Compare Whey Protein Supplements


Discover the Cheapest Options Per Gram of Protein


Note: Our top pick for the best protein supplement is Nitrobol Bodybuilding Amino Acids.

How on earth do you choose a whey protein supplement? There are literally dozens of brands.

One method is to compare prices … but don’t compare the price of the container because container sizes, number of servings and grams of protein per serving vary.

The best way to get the cheapest protein supplement is to calculate the cost per 1 gram of protein or the cost per 30 grams of protein (30 grams of protein is a decent serving size).

Let me help you. Below is a whey protein comparison chart that compares whey protein supplements by price based on both cost per 1 gram of protein and cost per 30 grams of protein. Now you can make an educated decision with your whey protein purchasing decision.

Fitness Baron’s Whey Protein Supplement Comparison Chart

Brand Type of Protein $ Per 1 Gram of Protein Price Container Size Number Servings per Container Number Protein Grams Per Serving Number Carb Grams Per Serving # Fat Grams Per Serving Number Calories Per Serving $ Per 30 Grams of Protein Other ingredients/Notes
1 BioTrust Low Carb 25% Whey / 25% Casein / 25% Whey Isolate / 25% Milk Protein $.15 $49.95 1.2 lbs. 14 24 8 3 150 $4.46

Hormone Free, No artificial sweeteners.
2 VPX NO-SyntheSize Whey $ 0.12 $ 69.95 28 20 0 0 82 $ 3.75
3 Met-Rx Protein & Oats Whey $ 0.11 $ 42.99 2 lbs. 16 25 17 4 200 $ 3.22 Oats
4 Bodybuilding.com Platinum Protogen Whey $ 0.10 $ 49.99 1.75 Lbs. 17 30 8 3.5 180 $ 2.94 BCAAs
5 Integrated Supplements Whey Protein Isolate Whey Isolate $ 0.09 $ 49.95 2 Lbs. 28 20 6 1 120 $ 2.68
6 SciVation Whey Whey $ 0.09 $ 51.99 2 Lbs. 28 21 4 3 120 $ 2.65
7 AllMax IsoFlex Whey $ 0.08 $ 64.99 2 Lbs. 30 27 1 0 115 $ 2.41 BCAAs
8 Optimum Performance Whey Whey $ 0.08 $ 43.99 2 Lbs. 25 22 9 4 160 $ 2.40 BCAAs
9 Muscle Milk by CytoSport Whey $ 0.08 $ 39.95 2.47 Lbs. 16 32 18 12 310 $ 2.34 Glutamine
10 VPX Zero Carb SRO Whey Isolate $ 0.08 $ 54.95 2 Lbs. 36 20 0 0 80 $ 2.29
11 UMP by Beverly International Whey Isolate $ 0.08 $ 45.00 2 Lbs. 30 20 4 3.5 120 $ 2.25
12 Now Whey Protein Isolate Whey $ 0.07 $ 44.99 1.8 Lbs. 12 50 7 1 240 $ 2.25
13 Gaspari Nutrition MyoFusion Probiotic Series Whey $ 0.07 $ 41.49 2 Lbs. 23.3 24 9 2 150 $ 2.23 Essential Amino Acids
14 Gaspari Nutrition IntraPro Whey $ 0.07 $ 44.95 2 Lbs. 25 25 5 3.5 155 $ 2.16

Factors other than price to consider when buying whey protein supplement:

  • Additional beneficial ingredients such as BCAAs, creatine, essential amino acids.
  • Presence of additives, hormones, fillers, aspartine, and other non-beneficial ingredients.
  • Taste – obviously you’ll have to try it to find out if you like it. This can be trial and error.
  • Results – results are individual and you may want to try different whey protein supplements to see which generates the best results for you.

Notes/Comments:

  • Lowest cost per gram of protein does not mean it’s the best protein supplement. It’s one factor to consider. Also consider other ingredients such as BCAAs, Creatine, etc.
  • Stated prices and calculations based on Manufacturers’ Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Many protein supplements are often on sale. I went with MSRP because it’s stable. Sale prices change frequently. Almost all products are on sale.
  • Despite my using the MSRP for pricing comparison, please note that prices may change at any time.

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