Pure Protein bars were one of the original protein bars on the market, and they have stood the test of time. They were my introduction to protein bars many years ago, and I think they are perfect for that.
Zing bars are a great plant-based and gluten-free option, and I can definitely recommend them on flavor alone. Unfortunately, the protein content is much lower than other options out there, preventing this from becoming a top-tier vegan protein bar.
NuSkool Krunch bars won't blow you away, but as a plant-based bar with minimal ingredients, they're a great option in the "clean" bar space.
High-protein granola bars are here, and they fit seemingly every box imaginable: gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, and more.
Woo Bars use plant-based whey protein to create a candy bar that is fully plant-based and has half the sugar and twice the protein of most other candy bars.
Fit Crunch Bars have been one of the leaders in the industry for quite some time, and based on the texture of these bars, I can see the appeal. However, the flavor is simply too artificial for me to truly enjoy these bars.
CTRL bars have good flavor, but they are very sweet and lack the nutrition facts that would make this a go-to protein bar. The texture is very similar to Anabar, but overly sweet with less protein overall.
Gatorade protein bars definitely have appeal as a change of pace from the typical chewy protein bars, but with over 300 calories and around 30 grams of sugar per bar, there are far better options out there.
Quest Peanut Butter Cups are a low-carb, high-protein alternative to Reese's Cups that look nearly identical to the real thing. But looks aren't everything...
Mountain Joe's is a UK-based protein bar that is very popular, and the bars remind me a ton of Fit Crunch Bars. Albeit, maybe one step down.
Power Crunch Bars are great for a cheap high-protein snack that's different from most protein bars out there, but the flavors won't blow you away.
1st Phorm has a very loyal following on social media who swear by these bars, so let's see if they can live up to the hype.
Think! bars are pretty underwhelming, but considering their low price tag, they may be worth trying in a pinch. You can do worse, but you can also do much better.
I absolutely love Nick's light ice cream, but their protein bars tend to tell a different story. While the texture of these bars is awesome, the flavor doesn't quite hit the mark.
Clif Builders Bars are decent for what they are, and they do have great texture. But the soy flavor is simply too strong in each bar, overpowering all of the other flavors.
Protein Rice Krispies sound great in theory, but this version just ends up tasting like a chewy cereal bar. It's decent, but not close to the marshmallow treats we all know and love.
Yet another peanut butter-based protein bar has hit the market, and it looks very similar to others out there. But does it taste similar? Spoiler alert: yep!
Magic Spoon is one of the most popular high-protein cereals out there, but can their high-protein marshmallow treats live up to those expectations?
Barebells protein bars are some of the most delicious bars out there, but how do their plant-based protein bars stack up?
If you've ever had a jar of flavored high-protein peanut butter, you've experienced the flavor of Outright bars. They don't stand out against out peanut butter-based bars, but you could do worse.
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If you're expecting a light & airy marshmallow bar, you need to shift your expectations. While not as dense & chewy as a regular protein bar, these ONE crunch bars are much denser than I would have hoped.
There's no denying that MET-Rx bars are fun, and if you need a high-calorie option, these might be a good choice for you. But when compared to the other options available today, these are only average in almost every single category.
Optimum Nutrition protein wafers are a very unique spin on your typical protein bar, but that's only worth something if they actually taste good...