Updated 2025

Best Calorie Value Whey Protein Powders for 2025

Find the most calories per dollar for bulking on a budget in the whey category. Compare products by price, protein content, and customer reviews.

From
$1.49
Best Value
14.5g/$
Top Brands
10
WINNER
Rule One Proteins Mass Gainer

๐Ÿ† Top 10 Best Calorie Value Whey Proteins (Analyzed 1698 Products)

ProductBrandPriceProtein/$RatingShop
Rule One Proteins Mass Gainer Rule 1 Proteins protein powder
Rule One Proteins Mass Gainer
BEST VALUE
Rule 1 Proteins$2512.8g
4.3
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Sunshine Biopharma Extreme Mass Gainer Muscle Builder Sunshine Biopharma protein powder
Sunshine Biopharma Extreme Mass Gainer Muscle Builder
Sunshine Biopharma$62.6911.5g
4.3
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GNC Pro Performance Bulk 1340 Mass Gainer Protein Powder GNC protein powder
GNC Pro Performance Bulk 1340 Mass Gainer Protein Powder
GNC$80.9811.1g
4.4
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Designer Protein Whey Natural 100% Whey Protein Designer Protein protein powder
Designer Protein Whey Natural 100% Whey Protein
Designer Protein$25.4943.2g
3.9
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ProMix Nutrition Whey Protein Powder Grass-Fed & 100% All Natural ProMix Nutrition protein powder
ProMix Nutrition Whey Protein Powder Grass-Fed & 100% All Natural
ProMix Nutrition$87.9934.1g
4
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NOW Foods Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Concentrate with BCAAs Powder NOW protein powder
NOW Foods Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Concentrate with BCAAs Powder
NOW$12.9938.8g
4.3
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Ultimate Nutrition Prostar Whey Protein Powder Blend of Whey Concentrate Isolate and Peptides Ultimate Nutrition protein powder
Ultimate Nutrition Prostar Whey Protein Powder Blend of Whey Concentrate Isolate and Peptides
Ultimate Nutrition$51.9938.5g
4.4
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Dymatize Elite 100% Whey Protein Powder Dymatize protein powder
Dymatize Elite 100% Whey Protein Powder
Dymatize$50.0831.4g
4.6
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Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein Powder Body Fortress protein powder
Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein Powder
Body Fortress$39.9829.3g
4.5
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Pure Protein 100% Whey Protein Powder Pure Protein protein powder
Pure Protein 100% Whey Protein Powder
Pure Protein$37.9826.3g
4.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the cheapest whey protein?

The cheapest option is Rise Grass-Fed Whey Protein Powder at $1.49. However, Rule One Proteins Mass Gainer offers better value at 12.8g protein per dollar.

How much should I expect to pay?

Whey protein powders range from $1.49 to $351.99, with an average price of $60. Quality products typically fall between $48-$72.

Which brands make whey protein?

Top brands include Optimum Nutrition, GNC, Rule 1 Proteins and 7 others. We track 10 different brands offering quality whey products.

How do I choose the best value?

Focus on protein per dollar (aim for 14.5g/$ or higher), check ratings and reviews, and consider your dietary needs. Our #1 pick Rule One Proteins Mass Gainer offers excellent value at 12.8g per dollar.

๐Ÿงช Nutrition Analysis

๐Ÿ’ช Protein Content

Average:23g
Highest:60g
Lowest:5g

๐Ÿ”ฅ Calories per Serving

Average:136 cal
Highest:1582 cal
Lowest:20 cal

๐ŸŒพ Carbohydrates

Average:7.8g
Highest:284g
Lowest:1g

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Analysis

Brand Market Share

Optimum Nutrition
2%
GNC
2%
Rule 1 Proteins
2%
Dymatize
2%
Nutricost
2%

Price Distribution

Under $30
48 (12%)
$30-50
145 (37%)
$50-80
121 (31%)
Over $80
76 (19%)

๐Ÿฅ— Dietary Options & Allergens

71%
๐ŸŒพ Gluten-Free
277 of 390 products
41%
๐Ÿงฌ Non-GMO
158 of 390 products
31%
๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿซ˜ Soy-Free
121 of 390 products
23%
๐Ÿฅ› Lactose-Free
88 of 390 products
22%
๐Ÿฅ‘ Keto-Friendly
84 of 390 products
5%
๐ŸŒฟ Organic
20 of 390 products
1%
๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿฅ› Dairy-Free
2 of 390 products

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