Barebells Sunny Smoothie vs Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake edges ahead on a protein + calorie + rating blend. Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake scores higher in that blend because it offers more protein per serving (20g vs 16g), a lighter calorie hit (180 vs 200), more protein per 100 calories (11.1g vs 8.0g).
Full side-by-side of protein, calories, macros, and protein density for Barebells Sunny Smoothie and Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake below.
Barebells
Protein
16g
Calories
200
Protein per 100 cal
8.0g
Pros
- Competitive overall macros for a protein drinks option.
Cons
- Less protein per serving: 16g vs 20g.
- Higher calorie count: 200 vs 180.
Koia
Wins on: Protein, Calories, Sugar, Protein per 100 cal
Protein
20g
Calories
180
Protein per 100 cal
11.1g
Pros
- More protein per serving: 20g vs 16g.
- Lower calorie load: 180 calories vs 200.
- Better protein density: 11.1g protein per 100 calories.
Cons
- There is no major downside in this head-to-head, so the choice comes down to taste and retailer preference.
| Metric | Barebells Sunny Smoothie | Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 16g | 20gBest |
| Calories | 200 | 180Best |
| Sugar | — | 3gBest |
| Fiber | — | — |
| Sodium | — | — |
| Carbs | — | — |
| Fat | — | — |
| Protein per 100 cal | 8.0g | 11.1gBest |
“Healthier” depends on your goal — here’s the real winner on every number we track, so two people with different priorities can both get the right answer.
- Protein: Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake wins, 20g vs 16g.
- Calories: Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake wins, 180 vs 200.
- Sugar: Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake wins, 3g vs —.
- Protein per 100 cal: Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake wins, 11.1g vs 8.0g.
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake edges ahead on a protein + calorie + rating blend.
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake scores higher in that blend because it offers more protein per serving (20g vs 16g), a lighter calorie hit (180 vs 200), more protein per 100 calories (11.1g vs 8.0g). This blend won’t match your priorities if sugar, carbs, or diet fit matter more to you than protein, calories, and rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake has more protein per serving: 20g versus 16g.
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake is the lighter option at 180 calories, compared with 200 calories for the alternative.
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake is the more protein-dense pick at about 11.1g of protein per 100 calories.
"Healthier" depends on your goal: Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake has more protein (20g vs 16g); Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake is lower in calories (180 vs 200). Neither is objectively the "healthiest" for everyone — see the pick-by-priority breakdown above, or try our free AI Snack Finder to get matched to your specific goal.
Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake edges ahead on a protein + calorie + rating blend. Koia Plant-Based Protein Shake scores higher in that blend because it offers more protein per serving (20g vs 16g), a lighter calorie hit (180 vs 200), more protein per 100 calories (11.1g vs 8.0g). Because they are in the same category, this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
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