Alternatives to

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Orijen Original Cat

dry food · cats · 75/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Orijen Original Cat? 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 Orijen Original Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Orijen Original Cat's 75/100. 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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Orijen Original Cat vs its best alternative

CriterionOrijen Original CatOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 75/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceEA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyBA
Species fitCA
Crude protein4%40%
Protein (dry matter)4.4%44.4%
Estimated carbs78%19%
First ingredientFresh chickenFresh chicken

Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 4%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+19Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 4%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+17Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 4%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+15Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 4%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 4%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 37% crude protein vs 4%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 35% crude protein vs 4%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 4%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 28% crude protein vs 4%.

Other food types for cats

  1. #1AThriveProReward 100% Poulet90/100treats
  2. #2AApplawsNatural Tuna Fillet87/100wet food
  3. #3AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat86/100raw food
  4. #4ALily\'s KitchenTerrine au Saumon85/100wet food
  5. #5BTiki CatAloha Friends Tuna & Pumpkin84/100wet food
  6. #6BEdgard & CooperPâtée Chat Adulte Saumon84/100wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Orijen Original Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Orijen Original Cat's 75/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Orijen Original Cat?

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 Orijen Original Cat?

Orijen Original 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.