Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder vs Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake is the stronger overall pick in this matchup. Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake wins here because it offers more protein per serving (25g vs 24g), a lighter calorie hit (110 vs 120), more protein per 100 calories (22.7g vs 20.0g).
Full side-by-side of protein, calories, macros, and protein density for Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder and Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake below.
Optimum Nutrition
Protein
24g
Calories
120
Protein per 100 cal
20.0g
Pros
- Competitive overall macros for a protein powder snacks option.
Cons
- Less protein per serving: 24g vs 25g.
- Higher calorie count: 120 vs 110.
Quest Nutrition
Protein
25g
Calories
110
Protein per 100 cal
22.7g
Pros
- More protein per serving: 25g vs 24g.
- Lower calorie load: 110 calories vs 120.
- Better protein density: 22.7g 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 | Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder | Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 24g | 25gBest |
| Calories | 120 | 110Best |
| Carbs | — | 3gBest |
| Fat | — | 1gBest |
| Protein per 100 cal | 20.0g | 22.7gBest |
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake is the stronger overall pick in this matchup.
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake wins here because it offers more protein per serving (25g vs 24g), a lighter calorie hit (110 vs 120), more protein per 100 calories (22.7g vs 20.0g).
Choose Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder if you care more about competitive overall macros for a protein powder snacks option.
Choose Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake if you care more about more protein per serving: 25g vs 24g.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake has more protein per serving: 25g versus 24g.
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake is the lighter option at 110 calories, compared with 120 calories for the alternative.
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake is the more protein-dense pick at about 22.7g of protein per 100 calories.
Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake is the stronger overall pick in this matchup. Quest Nutrition Protein Powder - Vanilla Milkshake wins here because it offers more protein per serving (25g vs 24g), a lighter calorie hit (110 vs 120), more protein per 100 calories (22.7g vs 20.0g). Because they are in the same category, this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
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