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Compare Devon Rex and Aegean side by side: temperament, energy, trainability, apartment fit, shedding, lifespan, weight and free adoption listings.

Breed traits

Character & behavior

Energy level

Playfulness

Intelligence

Trainability

Protectiveness

Sociability

Can stay alone

Lifestyle fit

Apartment-friendly

Yes

Good with kids

Yes

Good for first-time owners

Yes

Shedding

Noise level

Exercise needs

Physical & general

Life span

12–15 years

Weight

2.5–4.5 kg

3.5–5.5 kg

Height

23–30 cm

Medium-sized cat

Origin

United Kingdom

Greece

Grooming effort

Nutrition sensitivity

Health risk

Heat tolerance

Cold tolerance

The Devon Rex and Aegean are both sociable and playful cat breeds, making them excellent companions for families and first-time owners. While they share a similar lifespan of 12 to 15 years and are both apartment-friendly, they differ in weight, exercise needs, and some other characteristics. The Devon Rex is lighter, with a weight range of 2.5 to 4.5 kg, while the Aegean weighs between 3.5 to 5.5 kg. Both breeds have moderate energy levels, but the Aegean has a slightly higher exercise need. Grooming difficulty is similar for both breeds, but the Devon Rex has a lower shedding level, which may appeal to those concerned about fur around the house. Understanding these differences can help potential owners choose the breed that best fits their lifestyle.

Devon Rex — Advantages

Lower weight range (2.5 to 4.5 kg)
Less shedding (level 2)
Higher playfulness (level 5)
Good trainability (level 4)
Moderate noise level (level 3)

Disadvantages

Moderate exercise need (level 3)
Less climate tolerance for cold (level 2)
Can stay alone moderately (level 3)

Aegean — Advantages

Higher climate tolerance for hot weather (level 4)
Good exercise need (level 4)
Sociability (level 5)
Good with kids
Good for first-time owners

Disadvantages

Higher weight range (3.5 to 5.5 kg)
Higher shedding level (level 3)
Lower playfulness (level 4)
Lower trainability (level 3)
Moderate noise level (level 2)