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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 tested4Under 2 g sugar1No sweeteners0Dairy-free2Gluten-free11Pregnancy & nursing0For kids19

Type

Whey isolate2Whey blend12Clear whey0Casein and milk9Plant-based15Egg, beef, collagen3Gainers and meal shakes8

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

19 powders · Clear filters

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
Youth Sport Nutrition

NUTRI-TEEN Shakes

Meal Replacement · 50 g scoop
Kids · Ages 4+
Informed SportAdded amino acids
Protein
21g
Sugar
2.1g
Our score
52/100
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
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
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
Complan

Complan Nutrition Drink Powder for Kids

Milk Protein · 33 g scoop
Kids · 6–12 years
No third-party testing found15 g sugar
Protein
5.9g
Sugar
15g
Our score
39/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Little Joys

Nutrimix (2–6 Years)

Milk Protein · 30 g scoop
No third-party testing found12.73 g sugar
Protein
5g
Sugar
12.73g
Our score
39/100
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
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
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
PediaSure

PaediaSure Shake Powder (UK)

Meal Replacement · 48.6 g scoop
No third-party testing found11.2 g sugar
Protein
6.7g
Sugar
11.2g
Our score
33/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Horlicks

Horlicks Growth Plus

Milk Protein · 24 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing foundAdded amino acids
Protein
6g
Sugar
—
Our score
24/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
PediaSure

PediaSure 10+ Powder (Mexico)

Meal Replacement · 50 g scoop
Kids · 10–15 years
No third-party testing found11.28 g sugar
Protein
8.49g
Sugar
11.28g
Our score
23/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14