Alternatives to

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Blue Buffalo cat food

wet food · cats · 60/100 · Average

Looking for an alternative to Blue Buffalo cat food? Here are wet food products for cats that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Blue Buffalo cat food in our database is Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet (87/100, grade A), versus Blue Buffalo cat food's 60/100. 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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Blue Buffalo cat food vs its best alternative

Criterion Blue Buffalo cat food Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet
Overall grade C 60/100 A 87/100
Protein quality E A
Nutritional balance B B
Few undesirables A A
Ingredient transparency C A
Species fit C B
Crude protein25%16%
Protein (dry matter)27.5%80%
Estimated carbs42%1%
First ingredient Riceplant filler White fish

Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.

Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet outscores 100% of wet food for cats in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1 A Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet 87/100 +27 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.
  2. #2 A Lily\'s Kitchen Terrine au Saumon 85/100 +25 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  3. #3 B Tiki Cat Aloha Friends Tuna & Pumpkin 84/100 +24 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.
  4. #4 B Edgard & Cooper Pâtée Chat Adulte Saumon 84/100 +24 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  5. #5 B Terra Felis Famousse Dinde 83/100 +23 Wins on protein quality.
  6. #6 B Schesir Tuna with Aloe 83/100 +23 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.
  7. #7 B Hami form Recette n°6 – Cabillaud/Crevettes 82/100 +22 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.
  8. #8 B William's Pâtée pour Chat au Bœuf 82/100 +22 Wins on protein quality.

Other food types for cats

  1. #1 A Orijen Cat & Kitten 94/100 dry food
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 dry food
  3. #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 dry food
  4. #4 A Thrive ProReward 100% Poulet 90/100 treats
  5. #5 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 dry food
  6. #6 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 88/100 dry food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Blue Buffalo cat food?

In our database it's Applaws Natural Tuna Fillet, scoring 87/100 (A) versus Blue Buffalo cat food's 60/100, among wet food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Blue Buffalo cat food?

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 Blue Buffalo cat food?

Blue Buffalo cat food scores 60/100 (C) 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.