Purina ONE vs Purina Beyond
Purina ONE against Purina Beyond, measured across 22 and 9 kibble recipes: 28.3% vs 26.6% protein and 32% vs 35% starch, as fed.
Purina says Beyond pet food is no longer available (purina.com, checked October 22, 2026). The figures below are from the last labels we read.
Main Differences
- Purina ONE lists 22 kibble recipes and is on sale. Purina Beyond lists 9 kibble recipes; Purina says Beyond is no longer available (checked October 22, 2026).
- Purina ONE recipes average 28.3% protein as fed, Purina Beyond recipes average 26.6%. Fat levels are close, at 15.2% for Purina ONE and 15.9% for Purina Beyond.
- Purina ONE's estimated starch averages 31% as fed, ranging from 21% to 39%. Purina Beyond's estimated starch averages 35%, ranging from 30% to 40%.
- Purina ONE recipes average 371 kcal per cup, Purina Beyond recipes average 443 kcal per cup.
- Purina ONE is grain-free in 5% of its recipes, while Purina Beyond is grain-free in 33%. Purina ONE has 2 recipes made for Large Breed dogs; Purina Beyond lists none for Large Breed.
The Two Lines in Figures
Protein and fat:
| Measure | Purina ONE | Purina Beyond | Average kibble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kibble recipes compared | 22 | 9 | 1,747 in total |
| Protein, as fed | 28.3%25.0% to 32.0% | 26.6%24.0% to 30.0% | 27.2% |
| Fat, as fed | 15.2%8.0% to 18.0% | 15.9%14.0% to 18.0% | 14.3% |
| Starch, as fedEstimated, not measured. It is what is left of the guaranteed analysis once protein, fat, fiber and moisture are taken out, with ash assumed at 6%. That leftover is mostly starch but also carries sugars and the fiber a crude-fiber test misses, so read it as a close estimate rather than an exact figure. Measured as fed, the same basis as the bag. | 32%21% to 39% | 35%30% to 40% | 37% |
| Calories per cup | 371280 to 438 | 443411 to 469 | 398 |
| Grain-free recipes | 5% | 33% | |
| Life stages | Adult 19, Puppy 3 | Adult 8, Puppy 1 | |
| Breed sizes | All Breeds 21, Large Breed 2, Small Breed 1 | All Breeds 9, Small Breed 3 | |
| Price per pound, estimate | $1.81/lbEstimate, median of 20 of 22 recipesRecipes run $1.37 to $2.58Prices checked Sep 28, 2026 to Oct 25, 2026 | Price not availablePurina says Beyond pet food is no longer available (purina.com, checked October 22, 2026). | |
| FDA recalls, last 5 years | None | None1 older, not counted |
Line figures are averages over every kibble recipe we review from that line, with the lowest and highest recipe underneath. Wet food, toppers and prescription diets are left out so the numbers compare like with like. Everything is as fed, the way the bag prints it; the switch above the table shows protein and fat on a dry matter basis instead. Why we use as fed. The price per pound is an estimate: the median of each recipe's lowest price per pound across the bag sizes and US retailers our price checks found, so a single bag can cost more or less. Shelf prices change often.
Top Recipes in Each Line
Purina ONE
Best seller of the line on Amazon
Purina One SmartBlend Adult Dog Lamb & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food
Protein 26%
Fat 16%
Starch 37% 380 kcal/cup
Most protein in the line, 32.0% as fed
Purina ONE True Instinct Muscle Support Beef Dry Dog Food
Protein 32%
Fat 9%
Starch 36% 280 kcal/cup
Least starch in the line, about 21%
Purina One True Instinct with a Blend of Real Turkey & Venison Dry Dog Food
Protein 30%
Fat 17%
Starch 21% 365 kcal/cup
Who Each Line Suits
Purina ONE
- Owners wanting the most recipe choice, since Purina ONE offers 22 kibble formulas.
- Owners of large breed dogs, since Purina ONE has 2 recipes made for Large Breed dogs.
- Owners tracking cost, since Purina ONE has an estimated median price of $1.81 per pound.
Purina Beyond
- Owners who wanted a grain-free kibble, since Purina Beyond was grain-free in 33% of its recipes.
- Owners of small dogs, since Purina Beyond listed 3 recipes made for Small Breed dogs.
Every Purina Line
| Line | Kibble recipes | Protein | Fat | Starch | Kcal / cup | Grain-free | Price / lb, est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Plan | 49 | 28.0% | 15.3% | 35% | 429 | 0% | $2.28 |
| Purina ONE | 22 | 28.3% | 15.2% | 32% | 371 | 5% | $1.81 |
| Beneful | 9 | 25.0% | 12.4% | 40% | 359 | 11% | $1.13 |
| Beyond | 9 | 26.6% | 15.9% | 35% | 443 | 33% | Not available |
| Dog Chow | 9 | 23.8% | 11.3% | 41% | 412 | 0% | $0.79 |
| Puppy Chow | 3 | 27.5% | 11.3% | 38% | 403 | 0% | $0.91 |
| Alpo | 2 | 18.0% | 8.5% | 50% | 378 | 0% | $0.58 |
| Bella | 2 | 26.0% | 15.5% | 37% | 351 | 0% | Not available |
| Veterinary diets | 1 prescription recipe, fed for a medical condition on a vet's advice. Not compared. | ||||||
Averages over each line's kibble we review, as fed. Lines with only a few recipes swing more on one bag. Price per pound is the same estimate as above.
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How we compare: every figure comes from the guaranteed analysis and ingredient list of recipes we review, not from the brand's own claims. Starch is our estimate, since no manufacturer prints it. The written comparison is drafted from these figures, and every number in it is checked against them. Figures refreshed October 25, 2026.
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