Experts recommend Optimum Gold Standard Whey more than Premier Protein Shake
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Optimum Gold Standard Whey over Premier Protein Shake, but both Protein Drinks have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Optimum Gold Standard Whey received 2 recommendations: from Popular Science (26 Jun 2023) and The Strategist (7 Jan 2025). Premier Protein Shake was also endorsed 2 times: by Eat This, Not That: (24 Sep 2024) and Health.com (26 Nov 2024). However, experts generally ranked Premier Protein Shake lower than Optimum Gold Standard Whey in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Protein Drink | Eat This, Not That:  | Popular Science  | Health.com  | MedicalNewsToday  | Verywell Fit  | Good Housekeeping  | Insider  | Healthline  | TheManual  | The Strategist  |
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| 5 | - | $36 |  Optimum Gold Standard Whey Optimum Gold Standard Whey Protein Drink is a high-quality protein powder that is low in fat, sugar, and carbohydrates, contains 24 grams of protein per serving, has a pleasant taste and smooth texture, and is highly digestible, making it an excellent choice for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
| 8 | - | $32 |  Premier Protein Shake Convenient and nutritious meal replacement shake that is low in calories, fat, and sugar, and contains a blend of milk protein concentrate, calcium caseinate, and whey protein concentrate, making it an ideal option for those looking to maintain or lose weight, but it contains artificial sweeteners and flavors that can have harmful effects on the gut microbiome and cause chronic GI problems and inflammation. | 5 | - | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 26 Jun 2023 Popular Science ranked Optimum Gold Standard Whey as #1
Rank Protein Drink Comment #1 out of 6 Optimum Gold Standard Whey Best for beginners... ... ... Source: www.popsci.com - On 7 Jan 2025 The Strategist ranked Optimum Gold Standard Whey as #3
Rank Protein Drink Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 15 Optimum Gold Standard Whey Best chocolate-flavored whey protein powder... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 24 Sep 2024 Eat This, Not That: ranked Premier Protein Shake as #5
Rank Protein Drink ... ... #5 out of 12 Premier Protein Shake ... ... Source: www.eatthis.com - On 26 Nov 2024 Health.com ranked Premier Protein Shake as #2
Rank Protein Drink Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 11 Premier Protein Shake Best Budget... ... ... Source: www.health.com
After counting and adding up the 87 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Optimum Gold Standard Whey outranks Premier Protein Shake. This is not to say that Premier Protein Shake is a bad option. Like Optimum Gold Standard Whey, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Optimum Gold Standard Whey outranks Premier Protein Shake by 3 positions. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, Optimum Gold Standard Whey is more critically acclaimed than Premier Protein Shake.
| Rank | Change | Price | Protein Drink | Eat This, Not That: | Popular Science | Health.com | MedicalNewsToday | Verywell Fit | Good Housekeeping |
Insider | Healthline | TheManual | The Strategist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $4 |  Owyn Vegan Protein Shake Plant-based protein shake that is free from the top 8 food allergens, high in protein and fiber, and has a pleasant taste and texture. | - | - | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | - | - | 5 | - |
| 2 | - | $33 |  Aloha Plant Based Protein Shake High-quality, organic, and plant-based protein supplement that is suitable for individuals with dietary restrictions, containing 18-20 grams of protein per serving, low in calories, and comes in four flavors. | 6 | - | - | - | 6 | 2 | 2 | - | 3 | - |
| 3 | - | $50 |  Iconic Protein Drink High-quality, natural protein drink made from grass-fed milk protein isolate that is suitable for a variety of dietary needs and is a great option for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone looking to supplement their diet with protein. | 10 | - | 6 | 10 | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $42 |  Fairlife Elite Core Power | - | - | 10 | 7 | - | - | - | - | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by Fit and Well | 100 |
| Average score based on 9 reviews | 93 |
| Lowest score by proteinpowder.com | 88 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [16]
Total expert reviews: 16
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 11
| Highest score by SheSpeaks | 90 |
| Average score based on 16 reviews | 82 |
| Lowest score by Protein Guide | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Packaging May Vary - New look, with the same trusted quality
- GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY BLEND – 24g blended protein consisting of whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey peptides to support lean muscle mass – they don't call it the GOLD STANDARD of quality for nothing
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From Seller:
- Chocolately goodness: Smooth and creamy, rich chocolate flavored shake; Winner of American Masters of Taste Gold Medal for SUPERIOR TASTING ready-to-drink protein beverages.
- 30g of protein to help curb your hunger as a mid-day snack or for post workout recovery; includes all essential amino acids
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