10 Best Dry Foods for Indoor Cats 2025: According to Reviews | Chewy

The 10 Best Dry Foods for Indoor Cats

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How we created this dry food list

We leveraged input from our veterinarians and artificial intelligence to identify key considerations to help you find the best dry foods for indoor cat.
We scanned thousands of customer reviews and ratings and scored each product based on its performance against each of the key considerations. We then considered how popular a product is with Chewy customers and combined that with its key consideration scores to create the list of the best dry foods for indoor cats.

Key dry food considerations

Dental Health

Digestive Health

Hairball Control

Nutritional Content

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Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag

Hill's Science Diet Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food, 15.5-lb bag

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4,213
$60.99Chewy Price
($3.94/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.4/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.3/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.5/5
Great

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Adult

Top Ingredients

Chicken, Whole Grain Wheat, Corn Protein Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Chicken Fat

Special Diet

With Grain, Indoor

Food Flavor

Chicken, Poultry
2
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag

Purina Pro Plan Adult Indoor Hairball Management Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
1,538
$28.08Chewy Price
($4.02/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.4/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.6/5
Excellent

Hairball Control

4.5/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Salmon, Rice, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Meal, Wheat Flour

Special Diet

High-Protein, Weight Control, High Fiber, With Grain...

Food Flavor

Salmon, Seafood & Fish
3
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag

Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, 15-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
2,713
$67.99Chewy Price
($4.54/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.5/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.6/5
Excellent

Hairball Control

4.6/5
Excellent

Nutritional Content

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Adult

Top Ingredients

Chicken Meal, Corn, Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Wheat

Special Diet

With Grain, Indoor

Food Flavor

Chicken, Poultry
4
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag

Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Hairball Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 6-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
1,253
$42.99Chewy Price
($7.17/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.5/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.6/5
Excellent

Hairball Control

4.6/5
Excellent

Nutritional Content

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Adult

Top Ingredients

Chicken By-Product Meal, Corn, Brewers Rice, Rice Hulls, Corn Gluten Meal

Special Diet

Indoor, With Grain

Food Flavor

Chicken, Poultry
5
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag
Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag

Hill's Science Diet Indoor Kitten Dry Cat Food, 7-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
1,308
$34.99Chewy Price
($5.00/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.5/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.5/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Kitten

Top Ingredients

Chicken, Brown Rice, Wheat Gluten, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Fat

Special Diet

With Grain, Indoor

Food Flavor

Chicken, Poultry
6
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag

Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
729
$39.58Chewy Price
($7.20/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.5/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.6/5
Excellent

Nutritional Content

4.4/5
Great

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Turkey, Rice, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Meal, Wheat Flour

Special Diet

Natural, High-Protein, Weight Control, Indoor

Food Flavor

Turkey, Poultry
7
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag

Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Weight Care Adult Dry Cat Food, 14-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
975
$79.99Chewy Price
($5.72/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.5/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.4/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.5/5
Great

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Adult

Top Ingredients

Chicken meal, pea fiber, wheat gluten, corn, corn gluten meal

Special Diet

High-Protein, Indoor, Weight Control, With Grain

Food Flavor

Chicken, Poultry
8
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24
Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24

Purina Pro Plan Indoor Balance Chicken, Salmon, Whitefish & Tuna Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
394
$44.64Chewy Price
($0.62/oz)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.4/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.4/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Chicken: Water, Chicken, Wheat Gluten, Meat By-Products, Salmon

Special Diet

High-Protein, Indoor

Food Flavor

Flavor Variety, Poultry, Seafood & Fish, Chicken...
9
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24

Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 24

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
715
$52.56Chewy Price
($0.73/oz)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.5/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.5/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.5/5
Great

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Adult

Top Ingredients

Water Sufficient For Processing, Chicken By-Products, Pork By-Products, Chicken Liver, Pork Liver

Special Diet

Indoor

Food Flavor

Beef, Meat
10
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag
Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag

Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
561
$39.58Chewy Price
($7.20/lb)
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Our ratings

Dental Health

4.4/5
Great

Digestive Health

4.5/5
Great

Hairball Control

4.5/5
Great

Nutritional Content

4.4/5
Great

Is this dry food right for my pet?

Lifestage

Senior

Top Ingredients

Chicken, Poultry By-Product Meal, Corn Protein Meal, Rice, Cassava Root Flour

Special Diet

Indoor, Weight Control, With Grain

Food Flavor

Chicken, Poultry

Frequently Asked Questions about Dry Foods for Indoor Cats

What should I feed my indoor cat?

You should feed your indoor cat a high-quality wet or dry cat food that meets her nutritional needs and taste preferences. Most vets recommend a cat food that contains high levels of quality animal protein and low carbohydrates for optimal nutrition. Luckily, you can find both wet and dry indoor cat food formulas made specifically for the needs of indoor cats. These formulas are usually formulated with lower calories to help less active cats maintain a healthy weight. Many also contain added fiber to help prevent hairballs in indoor cats.

How are dry foods for indoor cats different?

Dry foods for indoor cats are different from regular dry food formulas in that they usually contain fewer calories. Many also contain extra fiber to help prevent hairballs. However, cat food formulas vary widely, and many regular dry cat foods can be a good choice for indoor cats, too. Talk to your vet about the best diet for your indoor cat and ask whether an indoor dry formula might be a good choice.

Can an indoor dry cat food help my cat lose weight?

An indoor dry cat food may help your cat lose weight if it is lower in calories and high in protein to provide adequate nutrition and a feeling of satiety. Lower carbohydrates and healthy fiber in the formula can be helpful for weight loss, as well. However, indoor dry cat food alone may not be enough to help your cat lose weight. You also need to consider portion size, feeding frequency and the activity level of your cat. Consult your veterinarian to determine good strategies for weight loss and come up with a tailored plan.