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Royal Canin Maxi Adult

dry food · dogs · 57/100 · Average

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Adult? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Adult in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Maxi Adult's 57/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Iams Puppy Small Medium Dog. 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 Maxi Adult vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin Maxi AdultOrijen Puppy
Overall gradeC 57/100A 93/100
Protein qualityCA
Nutritional balanceCA
Few undesirablesBA
Ingredient transparencyDA
Species fitAA
Crude protein26%38%
Protein (dry matter)28.7%43.2%
Estimated carbs42%18%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.

Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+36Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+35Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish91/100+34Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+33Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 33% crude protein vs 26%.
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+32Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 26%.
  6. #6ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 32% crude protein vs 26%.
  7. #7AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz88/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 26%.
  8. #8AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 26%.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1BIamsPuppy Small Medium Dog5.00€/kg-0.20€
  2. #2BBritCare Puppy Lamb Rice5.00€/kg-0.20€
  3. #3BPurina OneJunior Chien Poulet5.00€/kg-0.20€
  4. #4BEukanubaAdult Small Breed5.00€/kg-0.20€
  5. #5BBritCare Senior Dog Lamb Rice5.00€/kg-0.20€
  6. #6BBenefulPlayful Life Dog3.00€/kg-2.20€

Other food types for dogs

  1. #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
  2. #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
  3. #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
  4. #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
  5. #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
  6. #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Adult?

In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Maxi Adult's 57/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Maxi Adult?

Yes: Iams Puppy Small Medium Dog 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 Adult?

Royal Canin Maxi Adult 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.