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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 tested3Under 2 g sugar9No sweeteners2Dairy-free12Gluten-free30Pregnancy & nursing0For kids30

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
Welle Essentials

Kids Protein

Whey Concentrate · 10 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4+
No third-party testing found
Protein
7.2g
Sugar
0.75g
Our score
67/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Feel Good Protein

Tasteless Protein for Kids (Collagen & Whey)

Collagen · 15 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4+
No third-party testing foundNo sweetenersProprietary blend
Protein
14.2g
Sugar
0g
Our score
65/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
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
Hiya

Kids Daily Growth + Protein

Whey Isolate · 24.1 g scoop
Clean Label ProjectAdded amino acids
Protein
8g
Sugar
0g
Our score
56/100
$4.80 / servingChecked 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
Unrefined Nutrients

Kids Immune Protein

Collagen · 15 g scoop
No third-party testing foundAdded amino acids
Protein
9.2g
Sugar
0.8g
Our score
49/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Organika

Kids All-In-One Daily Nutrition

Whey Isolate · 17 g scoop
Kids · 4 years and older
No third-party testing found
Protein
6g
Sugar
3g
Our score
47/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Healthy Heights

KidzProtein Shake Mix

Whey Blend · 27 g scoop
No third-party testing found
Protein
10g
Sugar
5g
Our score
47/100
$2.80 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
Perk Energy

Perk Jr Protein for Kids

Milk Protein · 21 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing found
Protein
8g
Sugar
4g
Our score
47/100
$2.00 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
Healthy Heights

Grow Daily Junior 10+ Protein Shake Mix

Whey Blend · 67 g scoop
Kids · Ages 10+
No third-party testing found9 g sugar
Protein
18g
Sugar
9g
Our score
43/100
$4.20 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
Gritzo

SuperMilk Growth+

Milk Protein · 33.33 g scoop
No third-party testing found15 g sugar
Protein
10g
Sugar
15g
Our score
43/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
PediaSure

Grow & Gain Shake Mix

Meal Replacement · 49 g scoop
No third-party testing found9 g sugar
Protein
6g
Sugar
9g
Our score
37/100
$1.75 / servingChecked 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
Complan

Complan NutriGro (2–6 years)

Milk Protein · 45 g scoop
No third-party testing found17.2 g sugar
Protein
5.6g
Sugar
17.2g
Our score
33/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Enterex

Enterex Kidz Nutritional Shake Mix

Meal Replacement · 52 g scoop
No third-party testing foundAdded amino acids
Protein
8g
Sugar
5g
Our score
33/100
$2.71 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
Healthy Heights

Grow Daily Kids 3+ Protein Shake Mix

Whey Blend · 44 g scoop
No third-party testing found9 g sugarAdded amino acids
Protein
12g
Sugar
9g
Our score
33/100
$3.00 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
Orgain

Kids Protein Nutrition Shake Mix

Other · 46 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4+
No third-party testing found7 g sugarProprietary blend
Protein
8g
Sugar
7g
Our score
33/100
$2.50 / servingChecked 2026-10-13
Mindful Nutrition

Mindful Kids Nutrition Protein Shake Mix

Milk Protein · 20 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing found7 g sugarProprietary blend
Protein
8g
Sugar
7g
Our score
33/100
Price not verifiedChecked 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
NuBest

NuBest Tall Growth Protein Powder (Whey)

Whey Blend · 22.67 g scoop
No third-party testing foundProprietary blendAdded amino acids
Protein
10g
Sugar
2g
Our score
27/100
$3.07 / servingChecked 2026-10-14