Devon Rex vs Savannah

Where Devon Rex and Savannah differ most

• Adult weight: Devon Rex 6–9 lbs · Savannah 12–25 lbsSavannah much heavier
• Lifespan: Devon Rex 9–15 yrs · Savannah 12–20 yrsSavannah much longer-lived
• Est. monthly cost: Devon Rex $50–110 · Savannah $80–180Savannah much costlier
• Energy level: Devon Rex 4/5 · Savannah 5/5Savannah higher-energy
• Daily exercise: Devon Rex ~30 min · Savannah ~45 minSavannah needs more
• Grooming needs: Devon Rex 2/5 · Savannah 1/5Devon Rex more upkeep

Full trait-by-trait breakdown

Which one should you choose?

Both breeds bring an unconventional look and an outsized personality, but the Savannah takes things considerably further on nearly every axis. Size is the starkest contrast: the Savannah, a domestic-serval hybrid, can run dramatically larger and taller than the small, slight Devon Rex, more closely resembling a small wildcat in silhouette.

Multi-pet households generally do better with the Devon Rex, which tends to fold into family life without much friction, whereas a Savannah's fit with other animals shifts a lot depending on generational distance from its wild serval ancestor — a detail any honest breeder should disclose upfront. Coat needs split the two further: the Devon Rex's thin fur wants warmth and occasional skin care rather than brushing, while the Savannah's short coat is easy but comes attached to a considerably bigger cat.

Go with the Devon Rex for a compact, quirky companion that settles into most households without extra homework. A Savannah only belongs with a seasoned owner who has no toddlers or delicate pets at home, feels genuine excitement about that wild-hybrid intensity, and is willing to check local ownership rules before committing.