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Purina ONE Cat Food Review

Company HQ

LocationSt. Louis, Missouri us-flag

Parent company

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationUnited States us-flag

Type of food

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

Ratings

63%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 74%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 64%
? 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 39%
? 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 80%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 78%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 45%
Pros
  • High protein content
  • Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
  • Affordable
  • Purina ONE 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
  • The brand has been previously recalled
  • Some recipes list unnamed meat by-products

Brand Overview

Purina ONE is a brand that focuses on meeting the needs of dogs, with wet food and dry food in different flavors on offer. Purina ONE also offers dog dental chews, treats, and supplements.

How Much Does Purina ONE Cat Food Cost

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

Purina ONE Dry Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$2.47$4.82-49%
Price per 100 kcal$0.14$0.39-63%
Price per day$0.09$0.24-63%

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

Purina ONE Dry Kitten Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$2.48$5.06-51%
Price per 100 kcal$0.14$0.29-51%
Price per day$0.08$0.17-53%

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

Purina ONE Wet Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.41$0.57-28%
Price per 100 kcal$1.60$2.41-33%
Price per day$0.96$1.44-33%

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

Purina ONE Wet Senior Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.53$0.51+4%
Price per 100 kcal$1.75$1.85-5%
Price per day$1.05$1.11-5%

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

Purina ONE Wet Kitten Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.37$0.50-26%
Price per 100 kcal$1.04$1.68-38%
Price per day$0.63$1.01-38%

Purina ONE Wet Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina ONE Dry Senior Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$2.22$4.77-53%
Price per 100 kcal$0.14$0.38-63%
Price per day$0.08$0.23-65%

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

Purina ONE Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Purina ONE 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 40.81% 38.63% +6%
DM Fat 13.85% 16.64% -17%
DM Fiber 3.84% 5.22% -26%
DM Carb 40.64% 38.21% +6%

Dry Kitten Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 45.45% 40.93% +11%
DM Fat 20.45% 20.41% +0%
DM Fiber 2.84% 4.05% -30%
DM Carb 31.25% 32.98% -5%

Wet Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 53.67% 53.21% +1%
DM Fat 15.03% 17.63% -15%
DM Fiber 7.11% 6.56% +8%
DM Carb 9.19% 14.04% -35%

Wet Senior Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 47.73% 44.39% +8%
DM Fat 21.03% 19.25% +9%
DM Fiber 10.23% 9.30% +10%
DM Carb 5.57% 20.67% -73%

Wet Kitten Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 46.81% 50.77% -8%
DM Fat 27.66% 24.53% +13%
DM Fiber 6.38% 6.79% -6%
DM Carb 4.68% 10.56% -56%

Dry Senior Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 40.91% 35.40% +16%
DM Fat 14.77% 15.92% -7%
DM Fiber 5.63% 6.55% -14%
DM Carb 38.69% 40.66% -5%

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

Recall History

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

Purina One - Dry Cat Food (07/29/2011) -+
Date:07/29/2011
Company Name:Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Product Description:Dry Cat Food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Purina One - Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken and Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food (08/30/2013) -+
Date:08/30/2013
Company Name:Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Product Description:Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken and Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food
Recall Reason:Salmonella

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FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns Purina ONE cat food?

Purina ONE is owned by Nestlé Purina PetCare Company.

faq-item-image Where is Purina ONE cat food made?

Purina ONE is manufactured in the United States us-flag.

faq-item-image Is Purina ONE AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Purina ONE recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has Purina ONE cat food been recalled?

Purina ONE has been recalled 2 times in the years 2011, and 2013.

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3 thoughts on “Purina ONE Cat Food Review

  • Lizzette Oliverad

    I need more information about purina one, select blends chicken flavor dry food, with morsels. Thank you

  • Lizzette Oliverad

    Its a good product, but my cats like more pkrina pro plan, and fancy feast

  • Jody

    Why did Purina quit making the Purina One Chicken and Rice formula. Tender selects is the closest but my cats won’t eat the tender selects.

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