Alternatives to

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Royal Canin Appetite Control Care

dry food · cats · 78/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Appetite Control Care? 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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Appetite Control Care's 78/100. 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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Royal Canin Appetite Control Care vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin Appetite Control CareOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 78/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceCA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitBA
Crude protein34%40%
Protein (dry matter)37%44.4%
Estimated carbs28%19%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 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+16Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 35% crude protein vs 34%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten9.10€/kg-2.90€
  2. #2AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-4.20€
  3. #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-5.50€
  4. #4AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet Adult Cat10.50€/kg-1.50€
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken Cat8.50€/kg-3.50€
  6. #6ABritCare Kitten Chicken7.00€/kg-5.00€

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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care?

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

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Appetite Control Care?

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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care?

Royal Canin Appetite Control Care 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.