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Whey and whey isolate comparison

Rule 1 R1 Protein Whey Isolate vs Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed

Rule 1 R1 Protein scores higher on our standard, 78/100 to 63/100. It earns more points for third-party testing (Informed Choice vs none found).

Both are scored out of 100 against our published standard: protein density, third-party testing, label transparency, sugar, ingredient simplicity and verified label data. Every number below is from the manufacturer's label; last checked 2026-10-13.

Rule 1

R1 Protein Whey Isolate

Our score
78/100
Protein
25g
Per 25 g
—
of protein
Informed Choice

Dymatize

ISO100 Hydrolyzed

Our score
63/100
Protein
25g
Per 25 g
—
of protein
No third-party testing found

Side by side

Per serving, from each label. Bold marks the better score, protein density, sugar and cost where the two differ. How we score

Rule 1 R1 Protein and Dymatize ISO100 compared
ComparedRule 1 R1 ProteinDymatize ISO100
Our score78/100 (better)63/100
Protein density22 / 3078% of each scoop is protein22 / 3078% of each scoop is protein
Third-party testing15 / 25 (better)Independently tested for contaminants or label accuracy0 / 25No verified independent testing program
Label transparency20 / 20Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking20 / 20Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking
Sugar10 / 100 g sugar per serving10 / 101 g sugar per serving
Ingredient simplicity6 / 10Mix of natural and artificial flavors or sweeteners6 / 10Mix of natural and artificial flavors or sweeteners
Verified label data5 / 57 of 7 label values verified5 / 57 of 7 label values verified
TypeWhey IsolateWhey Isolate
Protein per serving25 g25 g
Serving size1 scoop (32 g)1 scoop (32g)
Protein by weight78%78%
Sugar0 g (better)1 g
Calories120120
Cost per 25 g proteinNot verifiedNot verified
Price per servingNot verifiedNot verified
Third-party certificationsInformed ChoiceNone found
SweetenersSucralose, Acesulfame PotassiumSucralose, Steviol Glycosides
AllergensMilk, SoyMilk, Soy
Proprietary blendNoNo
Added free amino acids (amino spiking)NoNo
Last checked2026-10-132026-10-13

Which to choose

Only the differences in our records. A value we couldn't verify never counts as a difference.

Choose Rule 1 R1 Protein if…

  • You want independent testing for contaminants or label accuracy (Informed Choice); we found no third-party testing for Dymatize ISO100.
  • You want less sugar (0 g vs 1 g per serving).

Choose Dymatize ISO100 if…

On the label facts we track, Dymatize ISO100 has no clear edge over Rule 1 R1 Protein. Taste, how it mixes and the price where you shop may still decide it.

The two powders

Rule 1

R1 Protein Whey Isolate

Whey Isolate · 32 g scoop
Informed Choice
Protein
25g
Sugar
0g
Our score
78/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-13
Dymatize

ISO100 Hydrolyzed

Whey Isolate · 32 g scoop
No third-party testing found
Protein
25g
Sugar
1g
Our score
63/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-13

Good to know

Labels and prices change, so check the package before buying, especially if you have allergies. If you are pregnant, nursing, buying for a child or managing a health condition, ask your doctor before adding a supplement.