CLIF BAR Peanut Butter Banana W/ Dark Chocolate vs IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars)
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) is the stronger overall pick in this matchup. IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) wins here because it offers more protein per serving (12g vs 10g), a lighter calorie hit (180 vs 260), more protein per 100 calories (6.7g vs 3.8g).
Full side-by-side of protein, calories, macros, and protein density for CLIF BAR Peanut Butter Banana W/ Dark Chocolate and IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) below.
CLIF BAR
Protein
10g
Calories
260
Protein per 100 cal
3.8g
Pros
- Competitive overall macros for a protein bars option.
Cons
- Less protein per serving: 10g vs 12g.
- Higher calorie count: 260 vs 180.
IQBAR

Protein
12g
Calories
180
Protein per 100 cal
6.7g
Pros
- More protein per serving: 12g vs 10g.
- Lower calorie load: 180 calories vs 260.
- Better protein density: 6.7g 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 | CLIF BAR Peanut Butter Banana W/ Dark Chocolate | IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 10g | 12gBest |
| Calories | 260 | 180Best |
| Carbs | 41g | 11gBest |
| Fat | 8gBest | 14g |
| Protein per 100 cal | 3.8g | 6.7gBest |
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) is the stronger overall pick in this matchup.
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) wins here because it offers more protein per serving (12g vs 10g), a lighter calorie hit (180 vs 260), more protein per 100 calories (6.7g vs 3.8g).
Choose CLIF BAR Peanut Butter Banana W/ Dark Chocolate if you care more about competitive overall macros for a protein bars option.
Choose IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) if you care more about more protein per serving: 12g vs 10g.
Frequently Asked Questions
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) has more protein per serving: 12g versus 10g.
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) is the lighter option at 180 calories, compared with 260 calories for the alternative.
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) is the more protein-dense pick at about 6.7g of protein per 100 calories.
IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) is the stronger overall pick in this matchup. IQBAR Chocolate Lovers & Fruit Lovers (24 Bars) wins here because it offers more protein per serving (12g vs 10g), a lighter calorie hit (180 vs 260), more protein per 100 calories (6.7g vs 3.8g). Because they are in the same category, this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
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