Protein rivalries

The matchups everyone argues about, settled on the label. Each verdict is built from live UK catalog data — efficiency scores, macros, and manufacturer-verified amino profiles where they exist. No estimates, no sponsorships, no fence-sitting.

Powders

Impact Whey vs Gold Standard 100% Whey

Verdict

Gold Standard wins on the label

Impact Whey vs Bulk Pure Whey

Draw

Too close to call — pick your trade-off

Gold Standard 100% Whey vs Bulk Pure Whey

Verdict

Gold Standard wins on the label

Critical Whey vs Impact Whey

Verdict

Impact Whey wins on transparency

MyProtein Clear Whey vs Applied Nutrition Clear Whey

Verdict

Applied Nutrition wins on the label

Bars

Barebells Protein Bar vs Grenade Protein Bar

Verdict

Grenade by a nose — but buy on flavour

PhD Smart Bar vs Grenade Protein Bar

Verdict

Grenade wins clearly

Warrior Crunch vs Barebells Protein Bar

Verdict

Barebells wins — check the fat

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