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Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior

dry food · cats · 77/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior? 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 Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior's 77/100. 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 Original Sénior vs its best alternative

Criterion Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall grade B 77/100 A 94/100
Protein quality A A
Nutritional balance B A
Few undesirables B A
Ingredient transparency C A
Species fit C A
Crude protein30%40%
Protein (dry matter)33%44.4%
Estimated carbs35%19%
First ingredient Salmon Fresh chicken

Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.

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 +17 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +15 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 +13 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 +12 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5 A Acana Homestead Harvest Cat 88/100 +11 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 88/100 +11 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 88/100 +11 Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  8. #8 A Ziggy Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon 87/100 +10 Wins on few undesirables and ingredient transparency.

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 Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior's 77/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior?

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 Original Sénior?

Purina Pro Plan Original Sénior scores 77/100 (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.