Updated 2025

Best Protein Per Calorie Whey Protein Powders for 2025

Find the best protein to calorie ratio for lean gains in the whey category. Compare products by price, protein content, and customer reviews.

From
$1.49
Best Value
12.9g/$
Top Brands
10
WINNER
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder

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

ProductBrandPriceProtein/$RatingShop
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder Optimum Nutrition protein powder
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder
BEST VALUE
Optimum Nutrition$71.5926.8g
4.6
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PERFECT SPORTS Diesel New Zealand Whey Protein Isolate PERFECT SPORTS protein powder
PERFECT SPORTS Diesel New Zealand Whey Protein Isolate
PERFECT SPORTS$114.996.8g
4.7
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Antler Farms 100% Grass Fed New Zealand Whey Protein Isolate Antler Farms protein powder
Antler Farms 100% Grass Fed New Zealand Whey Protein Isolate
Antler Farms$57.9913.5g
4.4
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Syntrax Nutrition Nectar, 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder, Refreshing Fruit Flavor Syntrax protein powder
Syntrax Nutrition Nectar, 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder, Refreshing Fruit Flavor
Syntrax$42.9917.1g
4.1
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Syntrax Nutrition Nectar Naturals, 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder Syntrax protein powder
Syntrax Nutrition Nectar Naturals, 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder
Syntrax$50.614.5g
4.3
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Syntrax Nectar Sweets 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder Syntrax protein powder
Syntrax Nectar Sweets 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder
Syntrax$41.9917.5g
4.6
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Myprotein Clear Whey Isolate Protein Powder Myprotein protein powder
Myprotein Clear Whey Isolate Protein Powder
Myprotein$39.9917.5g
3.8
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Isopure Zero Carb 100% Pure Whey Isolate Protein Powder Isopure protein powder
Isopure Zero Carb 100% Pure Whey Isolate Protein Powder
Isopure$154.9917.7g
4.4
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NAKED Nutrition Whey Isolate Protein Powder NAKED protein powder
NAKED Nutrition Whey Isolate Protein Powder
NAKED$51.9916.2g
4.6
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Metabolic Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate ISO PWDR Metabolic Nutrition protein powder
Metabolic Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate ISO PWDR
Metabolic Nutrition$49.9912.0g
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, Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder offers better value at 26.8g protein per dollar.

How much should I expect to pay?

Whey protein powders range from $1.49 to $239.96, with an average price of $54. Quality products typically fall between $43-$65.

Which brands make whey protein?

Top brands include Optimum Nutrition, GNC, Nutricost 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 12.9g/$ or higher), check ratings and reviews, and consider your dietary needs. Our #1 pick Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder offers excellent value at 26.8g per dollar.

๐Ÿงช Nutrition Analysis

๐Ÿ’ช Protein Content

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

๐Ÿ”ฅ Calories per Serving

Average:131 cal
Highest:1582 cal
Lowest:20 cal

๐ŸŒพ Carbohydrates

Average:7.4g
Highest:284g
Lowest:0.4g

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Analysis

Brand Market Share

Optimum Nutrition
2%
GNC
2%
Nutricost
2%
Z Natural Foods
2%
Dymatize
2%

Price Distribution

Under $30
48 (12%)
$30-50
173 (44%)
$50-80
119 (31%)
Over $80
50 (13%)

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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