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Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat

dry food · cats · 86/100 · Excellent

Looking for an alternative to Carnilove Fresh Chicken 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 Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat's 86/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Applaws 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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Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat vs its best alternative

CriterionCarnilove Fresh Chicken CatOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeA 86/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceAA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitAA
Crude protein36%40%
Protein (dry matter)39.1%44.4%
Estimated carbs29%19%
First ingredientFresh chickenFresh chicken

Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 36%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+8Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 36%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+6Wins on ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 36%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+4Wins on ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 36%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+3Wins on ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 36%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+2Higher overall score ; 37% crude protein vs 36%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+2Higher overall score.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+2Wins on ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 36%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+1Wins on ingredient transparency.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-0.70€
  2. #2AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-2.00€
  3. #3ABritCare Kitten Chicken7.00€/kg-1.50€
  4. #4BUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Poulet6.20€/kg-2.30€
  5. #5BNatureaNaturals Adult Chat Poulet7.50€/kg-1.00€
  6. #6BBritCare Sterilised Poulet6.80€/kg-1.70€

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 Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat's 86/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat?

Yes: Applaws 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 Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat?

Carnilove Fresh Chicken Cat scores 86/100 (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.