Alternatives to

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Friskies Vitafit Junior

dry food · cats · 44/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to Friskies Vitafit Junior? 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 Friskies Vitafit Junior in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Friskies Vitafit Junior's 44/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat. 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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Friskies Vitafit Junior vs its best alternative

CriterionFriskies Vitafit JuniorOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeD 44/100A 94/100
Protein qualityCA
Nutritional balanceDA
Few undesirablesCA
Ingredient transparencyEA
Species fitBA
Crude protein33%40%
Protein (dry matter)37.5%44.4%
Estimated carbs32%19%
First ingredientCornplant fillerFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 33%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+50Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 33%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+48Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 33%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+46Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 33%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+45Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 33%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+44Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 33%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+44Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 33%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+44Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 33%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+43Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1BKitekatSaumon Legumes Cat2.00€/kg-1.20€
  2. #2BKitekatBoeuf Legumes Cat2.00€/kg-1.20€
  3. #3CFriskiesVitafit Senior Chat3.00€/kg-0.20€
  4. #4DFriskiesVitafit Adult Sélection2.80€/kg-0.40€
  5. #5DFriskiesVitafit Saumon2.80€/kg-0.40€
  6. #6DFriskiesVitafit Sterilise3.00€/kg-0.20€

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 Friskies Vitafit Junior?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Friskies Vitafit Junior's 44/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Friskies Vitafit Junior?

Yes: Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat 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 Friskies Vitafit Junior?

Friskies Vitafit Junior scores 44/100 (D) 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.