Alternatives to
Royal Canin Maxi Junior
Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Junior? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Junior in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Maxi Junior's 62/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Adulte Poulet. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Royal Canin Maxi Junior vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Royal Canin Maxi Junior | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | C 62/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | C | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | B | A |
| Ingredient transparency | D | A |
| Species fit | A | A |
| Crude protein | 30% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 33.1% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 35% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+30Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+28Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 33% crude protein vs 30%.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+28Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+27Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+26Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+26Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+26Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 32% crude protein vs 30%.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Poulet5.50€/kg-0.30€
- #2BBritFresh Chicken Puppy5.50€/kg-0.30€
- #3BEukanubaPuppy Medium Breed5.50€/kg-0.30€
- #4BEukanubaSenior Large Breed5.50€/kg-0.30€
- #5BPurina OneJunior Chien Poulet5.00€/kg-0.80€
- #6BPurinaProplan Medium Adult Poulet5.50€/kg-0.30€
Other food types for dogs
- #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
- #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
- #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
- #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
- #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
- #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Junior?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Maxi Junior's 62/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Junior?
Yes: Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Adulte Poulet costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, dogs). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.
Why switch from Royal Canin Maxi Junior?
Royal Canin Maxi Junior scores 62/100 (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.
