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Hill's Vet Essentials Neutered Cat

dry food · cats · 73/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Hill's Vet Essentials Neutered 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 Vet Essentials Neutered Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Hill's Vet Essentials Neutered Cat's 73/100. 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 Vet Essentials Neutered Cat vs its best alternative

CriterionHill's Vet Essentials Neutered CatOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 73/100A 94/100
Protein qualityBA
Nutritional balanceCA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyDA
Species fitCA
Crude protein34%40%
Protein (dry matter)37.4%44.4%
Estimated carbs37%19%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+21Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+19Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+17Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+16Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+15Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+15Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 34%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+15Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

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 Vet Essentials Neutered Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Hill's Vet Essentials Neutered Cat's 73/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Hill's Vet Essentials Neutered 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 Vet Essentials Neutered Cat?

Hill's Vet Essentials Neutered Cat scores 73/100 (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.