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Whiskas Senior 7+

dry food · cats · 43/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to Whiskas Senior 7+? 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 Whiskas Senior 7+ in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Whiskas Senior 7+'s 43/100. 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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Whiskas Senior 7+ vs its best alternative

Criterion Whiskas Senior 7+ Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall grade D 43/100 A 94/100
Protein quality D A
Nutritional balance D A
Few undesirables C A
Ingredient transparency E A
Species fit B A
Crude protein30%40%
Protein (dry matter)32.6%44.4%
Estimated carbs43%19%
First ingredient Cornplant filler Fresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 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 +51 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2 A Orijen Six Fish Cat 92/100 +49 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3 A Applaws Kitten 90/100 +47 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4 A Acana First Feast Kitten 89/100 +46 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5 A Acana Homestead Harvest Cat 88/100 +45 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6 A Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 88/100 +45 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7 A Acana Indoor Entrée Cat 88/100 +45 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  8. #8 A Ziggy Croquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon 87/100 +44 Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1 B Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat 2.00€/kg -1.50€
  2. #2 B Kitekat Boeuf Legumes Cat 2.00€/kg -1.50€
  3. #3 C Friskies Vitafit Senior Chat 3.00€/kg -0.50€
  4. #4 D Whiskas Adult Poulet 3.20€/kg -0.30€
  5. #5 D Friskies Vitafit Junior 3.20€/kg -0.30€
  6. #6 D Whiskas Adult Boeuf 3.20€/kg -0.30€

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 Whiskas Senior 7+?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Whiskas Senior 7+'s 43/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Whiskas Senior 7+?

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 Whiskas Senior 7+?

Whiskas Senior 7+ scores 43/100 (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.