Updated 2025

Best Value Under $30 Protein Powders for 2025

Find the best value protein with the highest protein per dollar ratio in the under $30 category. Compare products by price, protein content, and customer reviews.

From
$1.99
Best Value
15.6g/$
Top Brands
10
WINNER
Happy Viking Superfood Meal Plant Protein Powder

πŸ† Top 10 Best Value Under $30 Proteins (Analyzed 1705 Products)

ProductBrandProtein/$PriceRatingShop
Happy Viking Superfood Meal Plant Protein Powder Happy Viking protein powder
Happy Viking Superfood Meal Plant Protein Powder
BEST VALUE
Happy Viking47.4g$26.99
4.3
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Designer Protein Whey Natural 100% Whey Protein Designer Protein protein powder
Designer Protein Whey Natural 100% Whey Protein
Designer Protein43.2g$25.49
3.9
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Manitoba Harvest Hemp Yeah Balanced Protein and Fiber Powder Manitoba Harvest protein powder
Manitoba Harvest Hemp Yeah Balanced Protein and Fiber Powder
Manitoba Harvest40.9g$11.01
4.2
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Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder Micro Ingredients protein powder
Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder
Micro Ingredients40.8g$44.95
4.2
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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 Nutrition38.5g$51.99
4.3
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Judee’s Brown Rice Protein Powder Judee's Gluten Free protein powder
Judee’s Brown Rice Protein Powder
Judee's Gluten Free37.8g$29.99
3.9
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NOW Foods Sports Nutrition Pea Protein Powder NOW protein powder
NOW Foods Sports Nutrition Pea Protein Powder
NOW37.2g$61.94
4.1
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NOW Sports Nutrition, Sprouted Brown Rice Protein Powder NOW protein powder
NOW Sports Nutrition, Sprouted Brown Rice Protein Powder
NOW37.1g$19.5
3.9
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NOW Sports Nutrition Soy Protein Isolate NOW protein powder
NOW Sports Nutrition Soy Protein Isolate
NOW36.6g$20.79
4.3
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NUFYX Heavenly Protein Powder NUFYX protein powder
NUFYX Heavenly Protein Powder
NUFYX36.0g$49.99
4.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the cheapest under $30 protein?

The cheapest option is Jive 100% Grass Fed Protein Hydrator Clear Protein Powder at $1.99. However, Happy Viking Superfood Meal Plant Protein Powder offers better value at 47.4g protein per dollar.

How much should I expect to pay?

Under $30 protein powders range from $1.99 to $362.29, with an average price of $36. Quality products typically fall between $29-$43.

Which brands make under $30 protein?

Top brands include Vega, BulkSupplements, NaturesPlus and 7 others. We track 10 different brands offering quality under $30 products.

How do I choose the best value?

Focus on protein per dollar (aim for 15.6g/$ or higher), check ratings and reviews, and consider your dietary needs. Our #1 pick Happy Viking Superfood Meal Plant Protein Powder offers excellent value at 47.4g per dollar.

πŸ§ͺ Nutrition Analysis

πŸ’ͺ Protein Content

Average:18g
Highest:50g
Lowest:2g

πŸ”₯ Calories per Serving

Average:117 cal
Highest:1330 cal
Lowest:10 cal

🌾 Carbohydrates

Average:8.7g
Highest:280g
Lowest:0.6g

πŸ“ˆ Market Analysis

Brand Market Share

Vega
3%
BulkSupplements
3%
NaturesPlus
2%
Orgain
2%
NOW
2%

Price Distribution

Under $30
280 (64%)
$30-50
86 (20%)
$50-80
48 (11%)
Over $80
26 (6%)

πŸ₯— Dietary Options & Allergens

79%
🌾 Gluten-Free
348 of 440 products
65%
🧬 Non-GMO
284 of 440 products
39%
🚫🫘 Soy-Free
173 of 440 products
35%
πŸ₯‘ Keto-Friendly
156 of 440 products
35%
🌱 Vegan
156 of 440 products
35%
🚫πŸ₯› Dairy-Free
153 of 440 products
22%
🌿 Organic
98 of 440 products
16%
πŸ₯› Lactose-Free
71 of 440 products

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