Ritual Essential Protein Daily Shake 18+
Consumers who prioritize complete supply chain transparency and traceable sourcing
Gainful Everyday Whey Protein Powder
Consumers who want Informed Sport-certified whey with customizable flavor options
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Making Your Decision
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
When to Choose Gainful Everyday Whey Protein Powder
Consumers who want Informed Sport-certified whey with customizable flavor options
Gainful offers a unique approach with its customizable flavor system atop a clean, Informed Sport-certified whey base. The ingredient quality is high and the certification credible, but the premium pricing and smaller portions make it one of the more expensive options per serving.
Strengths
- Informed Sport certified with batch-level testing for banned substances
- Clean ingredient list with no artificial sweeteners, colors, or fillers
- Customizable flavor system with separate stick packs for flavor variety
Limitations
- Higher cost per serving at $2.79 due to smaller container sizes
- Unflavored base requires purchasing separate flavor sticks
- Less widely available than established brands — primarily direct-to-consumer
