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Acana Homestead Harvest Cat

dry food · cats · 88/100 · Excellent

Looking for an alternative to Acana Homestead Harvest 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 Acana Homestead Harvest Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Acana Homestead Harvest Cat's 88/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Orijen Cat & Kitten. 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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Acana Homestead Harvest Cat vs its best alternative

CriterionAcana Homestead Harvest CatOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeA 88/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceAA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitAA
Crude protein37%40%
Protein (dry matter)41.1%44.4%
Estimated carbs25%19%
First ingredientFresh chickenFresh chicken

Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 37%.

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

4 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+6Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 37%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+4Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 37%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+2Wins on ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 37%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+1Wins on ingredient transparency.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten9.10€/kg-3.40€
  2. #2AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-4.70€
  3. #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-6.00€
  4. #4AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat12.00€/kg-0.50€
  5. #5AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet Adult Cat10.50€/kg-2.00€
  6. #6ACarniloveFresh Chicken Cat8.50€/kg-4.00€

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 Acana Homestead Harvest Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Acana Homestead Harvest Cat's 88/100, among dry food for cats. 4 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Acana Homestead Harvest Cat?

Yes: Orijen Cat & Kitten 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 Acana Homestead Harvest Cat?

Acana Homestead Harvest Cat scores 88/100 (A) 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.