Alternatives to

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Ultima Nature adult

dry food · cats · 84/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Ultima Nature 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 Ultima Nature adult in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Ultima Nature adult's 84/100. 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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Ultima Nature adult vs its best alternative

CriterionUltima Nature adultOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 84/100A 94/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceAA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyBA
Species fitBA
Crude protein38%40%
Protein (dry matter)41.8%44.4%
Estimated carbs28%19%
First ingredientSalmonFresh chicken

Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+10Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+8Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit ; 40% crude protein vs 38%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+6Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+5Wins on ingredient transparency.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+4Wins on species fit.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+4Wins on species fit.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+4Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+3Higher overall score.

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 Ultima Nature adult?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Ultima Nature adult's 84/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Ultima Nature adult?

Cheaper-per-kg options for the same use are listed in the dedicated section on this page whenever our database has them.

Why switch from Ultima Nature adult?

Ultima Nature adult scores 84/100 (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.