Alternatives to
Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat
Looking for an alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat? Here are dry food products for cats that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat's 75/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat | Orijen Cat & Kitten |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 75/100 | A 94/100 |
| Protein quality | B | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | D | A |
| Species fit | C | A |
| Crude protein | 30% | 40% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 33% | 44.4% |
| Estimated carbs | 39% | 19% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
Orijen Cat & Kitten outscores 100% of dry food for cats in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1 A Orijen Cat & Kitten 94/100 +19 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
- #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +17 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
- #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 +15 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #4 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 +14 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
- #5 A Acana Homestead Harvest Cat 88/100 +13 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
- #6 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 88/100 +13 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
- #7 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 88/100 +13 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
- #8 A Ziggy Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon 87/100 +12 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 6.50€/kg -0.50€
- #2 B Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Poulet 6.20€/kg -0.80€
- #3 B Brit Care Sterilised Poulet 6.80€/kg -0.20€
- #4 B Iams Vitality Senior Cat 6.50€/kg -0.50€
- #5 B Purina One Bifensis Adult Chat Poulet 5.80€/kg -1.20€
- #6 B Purina One Stérilisé Chat Saumon 6.00€/kg -1.00€
Other food types for cats
- #1 A Thrive ProReward 100% Poulet 90/100 treats
- #2 A Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet 87/100 wet food
- #3 A ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat 86/100 raw food
- #4 A Lily\'s Kitchen Terrine au Saumon 85/100 wet food
- #5 B Tiki Cat Aloha Friends Tuna & Pumpkin 84/100 wet food
- #6 B Edgard & Cooper Pâtée Chat Adulte Saumon 84/100 wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat?
In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat's 75/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat?
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 Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat?
Blue Buffalo Basics Turkey Cat scores 75/100 (B) 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.