Orgain Organic Protein Bar Chocolate Brownie
Budget-conscious organic shoppers who want a clean certified bar at the lowest price
Barebells Cookies & Cream Protein Bar
Taste-first consumers who want the best-tasting high-protein bar and can tolerate sugar alcohols
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Orgain Organic Protein Bar Chocolate Brownie
Budget-conscious organic shoppers who want a clean certified bar at the lowest price
Orgain delivers USDA Organic certification at a price point (~$1.50/bar) that makes clean eating accessible. The ingredient list is genuinely clean with only 4g sugar. The obvious limitation is 10g protein — this is more of a healthy snack than a serious protein source. Unbeatable value for organic quality.
Strengths
- USDA Organic certified at an incredibly affordable ~$1.50/bar — best value organic option
- Clean ingredient list with no artificial sweeteners, colors, or preservatives
- Only ~4g sugar per bar from organic sources
Limitations
- Only 10g protein per bar — the lowest protein content in this entire comparison
- Organic plant protein has lower bioavailability than whey or egg white
- Lower protein may not satisfy those using bars as a primary protein source
When to Choose Barebells Cookies & Cream Protein Bar
Taste-first consumers who want the best-tasting high-protein bar and can tolerate sugar alcohols
Barebells is arguably the best-tasting protein bar on the market — it genuinely tastes like a candy bar. The 20g protein and 1g sugar macros are excellent. The catch is maltitol in the coating, which dings ingredient purity and sugar profile scores. If you prioritize taste and macros over ingredient purity, Barebells wins.
Strengths
- Exceptional taste that rivals actual candy bars — consistently top-rated for flavor
- 20g whey protein with only 1g sugar makes for an outstanding macro profile
- Swedish-designed with a satisfying chocolate coating and creamy center
Limitations
- Contains maltitol in the chocolate coating — a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues
- No USDA Organic, NSF, or other major health-focused certifications
- Ingredient list includes several processed additives beyond the maltitol
