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Best Protein Powder

Protein powders, ranked

471 powders scored against our published standard. Every number comes from the manufacturer's label; a dash means we couldn't verify it. Last checked 2026-10-14.

Most kids get enough protein from food. Before buying, read what to look for in a kids' shake and check with your pediatrician.

Highest score
Perk Energy

Perk Jr Protein for Kids

Milk Protein · 21 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing found
Protein
8g
Sugar
4g
Our score
47/100
$2.00 / servingChecked 2026-10-14
Gritzo

SuperMilk Growth+

Milk Protein · 33.33 g scoop
No third-party testing found15 g sugar
Protein
10g
Sugar
15g
Our score
43/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Complan

Complan Nutrition Drink Powder for Kids

Milk Protein · 33 g scoop
Kids · 6–12 years
No third-party testing found15 g sugar
Protein
5.9g
Sugar
15g
Our score
39/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Little Joys

Nutrimix (2–6 Years)

Milk Protein · 30 g scoop
No third-party testing found12.73 g sugar
Protein
5g
Sugar
12.73g
Our score
39/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Complan

Complan NutriGro (2–6 years)

Milk Protein · 45 g scoop
No third-party testing found17.2 g sugar
Protein
5.6g
Sugar
17.2g
Our score
33/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Mindful Nutrition

Mindful Kids Nutrition Protein Shake Mix

Milk Protein · 20 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing found7 g sugarProprietary blend
Protein
8g
Sugar
7g
Our score
33/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14
Horlicks

Horlicks Growth Plus

Milk Protein · 24 g scoop
Kids
No third-party testing foundAdded amino acids
Protein
6g
Sugar
—
Our score
24/100
Price not verifiedChecked 2026-10-14