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Applaws Kitten

dry food · cats · 90/100 · Excellent

Looking for an alternative to Applaws Kitten? 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 Applaws Kitten in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Applaws Kitten's 90/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon. 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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Applaws Kitten vs its best alternative

CriterionApplaws KittenOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeA 90/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceAA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyAA
Species fitAA
Crude protein38%40%
Protein (dry matter)40.9%44.4%
Estimated carbs24%19%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Higher overall score ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.

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

2 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+4Higher overall score ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+2Higher overall score ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-1.30€
  2. #2ABritCare Kitten Chicken7.00€/kg-0.80€
  3. #3BUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Poulet6.20€/kg-1.60€
  4. #4BNatureaNaturals Adult Chat Poulet7.50€/kg-0.30€
  5. #5BBritCare Sterilised Poulet6.80€/kg-1.00€
  6. #6BJames WellbelovedAdult Cat Turkey7.50€/kg-0.30€

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 Applaws Kitten?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Applaws Kitten's 90/100, among dry food for cats. 2 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Applaws Kitten?

Yes: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chat Adulte Saumon 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 Applaws Kitten?

Applaws Kitten scores 90/100 (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.