Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate vs Vega Performance Protein + Recovery
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate is the stronger overall pick in this matchup. Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate wins here because it offers a lighter calorie hit (130 vs 180), more protein per 100 calories (21.5g vs 16.7g).
Full side-by-side of protein, calories, macros, and protein density for Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate and Vega Performance Protein + Recovery below.
Transparent Labs

Protein
28g
Calories
130
Protein per 100 cal
21.5g
Pros
- Lower calorie load: 130 calories vs 180.
- Better protein density: 21.5g protein per 100 calories.
Cons
- Less protein per serving: 28g vs 30g.
Vega

Protein
30g
Calories
180
Protein per 100 cal
16.7g
Pros
- More protein per serving: 30g vs 28g.
Cons
- Higher calorie count: 180 vs 130.
- Lower protein density than Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate (16.7g vs 21.5g protein per 100 calories).
| Metric | Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate | Vega Performance Protein + Recovery |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28g | 30gBest |
| Calories | 130Best | 180 |
| Carbs | — | — |
| Fat | — | — |
| Protein per 100 cal | 21.5gBest | 16.7g |
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate is the stronger overall pick in this matchup.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate wins here because it offers a lighter calorie hit (130 vs 180), more protein per 100 calories (21.5g vs 16.7g).
Choose Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate if you care more about lower calorie load: 130 calories vs 180.
Choose Vega Performance Protein + Recovery if you care more about more protein per serving: 30g vs 28g.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vega Performance Protein + Recovery has more protein per serving: 30g versus 28g.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate is the lighter option at 130 calories, compared with 180 calories for the alternative.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate is the more protein-dense pick at about 21.5g of protein per 100 calories.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate is the stronger overall pick in this matchup. Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate wins here because it offers a lighter calorie hit (130 vs 180), more protein per 100 calories (21.5g vs 16.7g). Because they are in the same category, this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
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