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Instinct vs Pedigree

Same rubric. Same nine components. Same flagged-ingredient list. Just the data.

Higher avg
B
Instinct
63.8
Avg score
51
Products
0
Recalls
Top-rated
Instinct Raw Boost Puppy Whole Grain Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, 3.5-lb bag
80/100
D
Pedigree
27.3
Avg score
48
Products
0
Recalls
Top-rated
Pedigree High Protein Variety Pack Adult Dog Wet Food Pouches, 3.5-oz pouches, 18 count
60/100
Side by side
Metric
Instinct
Pedigree
Average score
63.8
27.3
Median score
59
37
Products scored
51
48
A-tier products
8
0
F-tier products
0
18
% with flagged ingredient
67%
100%
Recall history
0
0
Median price/lb
$5.65
$1.21

Green highlight indicates the better value for that metric.

Top 3 from Instinct

Top 3 from Pedigree

How this comparison was generated

Both brands graded the same way. Always.

Same rubric, same nine components, same flagged ingredient list. No special treatment.

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