SMILLA · REVIEW
Smilla Beef with Chicken
Smilla Beef with Chicken scores 2.5/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 10.2% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food delivers a strong macronutrient profile with 51% dry matter protein and only 11% carbs, and it contains no artificial additives. However, the first and only protein ingredient is an unnamed 'meat & animal by-products' mixture, which is a low-quality, vague source that significantly drags down ingredient quality.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Smilla Tender Beef Saver Pack Tender Beef with Duck scores below the wet food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · June 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
HOW IT COMPARES
Smilla Beef with Chicken vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.5 points below the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Excellent protein content for adult cats
- Minimal filler content — no unnecessary grain or starch padding
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Smilla Tender Beef is a complete wet cat food for adult cats. Beef with Duck: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef
- 02duck)
- 03minerals Beef with Chicken: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef
- 04chicken)
- 05minerals Beef with Chicken Liver: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
Dry matter basis
Dry matter basis removes water content for accurate comparison between wet and dry foods.
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients: Smilla Tender Beef is a complete wet cat food for adult cats. Beef with Duck: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, duck), minerals Beef with Chicken: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, chicken), minerals Beef with Chicken Liver: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, chicken liver), minerals Beef with Turkey: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, turkey), minerals Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin D3 200 IU, vitamin E 30 IU, zinc (zinc sulphate, monohydrate) 11.4mg, iodine (calcium iodate, anhydrous) 0.1mg, manganese (manganese-(II)-sulphate, monohydrate) 1.4mg, copper (copper(II) chelate of amino acids hydrate) 1.0mg, biotin 50μg, taurine 220mg Energy/100g (ME FEDIAF, 2019): 398 kJ/95.13 kcal
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Smilla Beef with Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Smilla Beef with Chicken is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.5 out of 5. This food delivers a strong macronutrient profile with 51% dry matter protein and only 11% carbs, and it contains no artificial additives. However, the first and only protein ingredient is an unnamed 'meat & animal by-products' mixture, which is a low-quality, vague source that significantly drags down ingredient quality.
What is the protein content of Smilla Beef with Chicken?
Smilla Beef with Chicken contains 10.2% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 51% protein. Dry matter basis is the fairest way to compare protein between wet and dry foods because it removes water content from the equation.
Is Smilla Beef with Chicken grain-free?
Yes, Smilla Beef with Chicken is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Smilla Beef with Chicken compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Smilla Beef with Chicken scores 0.5 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Smilla Beef with Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Smilla Beef with Chicken is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (51% dry matter basis) may also be suitable for kittens, but a dedicated kitten formula is generally recommended. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Smilla Beef with Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Smilla Beef with Chicken are: Ingredients: Smilla Tender Beef is a complete wet cat food for adult cats. Beef with Duck: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, duck), minerals Beef with Chicken: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, chicken), minerals Beef with Chicken Liver: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Smilla Tender Beef is a complete wet cat food for adult cats. Beef with Duck: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are duck), minerals Beef with Chicken: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef, chicken), minerals Beef with Chicken Liver: Meat & animal by-products (20% beef. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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