Alternatives to

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Purina Grain free

dry food · cats · 78/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Purina Grain free? 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 Purina Grain free in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Purina Grain free's 78/100. 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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Purina Grain free vs its best alternative

CriterionPurina Grain freeOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 78/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitCA
Crude protein30%40%
Protein (dry matter)33%44.4%
Estimated carbs35%19%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+16Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+9Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit.

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 Purina Grain free?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Purina Grain free's 78/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Purina Grain free?

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 Purina Grain free?

Purina Grain free scores 78/100 (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.