Alternatives to

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Royal Canin British Shorthair Adult

dry food · cats · 80/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin British Shorthair Adult? 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 British Shorthair Adult in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin British Shorthair Adult's 80/100. 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 British Shorthair Adult vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin British Shorthair AdultOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 80/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitBA
Crude protein34%40%
Protein (dry matter)37%44.4%
Estimated carbs31%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+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 34%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+8Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+8Wins on nutritional balance and species fit ; 35% crude protein vs 34%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+8Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 34%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+7Wins on ingredient transparency.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten9.10€/kg-4.40€
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat13.00€/kg-0.50€
  3. #3AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-5.70€
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten12.50€/kg-1.00€
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat12.50€/kg-1.00€
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-7.00€

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 British Shorthair Adult?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Royal Canin British Shorthair Adult's 80/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin British Shorthair Adult?

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 British Shorthair Adult?

Royal Canin British Shorthair Adult scores 80/100 (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.