Revolution vs Revolution Plus: Differences, Pros, Cons, and Best Use Cases
Revolution and Revolution Plus may treat similar problems, but they are not the same fit. Start with species, what each one covers, and how you want to give it.
Dog + catRXTopical
Revolution
Topical parasite prevention with direct comparison relevance to Revolution Plus, especially for cat shoppers comparing coverage breadth.
IngredientSelamectin
Coveragefleas, heartworm, ear mites
FrequencyMonthly
CatRXTopical
Revolution Plus
Monthly topical cat parasite prevention with broad coverage and strong cat-safe comparison relevance.
IngredientSelamectin, Sarolaner
Coveragefleas, ticks, heartworm, ear mites, roundworms, hookworms
FrequencyMonthly
Compare
Revolution
Revolution Plus
Active ingredient
Selamectin
Selamectin, Sarolaner
Species
CAT, DOG
CAT
Form
Topical
Topical
Frequency
Monthly
Monthly
Prescription
RX
RX
Coverage
fleas, heartworm, ear mites
fleas, ticks, heartworm, ear mites, roundworms, hookworms
Best-for summary
Revolution Plus is often the stronger pick when broader coverage matters most. Revolution may be easier to choose when you want a simpler or narrower fit.
Informational comparison only. Not veterinary advice.
Revolution: pros and cons
Strong brand intent
Clear comparison overlap
Monthly topical use case
Prescription required
Coverage differs from Revolution Plus
Topical format only
Revolution Plus: pros and cons
Cat-specific broad coverage
Strong cat-safe best-of candidate
Clear comparison overlap with Revolution
Prescription required
Cat-only
Topical format may not suit every owner