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Royal Canin Indoor 27

dry food · cats · 57/100 · Average

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Indoor 27? 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 Indoor 27 in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Indoor 27's 57/100. 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 Indoor 27 vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin Indoor 27Orijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeC 57/100A 94/100
Protein qualityCA
Nutritional balanceCA
Few undesirablesBA
Ingredient transparencyDA
Species fitAA
Crude protein27%40%
Protein (dry matter)28.6%44.4%
Estimated carbs42%19%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 27%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+37Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 27%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+35Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 27%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+33Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 27%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+32Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 27%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 27%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 27%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 27%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+30Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 28% crude protein vs 27%.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten9.10€/kg-1.90€
  2. #2AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-3.20€
  3. #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-4.50€
  4. #4AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet Adult Cat10.50€/kg-0.50€
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken Cat8.50€/kg-2.50€
  6. #6ABritCare Kitten Chicken7.00€/kg-4.00€

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 Indoor 27?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Indoor 27's 57/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Indoor 27?

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 Indoor 27?

Royal Canin Indoor 27 scores 57/100 (C) 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.