a deal-breaker

While cleaning is fairly straightforward, several users are frustrated by the pull-out tray. When sliding it out, they find that the bedding jams under the cage and then overflows onto the floor.

Also, the lack of side walls doesn’t prevent bedding from spilling out. Despite these issues, owners love this unit and suggest creating homemade side walls/barriers out of material like Plexiglass.

Features

• Material: Iron wire and solid cedar wood
• Water-based paint finishing
• Overall outer dimensions: 36” long x 20” wide x 30 high
• Hutch dimensions: 19” long, 12” wide x 22” high
• Weight: 33.1 pounds
• Includes removable tray
• 30-day return policy/warranty