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Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi

dry food · cats · 51/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi? 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 Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi's 51/100. 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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Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi vs its best alternative

CriterionNestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxiOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeD 51/100A 94/100
Protein qualityEA
Nutritional balanceCA
Few undesirablesCA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitBA
Crude protein?%40%
Protein (dry matter)?44.4%
Estimated carbs?19%
First ingredientAnimal by-productsFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+43Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+41Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+39Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+38Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+37Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+37Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+37Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+36Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

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 Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi's 51/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi?

Cheaper-per-kg options for the same use are listed in the dedicated section on this page whenever our database has them.

Why switch from Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi?

Nestlé, Friskies, Purina Vitafit maxi scores 51/100 (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.