Alternatives to
Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care
Looking for an alternative to Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care's 72/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 72/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | B | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | C | A |
| Species fit | A | A |
| Crude protein | 25% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 27.2% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 44% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+21Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+20Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+18Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 33% crude protein vs 25%.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+18Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+17Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 25%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+16Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+16Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+16Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 32% crude protein vs 25%.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Junior Poulet5.80€/kg-0.40€
- #2ANatureaNaturals Adult Poulet5.80€/kg-0.40€
- #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Poulet5.50€/kg-0.70€
- #4BUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Saumon5.80€/kg-0.40€
- #5BBritFresh Chicken Puppy5.50€/kg-0.70€
- #6BEukanubaPuppy Medium Breed5.50€/kg-0.70€
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 Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care's 72/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care?
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 Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care?
Hill's Science Plan Medium Adult Optimal Care scores 72/100 (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.
