NOW Sports Whey Protein Isolate
Value seekers who want the most protein per dollar with Informed Sport certification
Ritual Essential Protein Daily Shake 18+
Consumers who prioritize complete supply chain transparency and traceable sourcing
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose NOW Sports Whey Protein Isolate
Value seekers who want the most protein per dollar with Informed Sport certification
NOW Sports delivers the best value in this comparison at $0.89/serving for 81 servings. The unflavored single-ingredient isolate is as pure as it gets. Informed Sport certification adds credibility. The trade-off is taste and aesthetics — this is no-frills protein at its most practical.
Strengths
- Best protein-per-dollar value — 81 servings at $0.89/serving
- Single-ingredient unflavored option for maximum purity
- Informed Sport certified with GMP-compliant manufacturing
Limitations
- Unflavored version has a bland dairy taste — best mixed into smoothies
- Lower protein per serving (25g) in unflavored compared to some competitors
- Basic packaging and branding lacks the premium feel of boutique brands
When to Choose Ritual Essential Protein Daily Shake 18+
Consumers who prioritize complete supply chain transparency and traceable sourcing
Ritual takes transparency further than any competitor by tracing every ingredient to its source farm. USP-verified with published batch COAs and North American regenerative sourcing make it the most transparent plant-based option. The premium price reflects that traceability commitment.
Strengths
- Industry-leading supply chain transparency with traceable ingredients from specific farms
- Third-party tested by USP and published COAs for every batch
- Plant-based pea protein sourced from North American regenerative farms
Limitations
- Only 20g protein per serving — lower than most whey competitors
- Expensive at $2.67/serving with only 15 servings per container
- Plant-based formula may have slightly grittier texture than whey
