Alternatives to
Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb
Looking for an alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb's 78/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 78/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | A | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | C | A |
| Species fit | B | A |
| Crude protein | 22% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 24.4% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 45% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Lamb | Fresh chicken |
Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+15Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 33% crude protein vs 22%.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 35% crude protein vs 22%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 22%.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 22%.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 32% crude protein vs 22%.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Junior Poulet5.80€/kg-0.20€
- #2ANatureaNaturals Adult Poulet5.80€/kg-0.20€
- #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Poulet5.50€/kg-0.50€
- #4BUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Saumon5.80€/kg-0.20€
- #5BBritFresh Chicken Puppy5.50€/kg-0.50€
- #6BEukanubaPuppy Medium Breed5.50€/kg-0.50€
Other food types for dogs
- #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
- #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
- #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
- #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
- #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
- #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb's 78/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb?
Yes: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, dogs). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.
Why switch from Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb?
Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Lamb scores 78/100 (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.
