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
$1.99
Best Value
15.1g/$
Top Brands
10
WINNER
Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder

๐Ÿ† Top 10 Best Value Under $30 Proteins (Analyzed 1758 Products)

ProductBrandProtein/$PriceRatingShop
Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder Micro Ingredients protein powder
Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder
BEST VALUE
Micro Ingredients45.9g$39.99
4.2
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PURE ORIGINAL INGREDIENTS Soy Protein Isolate PURE ORIGINAL INGREDIENTS protein powder
PURE ORIGINAL INGREDIENTS Soy Protein Isolate
PURE ORIGINAL INGREDIENTS43.8g$36.99
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$25.44
3.8
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Nutricost Pea Protein Powder Nutricost protein powder
Nutricost Pea Protein Powder
Nutricost40.6g$34.95
4.1
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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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ONE OF ONE Whey Protein Powder ONE OF ONE protein powder
ONE OF ONE Whey Protein Powder
ONE OF ONE37.5g$18
4.2
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Judeeโ€™s Brown Rice Protein Powder Judee's Gluten Free protein powder
Judeeโ€™s Brown Rice Protein Powder
Judee's Gluten Free35.4g$31.99
3.9
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NAKED Pea Protein Isolate from North American Farms NAKED protein powder
NAKED Pea Protein Isolate from North American Farms
NAKED35.4g$57.99
3.9
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Oath Nutrition Clear Whey Isolate Protein Powder OATH NUTRITION protein powder
Oath Nutrition Clear Whey Isolate Protein Powder
OATH NUTRITION35.2g$20.46
4.5
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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 Harvest34.7g$12.95
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, Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder offers better value at 45.9g 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 $37. Quality products typically fall between $30-$44.

Which brands make under $30 protein?

Top brands include Orgain, BulkSupplements, Vega 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 15.1g/$ or higher), check ratings and reviews, and consider your dietary needs. Our #1 pick Micro Ingredients Pea Protein Powder offers excellent value at 45.9g per dollar.

๐Ÿงช Nutrition Analysis

๐Ÿ’ช Protein Content

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

๐Ÿ”ฅ Calories per Serving

Average:114 cal
Highest:1240 cal
Lowest:10 cal

๐ŸŒพ Carbohydrates

Average:8g
Highest:256g
Lowest:0.6g

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Analysis

Brand Market Share

Orgain
3%
BulkSupplements
2%
Vega
2%
NaturesPlus
2%
Isopure
2%

Price Distribution

Under $30
293 (64%)
$30-50
87 (19%)
$50-80
50 (11%)
Over $80
29 (6%)

๐Ÿฅ— Dietary Options & Allergens

80%
๐ŸŒพ Gluten-Free
367 of 459 products
63%
๐Ÿงฌ Non-GMO
291 of 459 products
38%
๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿซ˜ Soy-Free
175 of 459 products
35%
๐Ÿฅ‘ Keto-Friendly
162 of 459 products
35%
๐ŸŒฑ Vegan
162 of 459 products
34%
๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿฅ› Dairy-Free
158 of 459 products
22%
๐ŸŒฟ Organic
101 of 459 products
16%
๐Ÿฅ› Lactose-Free
75 of 459 products

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