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Best Protein Powder

Protein powders, ranked

471 powders scored against our published standard. Every number comes from the manufacturer's label; a dash means we couldn't verify it. Last checked 2026-10-14.

What matters to you

Third-party tested0Under 2 g sugar5No sweeteners1Dairy-free8Gluten-free10Pregnancy & nursing0For kids10

Type

Whey isolate2Whey blend5Clear whey0Casein and milk5Plant-based10Egg, beef, collagen3Gainers and meal shakes4

Most kids get enough protein from food. Before buying, read what to look for in a kids' shake and check with your pediatrician.

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Highest score
Purely Kids

Organic Protein Drink Mix for Kids

Pea · 30 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing foundNo sweeteners
Protein
20g
Sugar
1g
Our score
59/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
KidStar Nutrients

All-in-One Vegan Protein

Plant Blend · 18 g scoop
No third-party testing found
Protein
10g
Sugar
0g
Our score
51/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Sprout Organic

Kids Essential Shake

Plant Blend · 25 g scoop
No third-party testing found
Protein
10.8g
Sugar
0.7g
Our score
51/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
WelleCo

The Super Kids Elixir + Protein

Plant Blend · 15 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4+
No third-party testing found
Protein
8g
Sugar
1.3g
Our score
51/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Metagenics

MetaKids Nutrition Powder

Brown Rice · 29 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4–12
No third-party testing foundAdded amino acids
Protein
8g
Sugar
4g
Our score
37/100
$4.00 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
NaturesPlus

Children's SPIRU-TEIN Junior

Plant Blend · 30 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing found10 g sugarProprietary blend
Protein
7g
Sugar
10g
Our score
33/100
$1.66 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
NuBest

NuBest Tall Growth Protein Powder (Vegan)

Plant Blend · 22 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4+ and teens
No third-party testing foundProprietary blendAdded amino acids
Protein
10g
Sugar
2g
Our score
31/100
$3.60 / servingChecked 2026-10-14