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Applaws Kitten

dry food · cats · 90/100 · Excellent

Looking for an alternative to Applaws Kitten? 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 Applaws Kitten in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Applaws Kitten's 90/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon. 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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Applaws Kitten vs its best alternative

Criterion Applaws Kitten Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall grade A 90/100 A 94/100
Protein quality A A
Nutritional balance A A
Few undesirables A A
Ingredient transparency A A
Species fit A A
Crude protein38%40%
Protein (dry matter)40.9%44.4%
Estimated carbs24%19%
First ingredient Dehydrated chicken Fresh chicken

Higher overall score ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.

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

2 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1 A Orijen Cat & Kitten 94/100 +4 Higher overall score ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +2 Higher overall score ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 6.50€/kg -1.30€
  2. #2 A Brit Care Kitten Chicken 7.00€/kg -0.80€
  3. #3 B Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Poulet 6.20€/kg -1.60€
  4. #4 B Naturea Naturals Adult Chat Poulet 7.50€/kg -0.30€
  5. #5 B Brit Care Sterilised Poulet 6.80€/kg -1.00€
  6. #6 B James Wellbeloved Adult Cat Turkey 7.50€/kg -0.30€

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 Applaws Kitten?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Applaws Kitten's 90/100, among dry food for cats. 2 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Applaws Kitten?

Yes: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, cats). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.

Why switch from Applaws Kitten?

Applaws Kitten scores 90/100 (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.