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? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 68%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 71%
? 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 34%
? 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 66%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 76%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 47%
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
Brand Overview
Natural Balance formulates premium pet food and treats. The company offers a wide range of products for dogs and cats including wet and dry food in a variety of flavors. A few Natural Balance recipes are grain free.
How Much Does Natural Balance Cat Food Cost
We’ve compared Natural Balance cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.
Natural Balance Dry Cat Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$4.43
$4.85
-9%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.28
$0.36
-23%
Price per day
$0.17
$0.22
-23%
Natural Balance Dry Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.
Natural Balance Wet Cat Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.50
$0.57
-12%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.94
$2.09
-7%
Price per day
$1.16
$1.25
-7%
Natural Balance Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.
Natural Balance Wet Kitten Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.39
$0.50
-22%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.06
$1.68
-37%
Price per day
$0.64
$1.01
-37%
Natural Balance Wet Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.
Natural Balance Dry Kitten Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$3.93
$5.11
-23%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.23
$0.29
-20%
Price per day
$0.14
$0.17
-18%
Natural Balance Dry Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.
Natural Balance Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Natural Balance cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.
Dry Cat Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
35.96%
38.63%
-7%
DM Fat
14.22%
16.64%
-15%
DM Fiber
5.85%
5.22%
+12%
DM Carb
43.97%
38.21%
+15%
Wet Cat Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
48.52%
53.21%
-9%
DM Fat
18.77%
17.63%
+6%
DM Fiber
6.97%
6.56%
+6%
DM Carb
25.74%
14.04%
+83%
Wet Kitten Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
45.45%
50.77%
-10%
DM Fat
43.18%
24.53%
+76%
DM Fiber
9.09%
6.79%
+34%
DM Carb
2.27%
10.56%
-79%
Dry Kitten Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
42.22%
40.93%
+3%
DM Fat
22.22%
20.41%
+9%
DM Fiber
3.33%
4.05%
-18%
DM Carb
32.22%
32.98%
-2%
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Natural Balance Cat Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Natural Balance has been recalled 4 times in the years 2010, 2012, 2020, and 2021.
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