Alternatives to

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Whiskas Adult Saumon

dry food · cats · 43/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to Whiskas Adult Saumon? 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 Whiskas Adult Saumon in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Whiskas Adult Saumon's 43/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat. 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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Whiskas Adult Saumon vs its best alternative

CriterionWhiskas Adult SaumonOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeD 43/100A 94/100
Protein qualityDA
Nutritional balanceDA
Few undesirablesCA
Ingredient transparencyEA
Species fitBA
Crude protein30%40%
Protein (dry matter)32.6%44.4%
Estimated carbs42%19%
First ingredientCornplant fillerFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+51Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+49Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+47Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+46Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+45Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+45Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+45Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+44Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1BKitekatSaumon Legumes Cat2.00€/kg-1.20€
  2. #2BKitekatBoeuf Legumes Cat2.00€/kg-1.20€
  3. #3CFriskiesVitafit Senior Chat3.00€/kg-0.20€
  4. #4DFriskiesVitafit Adult Sélection2.80€/kg-0.40€
  5. #5DFriskiesVitafit Saumon2.80€/kg-0.40€
  6. #6DFriskiesVitafit Sterilise3.00€/kg-0.20€

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 Whiskas Adult Saumon?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Whiskas Adult Saumon's 43/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Whiskas Adult Saumon?

Yes: Kitekat Saumon Legumes Cat 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 Whiskas Adult Saumon?

Whiskas Adult Saumon scores 43/100 (D) 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.