Alternatives to

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Friskies Vitafit Junior

dry food · cats · 44/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to Friskies Vitafit Junior? 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 Friskies Vitafit Junior in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Friskies Vitafit Junior's 44/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat. 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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Friskies Vitafit Junior vs its best alternative

Criterion Friskies Vitafit Junior Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall grade D 44/100 A 94/100
Protein quality C A
Nutritional balance D A
Few undesirables C A
Ingredient transparency E A
Species fit B A
Crude protein33%40%
Protein (dry matter)37.5%44.4%
Estimated carbs32%19%
First ingredient Cornplant filler Fresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 33%.

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 +50 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 33%.
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +48 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 33%.
  3. #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 +46 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 33%.
  4. #4 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 +45 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 33%.
  5. #5 A Acana Homestead Harvest Cat 88/100 +44 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 33%.
  6. #6 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 88/100 +44 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 33%.
  7. #7 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 88/100 +44 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 33%.
  8. #8 A Ziggy Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon 87/100 +43 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1 B Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat 2.00€/kg -1.20€
  2. #2 B Kitekat Boeuf Legumes Cat 2.00€/kg -1.20€
  3. #3 C Friskies Vitafit Senior Chat 3.00€/kg -0.20€
  4. #4 D Friskies Vitafit Adult Sélection 2.80€/kg -0.40€
  5. #5 D Friskies Vitafit Saumon 2.80€/kg -0.40€
  6. #6 D Friskies Vitafit Sterilise 3.00€/kg -0.20€

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 Friskies Vitafit Junior?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Friskies Vitafit Junior's 44/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Friskies Vitafit Junior?

Yes: Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat 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 Friskies Vitafit Junior?

Friskies Vitafit Junior scores 44/100 (D) 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.