Protein Powder reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 596 Reddit reviews across 81 subreddits and 162 posts to rank the best Protein Powder brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/workout, r/beginnerfitness, r/naturalbodybuilding, r/japanlife, r/veganfitness. Top-rated brands include Optimum Nutrition (4.4/5), Dymatize (4.6/5), MyProtein (4.1/5).

Stats

Reviews596

Subreddits81

Posts162

Brands68

Products35

Top communities

r/workout122 r/beginnerfitness39 r/naturalbodybuilding31 r/japanlife29 r/veganfitness29

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Optimum Nutrition

4.4

(76)

"Recently I’ve just been buying Optimum Nutrition gold standard whey."

"Can’t go wrong with optimum nutrition or Kirkland brand at Costco."

"I've used ON daily since a teenager and I'm in my 40s now. Dissolves easy in water, tastes great, low carbs."

"Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard. I am lucky enough to have a relative who works for the company, so I get the 10lb bags for usually $60-80."

"I always liked Optimum Nutritions Gold Standard"

"Optimum Nutrition is basically the best."

"The best one is Optimum Nutrition whey."

"Gold standard double rich chocolate 🤤"

"10 years strong and will be forever."

"Optimum Nutrition (ON) is the way to go"

Dymatize

4.6

(70)

"I really like the dymatize ISO 100. I got the fruity pebbles flavor recently and don't think I'll change from that."

"It tastes awesome. I just started adding a portion of PBFit to my morning cocoa pebbles ISO 100 and then mixing it with my coffee and it's the best tasting way to start my morning with 33g of protein."

"Personally I use Dymatize ISO 100 and it's the best protein powder I've ever used."

"Dymatize brand is awesome."

"Dymatize has been my go to past 5yrs. Double rich choc & vanilla go down nicely."

"Dymatize Iso100 fruity pebbles hands down my all time favorite."

"Dymatize ISO 100 fruity pebbles flavor. It tastes like a handful of dry fruity pebbles."

"ISO 100 is incredible. I have a dairy intolerance and the last time I did normal whey it destroyed my stomach. But ISO 100 fixes that issue."

"I've got a dairy intolerant and I do the Dymatize ISO 100 and it's amazing. I don't feel bloated or gross at all afterwards."

"I would like to recommend Dymatize ISO100 Whey protein. It’s free from banned substances and gluten."

MyProtein

4.1

(45)

"Their whey is highly rated and about 90% protein calorie wise."

"I love the Myprotein range. The impact whey has some great flavours."

"Discoverd MyProtein recently, its one of the highest rated on LabDoor, also dirt cheap with a costco membership."

"I love myprotein, especially the vegan mix."

"They usually have 50% off sales."

"You just missed out on an incredible deal from Myprotein."

"Tastes too good to be true"

"Unflavoured protein powder"

"Works the best if you want bang for your buck"

"Less than $100 for 2.5kg"

Isopure

4.1

(38)

"Whey isolate. Vanilla is 25g protein and 100 calories."

"I like this Isopure that I stock up on when on sale at Costco."

"If you can spring for it, isopure is simply the best/cleanest whey protein you can get."

"Tastes dang good"

"I love isopure unflavored"

"Isopure for need protein and nothing much else. Premier powder is a fantastic ice cream base."

"Isopure, fits into a keto diet, tastes great and is available at most retailers."

"My preferred brand is Isopure. You can find at Walmart and Target."

"Isopure Dutch chocolate or just egg white proteins with whatever else"

"Isopure unflavored."

Orgain

4.2

(25)

"I like Orgain Simple (chocolate). It’s very natural and vegan so it’s great if whey hurts your stomach."

"I'm using the Orgain powder and find it's really good."

"Orgain Simple - no fake sugar. Absolutely delicious."

"I really like Orgain protein powder. Vegan. Gluten free."

"I've had good luck with Orgain Organic Protein. It's smooth and blends well without the gritty texture."

"This is my favorite - on my second tub - Orgain Simple, personally love chocolate."

"Great protein powder"

"Orgain is by far my favorite, i always have their creamy chocolate fudge and vanilla bean flavors."

"Orgain!"

"Orgain protein powder."

Ghost

4.2

(18)

"Best taste: Ghost"

"Ghost is great. Been using them for years."

"I like Ghost (sample sizes available on their website) and Ryse."

"Amazing flavor"

"Ghost tastes the best and you can get pretty decent prices on Amazon."

"I know its not the best but i am such a ghost stan. I love their collabs"

"I bought Ghost whey just to try it because I'm a sucker for cinnamon bun flavour. It's delicious, the powder is fluffy and it has digestive enzymes."

"Ghost with almond milk."

"A current fav."

"Preferred Ghost for the taste."

Ascent

4.5

(16)

"Best flavor I’ve ever had. Mix with milk and it’s straight up chocolate milk."

"Best intersection of taste, clean ingredients and price if purchased at Costco."

"I get Ascent from Costco. Best tasting chocolate."

"I use ascent from Costco."

"I like Ascent protein, they sell big bags at Costco."

"I like Ascent and Bowmar because they seem to be some of the cleanest."

"I have been using Ascent since it uses stevia."

"I use Ascent when trying to load up on protein."

"Ascent is good. Find one with clean ingredients."

"Ascent from Costco if you want a nice powder at a decent price"

Ryse

4.2

(17)

"Go crazy with the cinnamon toast flavor"

"Ryse fitness peanut butter cup"

"Ryse is my go to, the blueberry muffin is delicious."

"Are my favorites out of the 15+ brands I’ve tried."

"Their lemon pound cake and blueberry muffin flavors are my favorites."

"They actually taste good."

"Ryse skippy with pbfit added"

"Another vote for Ryse. I've made ice cream with it and it's delicious."

"I use the Ryse Skippy powder and it's my favorite so far! It has a strong peanut butter flavor for sure."

"Currently using Ryse Skippy powder and have used Ghost Nutter Butter and liked both."

OWYN

4.6

(14)

"I've been using OwYn, the chocolate is the best."

"OWYN (only what you need) vegan and a small amount of sugar."

"I started using pea protein based prepared drinks. I would buy OWYN (Only What You Need) at my local grocery store."

"OWYN is what I use."

"I found Only What You Need (OWYN) to be one of the best that doesn't mess with me."

"Great pre-made shakes"

"The chocolate is surprisingly tasty."

"None"

"OWYN is plant based and gives me no stomach problems."

"Just bought some Owyn. Looks decent."

#10

Truvani

4.8

(13)

"Truvani is my favorite absolutely worth the cost."

"I honestly love Truvani. I bought some off an insta ad but the flavors are great, texture is better than most."

"The vanilla chai is really good."

"Truvani you can get it at whole foods"

"Truvani is the best IMO clean ingredients."

"Truvani is my favorite."

"The unflavored, vanilla, both incredible."

"The only one whose chocolate tastes like chocolate."

"Simple ingredients"

"Cleanest and best tasting protein"

#11

Promix

4.5

(13)

"Promix sounds perfect for anyone looking for pure, simple ingredients!"

"The fact that it's easy on the stomach is a huge plus."

"Promix. Its a little more $$$ than most but totally worth it."

"Promix"

"I really like Promix and Ascent."

"Promix is the one I continually purchase because it tastes the best."

"Promix is the only one that doesn’t upset my IBS."

"Honestly just get something unflavored (I like promix) and blend it into fruit smoothies."

"ProMix (US) or Pink Sun (UK) is what you’re after"

"I like promix which I found on a similar post in this sub."

#12

Naked

4.5

(13)

"I use Naked and think it's great, don't plan to change"

"I drink Naked Pea every day. 27g of protein. No additives."

"Naked - this is the cleanest and blends really well."

"Naked WHEY."

"My surgeon's nutritionist recommended naked whey. I actually really like it because it's just pure whey."

"Naked brand - cleanest ingredients I’ve been able to find."

"I'm using naked Pea protein. Not great on it's own, not it has incredible macros."

"Naked Pea. Its all organic, no fake sweeteners"

"Naked Whey is great if you don't have a sweet tooth."

"They are naked variants (company called "naked")...best whey is goat whey protein without a single additive."

#13

True Nutrition

4.3

(12)

"They offer different blends, custom blends, flavors that have Stevia or monk fruit , etc."

"I get my creatine from them too! Best value out there!!"

"I really like True Nutrition"

"I’m a huge fan of True Nutrition for their customization options."

"True nutrition. Cheapest and best."

"True Nutrition"

"I'm a vegan, so I can only speak for plant based protein powders. My goto is True Nutrition."

"Clean testing and good consistency."

"True Nutrition for years. Straight forward great products."

#14

PEScience

4.5

(11)

"PEScience gives the best texture to me because of the addition of the casein but I've tried Ryse as well and have had good results."

"PEScience is really good."

"It's expensive, but PEScience has the best tasting protein powder."

"I really liked"

"Reasonably priced and tasty"

"They are "alright" like 6-7/10"

"PEScience."

"I also buy Ekkovision, PEScience, and Ryse if there's a good sale."

"PEScience has a bunch of flavors."

"PEScience, Rule1, G1M."

#15

Kirkland

4.5

(11)

"Kirkland's (Costco brand) is the best overall value I've found lately."

"Kirkland brand is super solid. Zero complaints."

"I love the kirkland brand from costco! The chocolate flavor! So good!!"

"Kirkland whey protein at Costco"

"The new Kirkland brand @ Costco."

"My favorite is Kirkland Signature's."

"The Kirkland has bcaa’s which works for me."

"I thought the Kirkland (Costco) one was good."

"Probably the Kirkland brand or ON Gold from Costco for most people."

"I use the Kirkland whey protein from Costco"

#16

Nutricost

4.1

(11)

"NutriCost 3rd party tested, cheap"

"30g per serving. No added sugar. It is sweetened with sucralose."

"Nutricost whey isolate"

"Nutri-cost, whey isolate for affordable. I personally prefer vanilla or unflavored"

"Nutricost."

"NutriCost for everything."

"Nutricost on Amazon. Cheap af."

"Nutricost on Amazon is budget friendly and a straight whey protein without the added crap."

"Nutricost Is okay cheap and effective best tasting though easily synths."

"Nutricost."

#17

Clean Simple Eats

4.8

(9)

"Clean simple eats is sooo good!!"

"Clean Simple Eats is my favorite. No weird aftertaste, mixes great, lots of flavors."

"I’ve been using Clean Simple Eats. Other whey protein has wrecked my stomach."

"Clean simple eats. The best I’ve had."

"Clean Simple eats! Best flavor hands down."

"I really like this stuff Clean Simple Eats."

"Vanilla and peach"

"Clean simple eats."

#18

Transparent Labs

4.2

(10)

"Transparent labs - grass fed protein and 100% lab tested. Feels way easier on my stomach"

"Mixes well and my guts absolutely love the difference."

"Transparent Labs (has zero fillers and zero seed oils)"

"Transparent labs has very clean ingredients"

"Transparent Labs"

"Transparent Labs."

"I like Transparent labs."

"Transparent Labs & Earth Fed Muscle."

"Transparent labs is the best with no artificial sweeteners/ additives."

"Transparent labs or Legion. Legion is a better value when buying bulk."

#19

Naked Nutrition

4.9

(8)

"I like Naked Nutrition. Cleaner ingredients and they’re put through testing."

"Surprised no one mentioned Naked Protein, simple ingredients and tastes good."

"Have been using Naked Nutrition because it doesn’t have any extra “nasty” ingredients"

"I use NAKED NUTRITION UNFLAVORED PEA PROTEIN ISOLATE."

"Plant based options"

"Certified GF"

"I use Naked Nutrition. Very clean, minimal ingredient."

#20

Vega

4.1

(8)

"I'm a big fan of Vega sport."

"I’ve been using Vega for three years with no issues."

"I like Vega sport"

"If you can tolerate whey, it’s definitely a good route to go!"

"Vega, expensive but it quite literally turns almond milk into a shake."

"I still consuming Vega brand protein shake everyday because it works."

"Cheaper and less artificial"

"I tried Vega, tasted like ass but it isn’t hard on you."

#21

Quest

4.4

(7)

"I love Quest- chocolate milkshake and peanut butter are two of my favourites!"

"They are known for being one of the cleanest protein brands."

"I am a huge Quest evangelist for all things protein."

"Flavor wise I’ve been thrilled with quest lately."

"My fave is cookies and cream."

"I typically use Quest and that sits pretty well for me."

"I love their cinnamon crunch."

#22

Huel

4.7

(6)

"Huel complete protein fudge flavour"

"Tastes good too for a powdered food."

"I have a subscription to Huel, a meal replacement protein drink."

"My husband loves Huel, I use Naked Pea."

"It's got some great flavors."

"Look into Huel products possibly some good choices there for you."

#23

Legion

4.5

(6)

"I love legion personally, flavors are good, macros are good."

"I have been using Legion for a few years."

"Legion, legit 3rd party testing."

"I've been using Legion for a while but can't say that it's better than any others."

"Legion and Transparent Labs are my favorites because they’re easier on my stomach."

"Legion."

#24

Nakpro

4.3

(6)

"I spend 20k on Nakpro a month. Its goated. Concentrate, blend, isolate, hydro, they're all VFM."

"Nakpro is an excellent budget friendly choice."

"Nakpro is the best in its budget class. Choose the class (performance/gold/platinum) that suits your budget."

"I tried Malai Kulfi, taste wise, it's damn good."

"Bro try nakpro."

"Nakpro."

#25

Bulk Nutrients

4.8

(5)

"Great value, tastes great."

"I’ve found bulk nutrients to be cheap and they deliver super fast."

"Their future whey is also vegan."

"I go through bulk nutrients online. they seem to be the cheapest."

"Checkout Bulk Nutrients or My Protein."

#26

Premier Protein

4.6

(5)

"Is my go to."

"I don't use powder, I buy Premier Protein, or if you can find them, Fairlife nutrition plan 30 gm protein."

"Makes a great base for smoothies."

"We have 'Premier Protein' as an industry leader (with lots of flavors) and my personal favorite that you might have is 'Fairlife'."

"Ever try these?"

#27

3.6

(5)

"I use protein works. I’ve tried a couple of their vegan shakes and various flavours and they’ve all been very tasty."

"I get mine from the protein works which is also good."

"I like the clear juice type proteins from Protein Works instead of the shakes."

"I like the protein works, lots of different flavour to chose from."

"I know loads of people say Protein Works, but it wasn't for me."

#31

Gold Standard

4.5

(4)

"Been using gold standard for over 10 years."

"I’ve always used Gold Standard."

"Can get it at Costco but it is less expensive on Amazon."

"Gold Standard"

#32

Fairlife

4.5

(4)

"Not a powder but fairlife 30g protein per bottle at 150calories."

"Fairlife was going to be my rec."

"Fairlife"

"Fairlife is considered to be one of the better-tasting ones on the market."

#33

Core Nutritionals

4.5

(4)

"Are the GOAT."

"Best flavored protein"

"A little pricey, but the product is fantastic!"

"Core nutritionals is good"

#34

Canadian Protein

4.5

(4)

"If you’re in Canada I highly recommend Canadian Protein."

"3rd party lab tested and certified"

"I find it is cheaper then other companies you will fine in store."

"Has one of the highest protein to calorie ratio."

#35

Elevation

4.3

(4)

"Comes in vanilla or chocolate with 20 servings per tub. pretty cheap and very delicious."

"Mix in the bender with apples and you get protein and fiber."

"I like the Elevation ones from Aldi."

"Elevation brand at Aldi"

#36

X-plosion

4.0

(4)

"X-plosion is really high quality (great macros) and I think their banana flavour tastes great."

"X-plosion all the way."

"I'd say X-plosion is the cheapest."

"Cost wise x-plosion is pretty good."

#37

GronG

3.8

(4)

"GronG yoghurt, vanilla or caramel slap."

"It's good value."

"I like it so far."

"Tasted pretty decent."

#38

Vital Proteins

5.0

(3)

"I have some stomach sensitivity and this one works wonders for me. Vital Proteins"

"Vital proteins. I especially like the chocolate in my coffee."

"You’re looking at least 25+g of protein."

#39

Kachava

5.0

(3)

"My hubs and I have been drinking a brand called Kachava for years."

"Kachava, by far and Truvani"

"Kachava."

#40

Muscle Milk

5.0

(3)

"I really enjoy muscle milk chocolate powder."

"I’ve started taking the Muscle Milk one, the chocolate flavor."

"By far my favorite and I have tried MANY after years of lifting."

#41

Jocko

5.0

(3)

"Jocko is one of my go-to brands because they offer a protein blend and not just whey protein."

"Jocko has been my top brand. No artificial sweeteners or soy."

"Jocko has been my top brand."

4.0

(2)

"The 2kg Leanfit protein goes on sale for $38 twice a year."

"Leanfit"

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