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Iams Cat Food Review

Company HQ

LocationMcLean, Virginia us-flag

Parent company

Mars Petcare US

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationUnited States us-flag

Type of food

Dry Cat Food, Wet Cat Food, Wet Senior Cat Food, Wet Kitten Food, Dry Kitten Food, Dry Senior Cat Food

Ratings

56%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 62%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 66%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 10%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 77%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 79%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 44%
Pros
  • Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
  • Affordable
  • Iams makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
  • All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
  • Some recipes contain plant-based protein
  • Lower than average protein content
  • The brand has been previously recalled
  • Some recipes list unnamed meat by-products

Brand Overview

Iams is a premium brand that produces pet food for dogs and cats. Their canine product line includes options for different-size dogs and all life stages, as well as breed-specific food for dogs. Iams cat food comes in different formulas for all life stages, as well as for cats with specific needs.

How Much Does Iams Cat Food Cost

We’ve compared Iams cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Iams Dry Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$2.80$4.82-42%
Price per 100 kcal$0.17$0.39-57%
Price per day$0.10$0.24-58%

Iams Dry Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Iams Wet Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.51$0.57-11%
Price per 100 kcal$1.76$2.41-27%
Price per day$1.06$1.44-26%

Iams Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Iams Wet Senior Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.42$0.51-18%
Price per 100 kcal$1.52$1.85-18%
Price per day$0.91$1.11-18%

Iams Wet Senior Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Iams Wet Kitten Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.53$0.50+6%
Price per 100 kcal$1.84$1.68+9%
Price per day$1.10$1.01+9%

Iams Wet Kitten Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.

Iams Dry Kitten Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$2.66$5.06-47%
Price per 100 kcal$0.15$0.29-49%
Price per day$0.09$0.17-47%

Iams Dry Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Iams Dry Senior Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$2.36$4.77-51%
Price per 100 kcal$0.14$0.38-63%
Price per day$0.08$0.23-65%

Iams Dry Senior Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Iams Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Iams cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Dry Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 37.11% 38.63% -4%
DM Fat 16.67% 16.64% +0%
DM Fiber 4.92% 5.22% -6%
DM Carb 41.29% 38.21% +8%

Wet Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 45.87% 53.21% -14%
DM Fat 21.62% 17.63% +23%
DM Fiber 4.88% 6.56% -26%
DM Carb 9.91% 14.04% -29%

Wet Senior Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 50.00% 44.39% +13%
DM Fat 21.05% 19.25% +9%
DM Fiber 5.26% 9.30% -43%
DM Carb 5.26% 20.67% -75%

Wet Kitten Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 47.48% 50.77% -6%
DM Fat 22.18% 24.53% -10%
DM Fiber 4.98% 6.79% -27%
DM Carb 6.82% 10.56% -35%

Dry Kitten Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 36.67% 40.93% -10%
DM Fat 23.33% 20.41% +14%
DM Fiber 3.33% 4.05% -18%
DM Carb 36.67% 32.98% +11%

Dry Senior Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 37.78% 35.40% +7%
DM Fat 18.89% 15.92% +19%
DM Fiber 3.33% 6.55% -49%
DM Carb 40.00% 40.66% -2%

All of Iams cat food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Iams Cat Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Iams - Canned cat food (06/09/2010) -+
Date:06/09/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Canned cat food
Recall Reason:Low thiamine levels
Iams - Cat food (07/25/2010) -+
Date:07/25/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Cat food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Iams - Dry cat food (08/31/2010) -+
Date:08/31/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dry cat food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Iams - Dry dog food (12/06/2011) -+
Date:12/06/2011
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dry dog food
Recall Reason:Aflatoxin
Iams - Dog treats (03/22/2013) -+
Date:03/22/2013
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dog treats
Recall Reason:Potential for mold
Iams - Dog and Cat foods - Dry (08/14/2013) -+
Date:08/14/2013
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dog and Cat foods - Dry
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella

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FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns Iams cat food?

Iams is owned by Mars Petcare US.

faq-item-image Where is Iams cat food made?

Iams is manufactured in the United States us-flag.

faq-item-image Is Iams AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Iams recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has Iams cat food been recalled?

Iams has been recalled 6 times in the years 2010, 2011, and 2013.

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