Does a Bengal's spotted coat come with more house-tiger confidence than an Ocicat's look?

Not really. Confidence in a cat comes down to breeding and individual personality, not coat pattern. Bengals are known for their high energy, boldness, and sometimes demanding nature-partly from their Asian leopard cat ancestry. Ocicats were bred from Abyssinians, Siamese, and American Shorthairs, so they tend to be more social, adaptable, and easygoing, often described as dog-like in their loyalty.

That said, a Bengal might *seem* more confident because it’s often more active and assertive, but an Ocicat can be just as fearless in its own way-just less intense. The coat is just decoration; the temperament is in the genes and upbringing. If you want a cat that struts like it owns the place, both breeds can deliver, but the Bengal’s style is more "wild child" while the Ocicat’s is more "friendly extrovert."