Is Schmackos Worth It?
A straight answer on whether Schmackos is worth the money — based on its overall score, value score and real cost per serve, with better-value alternatives if it isn't the right fit.
Overall score
0/100
Good
Value score
0/100
Strong
From (per day)
$0
~15kg dog
Scored by the Pet Reviews independent review board
Independent scoring · Updated June 2026 · Not veterinary advice
How Schmackos scores
Schmackos
When Schmackos is worth it
- Budget-conscious owners wanting an everyday training reward
- High-volume training where you need lots of small, soft pieces
When to compare carefully
- You want named single-ingredient, human-grade treats with full label transparency
- Your dog needs grain-free or low-sugar treats
Schmackos Marrobones Original Crunchy Dog Treats 737g
$21.64/kg· $0/day
Is Schmackos worth it?
Schmackos is a fair-value, Australian-made everyday treat brand that does exactly what it sets out to do: cheap, palatable, easy-to-break rewards that most dogs adore. The trade-off versus premium single-ingredient ranges is label transparency, with broad "meat and meat by-products" lists and added sugars and humectants, so dogs who need cleaner labels will do better elsewhere. Like all treats, feed them in moderation as no more than about 10% of daily calories alongside a complete and balanced diet. Not veterinary advice.
Not veterinary advice. Prices are a guide and can change — always confirm live pricing with the retailer.
Better-value alternatives to Schmackos
Budget · Average
A convenient, affordable daily dental chew that dogs love and you can buy anywhere — a reasonable part of a dental routine, especially if brushing is a battle. Just know it's a cereal-based compound treat rather than a single-ingredient one, and count the calories. For a purer treat look at The Paw Grocer; for grain-free dental, Bell & Bone. Daily dental chews complement brushing and vet checks, they don't replace them.
VitaPet
Mid-range · Good
VitaPet is a genuinely convenient, well-priced everyday treat range that most dogs love, with real meat listed first on its tenders and sticks and broad availability in supermarkets and pet stores. Labels are simple but multi-ingredient and the range is imported rather than Australian-made, so shoppers chasing single-ingredient or human-grade transparency will find cleaner options elsewhere; for accessible training rewards and snacks it earns its shelf space. Feed these as an occasional treat alongside a complete and balanced diet, keeping treats to no more than about 10% of your dog's daily calories. Not veterinary advice.
Frequently asked questions
Schmackos scores 72/100 overall and 86/100 on value in our index (strong on value). Schmackos is a fair-value, Australian-made everyday treat brand that does exactly what it sets out to do: cheap, palatable, easy-to-break rewards that most dogs adore. The trade-off versus premium single-ingredient ranges is label transparency, with broad "meat and meat by-products" lists and added sugars and humectants, so dogs who need cleaner labels will do better elsewhere. Like all treats, feed them in moderation as no more than about 10% of daily calories alongside a complete and balanced diet. Not veterinary advice.
For a ~15kg adult dog, Schmackos works out from about $0 per day on Schmackos Strapz with Beef Dog Treats 500g ($25.90/kg). Cost per serve is the figure that matters most — compare it against alternatives before deciding.
If value is your top priority and you can get similar quality cheaper, compare Schmackos carefully against Pedigree DentaStix and VitaPet. The right pick is the one that fits your dog and budget.
Consider Pedigree DentaStix, VitaPet. Compare them on price per kg and cost per day — a different brand may give you more for similar money.
No. Pet Reviews is an independent value and comparison resource, not veterinary advice. Prices are a guide and can change — always confirm the live price with the retailer before buying.