Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate vs Vega Performance Protein + Recovery
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate edges ahead on a protein + calorie + rating blend. Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate scores higher in that blend because it offers a lighter calorie hit (130 vs 180), more protein per 100 calories (21.5g vs 16.7g), the stronger user rating (4.6 vs undefined).
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
Wins on: Calories, Protein per 100 cal
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.
- Stronger shopper rating: 4.6 vs 0.0.
Cons
- Less protein per serving: 28g vs 30g.
Vega
Wins on: Protein
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 |
| Sugar | 1g | 1g |
| Fiber | — | — |
| Sodium | — | — |
| Carbs | — | — |
| Fat | — | — |
| Protein per 100 cal | 21.5gBest | 16.7g |
“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: Vega Performance Protein + Recovery wins, 30g vs 28g.
- Calories: Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate wins, 130 vs 180.
- Sugar: it's a real tie — both at 1g.
- Protein per 100 cal: Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate wins, 21.5g vs 16.7g.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate edges ahead on a protein + calorie + rating blend.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate scores higher in that blend because it offers a lighter calorie hit (130 vs 180), more protein per 100 calories (21.5g vs 16.7g), the stronger user rating (4.6 vs undefined). 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
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.
"Healthier" depends on your goal: Vega Performance Protein + Recovery has more protein (30g vs 28g); Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate is lower in calories (130 vs 180). 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.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate edges ahead on a protein + calorie + rating blend. Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate scores higher in that blend because it offers a lighter calorie hit (130 vs 180), more protein per 100 calories (21.5g vs 16.7g), the stronger user rating (4.6 vs undefined). Because they are in the same category, this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
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