Alternatives to
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult
Looking for an alternative to Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult? 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 Life Protection Formula Adult in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult's 76/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Purina One Junior Chien Poulet. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 76/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | B | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | B | A |
| Species fit | A | A |
| Crude protein | 24% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 26.7% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 40% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 24%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+17Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 24%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+16Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 24%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 33% crude protein vs 24%.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 24%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+13Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 24%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+12Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 24%.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+12Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 24%.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+12Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 32% crude protein vs 24%.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1BPurina OneJunior Chien Poulet5.00€/kg-0.50€
- #2BBritCare Puppy Lamb Rice5.00€/kg-0.50€
- #3BIamsPuppy Small Medium Dog5.00€/kg-0.50€
- #4BBenefulPlayful Life Dog3.00€/kg-2.50€
- #5BEukanubaAdult Small Breed5.00€/kg-0.50€
- #6BBritCare Senior Dog Lamb Rice5.00€/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 Life Protection Formula Adult?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult's 76/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult?
Yes: Purina One Junior Chien 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 Life Protection Formula Adult?
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Adult scores 76/100 (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.
