Legion Whey+ Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate
Health-conscious lifters who want grass-fed isolate with natural sweeteners and full transparency
Garden of Life SPORT Organic Plant-Based Protein
Organic-focused consumers who prioritize NSF and USDA certifications (note heavy metal flag)
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Legion Whey+ Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate
Health-conscious lifters who want grass-fed isolate with natural sweeteners and full transparency
Legion Whey+ combines grass-fed Irish whey isolate with a clean, naturally sweetened formula. Labdoor A+ rating and published lab results provide strong purity assurance even without NSF certification. The taste is consistently praised for a natural-sweetener protein.
Strengths
- Naturally sweetened with stevia and erythritol — no artificial sweeteners or dyes
- Grass-fed whey isolate from Irish dairy with full label transparency
- Labdoor A+ rated with published independent lab test results
Limitations
- Not NSF Certified for Sport — relies on Labdoor independent testing
- Stevia-erythritol blend sweetener may have a slight aftertaste for some
- Slightly more expensive than comparable isolates at $1.67/serving
When to Choose Garden of Life SPORT Organic Plant-Based Protein
Organic-focused consumers who prioritize NSF and USDA certifications (note heavy metal flag)
Garden of Life SPORT checks every certification box — NSF for Sport, USDA Organic, Non-GMO Verified. However, Consumer Reports flagged elevated lead levels at 4-6x their daily safety limit, which significantly impacts the heavy metal safety score. Buyers should weigh the strong certifications against the contamination data.
Strengths
- NSF Certified for Sport plus USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified triple certification
- Organic plant blend with probiotics and enzymes for digestive support
- 30g protein per serving from organic pea, navy bean, lentil, and garbanzo sources
Limitations
- Consumer Reports flagged lead at 4-6x daily safety concern level — significant safety concern
- Grittier texture than whey-based competitors due to plant protein blend
- Organic certification adds cost without directly addressing heavy metal contamination
