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Amikinos Reference chat

dry food · cats · 86/100 · Excellent

Looking for an alternative to Amikinos Reference chat? Here are dry food products for cats that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Amikinos Reference chat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Amikinos Reference chat's 86/100. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.

By Theo Blanchard · reviewed by Max Kowalski · updated June 2026 · independent grading, no sponsorship

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Amikinos Reference chat vs its best alternative

Criterion Amikinos Reference chat Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall grade A 86/100 A 94/100
Protein quality A A
Nutritional balance A A
Few undesirables A A
Ingredient transparency C A
Species fit A A
Crude protein51%40%
Protein (dry matter)56%44.4%
Estimated carbs12%19%
First ingredient Dehydrated chicken Fresh chicken

Wins on ingredient transparency.

Orijen Cat & Kitten outscores 100% of dry food for cats in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1 A Orijen Cat & Kitten 94/100 +8 Wins on ingredient transparency.
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +6 Wins on ingredient transparency.
  3. #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 +4 Wins on ingredient transparency.
  4. #4 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 +3 Wins on ingredient transparency.
  5. #5 A Acana Homestead Harvest Cat 88/100 +2 Higher overall score.
  6. #6 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 88/100 +2 Higher overall score.
  7. #7 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 88/100 +2 Wins on ingredient transparency.
  8. #8 A Ziggy Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon 87/100 +1 Wins on ingredient transparency.

Other food types for cats

  1. #1 A Thrive ProReward 100% Poulet 90/100 treats
  2. #2 A Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet 87/100 wet food
  3. #3 A ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat 86/100 raw food
  4. #4 A Lily\'s Kitchen Terrine au Saumon 85/100 wet food
  5. #5 B Tiki Cat Aloha Friends Tuna & Pumpkin 84/100 wet food
  6. #6 B Edgard & Cooper Pâtée Chat Adulte Saumon 84/100 wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Amikinos Reference chat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Amikinos Reference chat's 86/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Amikinos Reference chat?

Cheaper-per-kg options for the same use are listed in the dedicated section on this page whenever our database has them.

Why switch from Amikinos Reference chat?

Amikinos Reference chat scores 86/100 (A) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.