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Hill's Hairball Control Cat

dry food · cats · 75/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Hill's Hairball Control 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 Hill's Hairball Control Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Hill's Hairball Control Cat's 75/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Orijen Cat & 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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Hill's Hairball Control Cat vs its best alternative

CriterionHill's Hairball Control CatOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 75/100A 94/100
Protein qualityBA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyDA
Species fitCA
Crude protein31%40%
Protein (dry matter)34.1%44.4%
Estimated carbs36%19%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 31%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+19Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 31%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+17Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 31%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+15Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 31%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 31%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+13Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 31%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+13Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 31%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+13Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 31%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+12Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten9.10€/kg-0.90€
  2. #2AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-2.20€
  3. #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-3.50€
  4. #4ACarniloveFresh Chicken Cat8.50€/kg-1.50€
  5. #5ABritCare Kitten Chicken7.00€/kg-3.00€
  6. #6AEdgard & CooperChat Adulte Poulet Frais9.00€/kg-1.00€

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 Hill's Hairball Control Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Hill's Hairball Control Cat's 75/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Hill's Hairball Control Cat?

Yes: Orijen Cat & 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 Hill's Hairball Control Cat?

Hill's Hairball Control Cat scores 75/100 (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.