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9Lives Plus Care

dry food · cats · 52/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to 9Lives Plus Care? 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 9Lives Plus Care in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus 9Lives Plus Care's 52/100. 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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9Lives Plus Care vs its best alternative

Criterion9Lives Plus CareOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeD 52/100A 94/100
Protein qualityEA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesCA
Ingredient transparencyDA
Species fitCA
Crude protein30%40%
Protein (dry matter)33%44.4%
Estimated carbs41%19%
First ingredientCornplant fillerFresh 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. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+42Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+40Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+38Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+37Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+36Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+36Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+36Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+35Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.

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 9Lives Plus Care?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus 9Lives Plus Care's 52/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to 9Lives Plus Care?

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 9Lives Plus Care?

9Lives Plus Care scores 52/100 (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.