Alternatives to

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Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+

dry food · dogs · 63/100 · Average

Looking for an alternative to Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+ in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+'s 63/100. 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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Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+ vs its best alternative

Criterion Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+ Orijen Puppy
Overall grade C 63/100 A 93/100
Protein quality D A
Nutritional balance A A
Few undesirables B A
Ingredient transparency D A
Species fit B A
Crude protein37%38%
Protein (dry matter)40.7%43.2%
Estimated carbs26%18%
First ingredient Riceplant filler Fresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 37%.

Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1 A Orijen Puppy 93/100 +30 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 37%.
  2. #2 A Orijen Original Adult Poulet 92/100 +29 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 37%.
  3. #3 A Orijen Six Fish 91/100 +28 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 37%.
  4. #4 A Acana Wild Prairie Recipe 90/100 +27 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
  5. #5 A Carnilove Fresh Chicken & Rabbit 89/100 +26 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
  6. #6 A Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe 88/100 +25 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
  7. #7 A Edgard & Cooper Adult Poulet & Riz 88/100 +25 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
  8. #8 A Farmina N&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult 88/100 +25 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.

Other food types for dogs

  1. #1 A ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Beef Recipe 91/100 raw food
  2. #2 A Pure Pet Food Chicken Dinner Air-Dried 89/100 raw food
  3. #3 A Lily's Kitchen Terrine Grain-Free 87/100 wet food
  4. #4 A Atavik Pâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon 86/100 wet food
  5. #5 A Lily's Kitchen Cottage Pie with Beef 86/100 wet food
  6. #6 A Atavik Pâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet 85/100 wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+?

In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+'s 63/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+?

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 Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+?

Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+ scores 63/100 (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.