What I loved:

• Smooth texture
• Great flavor
• Mixes easily
• 30 G of protein per serving
• Made In A GMP Compliant, FDA Registered Facility
• 3rd-party tested
• Straightforward formula
• 62 servings
• Non-GMO and gluten-free
• Only $69.95 per tub

What could be better:

• Not everyone likes unflavored
• Big tub takes up space in the kitchen

What I loved:

The texture was nice and smooth. I shook the powder in my bottle with water for about 20 seconds, and it dissolved with no problem. The protein drink had just a tiny bit of foam on top, not too much.

The price is right for a 65-serving tub at just $69.99. That is a really good price for the extra high quality that Nutricost provides. This will last about 2 months if you take the suggested one scoop per day – longer if you only take this on workout days. The price drops even more if you get a subscribe and save option on Amazon!

Each scoop provides 30 G of protein, which is slightly above average for whey protein isolate. Most have 25 - 27 G per scoop, which is part of why this is a great deal! Nutricost isolate is about 140 calories per serving, which is reasonable for the 30 G of protein. The formula is just the protein and flavor - no unnecessary fillers added here.

In my research, I noticed that most brands are lab or 3rd party tested for quality, but not all are made in a certified GMP-registered facility. Nutricost has top-tier products independently tested by a 3rd party to ensure purity and potency, AND their facility is GMP-compliant and FDA-registered. This was yet another reason why they are number one on my list.

Last thing - the scooper is optimized for pouring into a shaker. Some others are odd square or parallelogram shapes that result in spilling that precious protein powder! Nutricost has the perfect size and is easy to mix without spilling.

What could be better:

I realize that not everyone likes unflavored as much as I do. If you’re not into unflavored, check out the Nutricost flavored powders on this list.

Also, not everyone has room for this giant tub of powder. Nutricost does offer smaller tubs, though!

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What I loved:

• Foamy + smooth texture
• Delicious vanilla flavor, also available in milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and coconut
• Mixes easily
• 20 Grams Of Instantized Whey Protein Isolate
• Made In A GMP Compliant, FDA Registered Facility
• 3rd-party tested
• Straightforward formula
• Great packaging and naming

What could be better:

• Only 20 grams of protein
• Slightly higher price point at $40.00 for 1.7 lb tub

What I loved:

Okay, so there is lots to love here. If you don’t have room for a big 5LB container, this 1.7LB tub is perfect.

Wellah is a new and upcoming brand, and after tasting this sweet vanilla flavor, it has a bright future. I ordered the vanilla flavor, and really enjoyed it. It mixes well in the shaker bottle and was a bit foamy, but not too much. I thought it was totally delicious. Each serving provides 20 G of protein, which is probably why it mixes so easily. It also has just 100 calories.

Wellah's protein powder is naturally flavored and is sweetened with stevia, which is nice and straightforward. There is zero fat (just 0.5 grams per serving) and trace amounts of carbs, iron, calcium, and potassium. I like that there are no fillers or unnecessary ingredients.

The thing I love about Wellah's whey protein isolate is that it is such a high-quality product. Wellah manufacture's its product in a state-of-the-art facility. Their protein isolate is manufactured in a GMP-compliant and FDA-registered facility. This definitely makes them shine bright on the market!

What could be better:

While I like the smaller tubs, they are slightly less cost-effective. This tub has 30 servings, which could last for four weeks if you take one scoop per day, and the tub costs $40. When you look at the overall price, it is super affordable for a tub of protein isolate. When it comes to the price per serving, it is more than other brands on this list at $1.33 per serving.

Remember, if you’re tight on space in your pantry, the 2-lb tub of protein makes way more sense than the bigger 5-lbs. It just depends on your top factors for making a purchase.

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What I loved:

• Smooth texture
• Subtle flavor
• Mixes easily
• 25 G of protein per serving
• Made In A GMP Compliant, FDA Registered Facility
• 3rd-party tested
• Straightforward formula
• Only $39.50
• Non-GMO and gluten-free
• Only 120 calories per serving

What could be better:

• Only 29 servings

What I loved:

Primaforce has a low-key delicious chocolate protein isolate option. I mixed it up easily with 10 ounces of water, which was really smooth to drink. The flavor is not super sweet, which is my preference! I don’t like overpowering sugary flavors. If you like a stronger flavor, you can always mix it with your favorite extras in a blender.

This is a great price for 29 servings in a tub - just $39.50. That's $1.36 per scoop, which is good for a 2-lb tub.

Primaforce has a good formula that has been 3rd-party tested. There are no unnecessary ingredients or fillers to hike the price– just 120 calories per scoop.

Additionally, Primaforce has taken the time to manufacture its whey protein isolate in an FDA-approved and GMP-compliant facility. This definitely helps Primaforce stand out as a top-tier brand.

What could be better:

Since there are only 29 servings, this tub won’t last as long as others. However, it does mean that this tub won’t take up as much space in your cupboard!

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What I loved:

• 75 servings
• Scooper tray on top to prevent losing the scooper
• Great Peanut Butter Chocolate Flavor
• $59.99
• Lab Tested
• Highly Rated on Amazon
• Kosher
• Lab tested
• Manufactured in a certified GMP facility

What could be better:

• Can be out of stock
• Mixability

What I loved:

Allmax has a GREAT flavor. I mixed it with plain tap water in my shaker, and it was really good on its own. With so many chocolate options, I loved the peanut butter-forward flavor. It’s more peanut butter than chocolate, but there is a little bit of chocolate flavor in there as well. It’s a little sweeter than other powders, but I liked it.

Allmax has a great price for the 75 servings, only $59.99 for a 5-lb tub. They have a proprietary blend called ‘Isoflex,’ which is just the isolate protein and flavor. It is gluten-free, kosher dairy, and has a whopping 27 G of protein per serving.

The servings on this one are pretty spectacular - 75 servings per tub will last over two months, maybe longer, depending on how often you take the isolate.

What could be better:

Right after I ordered this, I checked the listing on Amazon, and it went out of stock. I think this flavor is super popular, so I guess it's delicious and in high demand. I'm sure it will be back in stock soon, though.

Lastly, if I'm being super nit-picky, while this did mix okay, it didn't mix as well as some of the top proteins on this list.

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What I loved:

• $66.94 – but I got it on sale!
• Formula includes digestive enzymes
• 25 G of protein per scoop
• No artificial colors
• Made In A GMP Compliant, FDA Registered Facility
• 3rd-party tested
• Smooth mix

What could be better:

• Only 54 servings

What I loved:

Animal has a unique formula that includes digestive enzymes, making it easier for your body to use. They also note that there are naturally occurring BCAAs. Each scoop has 25 G of protein and only 124 calories.

I shook the powder with water in my shaker bottle, and it was a pretty smooth shake. The chocolate flavor was good - not overpowering and just a little sweet. The label says that there are no artificial colors in the formula. Making a shake with more mix-ins in the blender would be easy.

This powder is 3rd-party tested for quality. Additionally, it’s manufactured in a GMP-compliant, FDA-registered facility. The original price is $66.94, but I got it for under $60. Even the full price is a pretty good deal, considering that some whey protein isolate powders cost upwards of $95 for 4-5LBs of powder.

What could be better:

Since this is only 4 LBs, there are slightly fewer servings than other tubs - only 54 instead of 60 or 75. It’s not a big deal, just something to note!

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What I loved:

• $72.94 - but I got it on sale.
• 25 G protein per scoop
• 81 servings per tub
• Only 110 calories per scoop
• Soy-free
• GMP certified facility
• Lab tested

What could be better:

• Funny shaped scooper
• Bitter chocolate flavor

What I loved:

Compared to the rest on this list, Now Sports whey isolate has the lowest number of calories per scoop. That is a huge plus. The label lists all of the naturally occurring BCAAs, but none are added. The formula is similar to most on this list - isolate and flavor ingredients.

Now Sports shines in the servings department. 81 servings in one tub is a nice big number. This tub will last well over two months, possibly up to 3, depending on how often you take a scoop of protein powder. That helps make this a GREAT deal, financially. The whole tub costs $72.94, which is great considering how many servings you get.

Lastly, Now Sports is lab-tested and GMP-certified for quality. This helps customers know they can trust the brand to be the absolute best.

What could be better:

I gotta be honest. This was not my favorite chocolate flavor. I think that’s because of the BCAAs. It was pretty bitter for chocolate, so if I had this, I would probably blend it with almond milk or add mix-ins every time to make it more enjoyable.

Also, the scooper is not optimized for pouring into a shaker bottle. It’s square-ish, and I had difficulty not spilling the powder.

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What I loved:

• Soft container
• 3rd party tested
• Kosher
• Follows FDA standards in GMP-compliant facility
• 94 servings
• 24 G protein per scoop
• Hormone-free
• Grass-fed

What could be better:

• $98.99 - but I got it for less than this.
• The cappuccino flavor is not my favorite

What I loved:

Muscle Feast has really high-quality powder. Don’t be deterred by the price. This soft container has so many servings - over three months' worth. 94 servings per container is definitely the highest I’ve seen for a 5 LB container.

These ingredients come from grass-fed, hormone-free cows. Everything is manufactured in a GMP-compliant facility that also follows FDA regulations. Muscle Feast has made sure this dairy-based product is kosher as well.

Last piece of good news - only 88 calories per scoop.

What could be better:

As a coffee lover, I was excited about this flavor. Unfortunately, it doesn’t quite do it for me. I only mixed it with water, so it might be much better with almond milk, oat milk, or yogurt. To be fair, the label does recommend using milk to mix up this powder.

This is a slightly fancier bells-and-whistles supplement powder, which is reflected in an increased price of $98.99. While some may not be inclined to pay the higher price, remember that you get a long-lasting amount of servings

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What I loved:

• Great Flavor
• 3rd Party Tested
• 75 servings
• 25 G protein per serving
• No added sugar and no additives
• GMP and FDA-inspected facility

What could be better:

• Slightly Higher Price at $99.99

What I loved:

This is a unique and delicious flavor. I really liked the cinnamon sugar flavor; it’s not too sweet but definitely tastes like a cinnamon donut. The tub comes with 75 servings, which can last over two months.

Each serving provides 25 G of protein, which is standard. The powder is tested for purity by a 3rd-party and manufactured in a GMP and FDA-inspected facility. The quality is nice and high – and only 110 calories per scoop.

What could be better:

At $99.99, this is one of the more expensive powders on my list. If price is your main concern when purchasing protein powder, then this may not be for you. However, it does have 75 servings, and the great flavor is definitely worth the price for me.

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What I loved:

• Price - $64.99
• 24 G protein per serving
• No fillers
• Gluten-free
• Includes 4G of glutamine

What could be better:

• Clumpy Texture

What I loved:

So, this one definitely has a good price and a focused formula. In addition to the protein, there are 4 G of glutamine in each Muscle Tech whey protein isolate serving. There are no fillers in this formula, and it’s gluten-free.

Like I said, the price is right. It’s only $64.99 for approximately 69 servings, which means each serving costs less than $1. That is definitely a long-lasting supply and a competitive price.

What could be better:

The flavor was more of a cookie flavor than a cookies and cream, but my real point for improvement is the texture. The powder looked a bit clumpy to me when I first looked at it. When I shook it in the shaker bottle with water - per the directions- it didn’t get the smooth shake consistency that I was looking for. While it is a great deal, it wasn’t my favorite texture.

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