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Royal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet Cat

dry food · cats · 73/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet Cat? 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 Renal Veterinary Diet Cat in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet Cat's 73/100. 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 Renal Veterinary Diet Cat vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet CatOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 73/100A 94/100
Protein qualityBA
Nutritional balanceAA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitAA
Crude protein23%40%
Protein (dry matter)24.3%44.4%
Estimated carbs44%19%
First ingredientRiceplant fillerFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 23%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+21Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 23%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+19Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 40% crude protein vs 23%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+17Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 23%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+16Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 23%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+15Wins on protein quality ; 37% crude protein vs 23%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+15Wins on protein quality ; 35% crude protein vs 23%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+15Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 37% crude protein vs 23%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+14Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 28% crude protein vs 23%.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten9.10€/kg-7.90€
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat13.00€/kg-4.00€
  3. #3AApplawsKitten7.80€/kg-9.20€
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten12.50€/kg-4.50€
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat12.50€/kg-4.50€
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon6.50€/kg-10.50€

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 Renal Veterinary Diet Cat?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet Cat's 73/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet Cat?

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 Renal Veterinary Diet Cat?

Royal Canin Renal Veterinary Diet Cat scores 73/100 (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.