Based on nine rated factors, Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein by Optimum Nutrition is a better product than Protegen by Morphogen Nutrition. The tables on this page provide a side by side comparison allowing you to make a more informed decision on which product is more effective.

The simple report at the top of the page is a quick and easy way to gauge product effectiveness. For more information, scroll down to the detailed report.

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Gold Standard 100 Percent Casein Protein by Optimum Nutrition Protegen by Morphogen Nutrition

Simple Report

Products are compared against each other in eight areas. A green checkmark is placed under the product that scores higher in each category. An equal sign is shown if both products are equal in a category.

Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein Protegen
Effectiveness Rating
Nutrition Label Transparency
Fat Content Transparency
Effective Ingredients
Ineffective Ingredients
Research Rating
Protein Percent of Calories
Protein Percent of Serving Size
Ranking Within Category
Total Score 4 2

The final score is 4 - 2 in favor of Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein by Optimum Nutrition. To get a more detailed report on how each product is rated and which one is better tailored to fit your needs, scroll below to the detailed report.

Detailed Report

Overview Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein Protegen
Manufacturer Optimum Nutrition Morphogen Nutrition
Product Category Protein Supplements Protein Supplements
Effectiveness Rating
2.8 out of 3

2.4 out of 3
Nutrition Label Transparency 0% 50%
Fat Content Transparency 100% 33%
Serving Size 1 scoop (34g) 1 scoop (30g)
Protein Percent of Serving Size 71% 67%
Effective Ingredients 1 1
Ineffective Ingredients 0 0
Research Rating
60

80
Ranking Within Category 19 out of 462 246 out of 462

Macronutrient Comparison

Overview Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein Protegen
Calories 120 100
Fat 1g 1g
Carbohydrates 3g 3g
Protein 24g 20g
Fat Percent of Calories 8% 9%
Carbs Percent of Calories 10% 12%
Protein Percent of Calories 80% 80%

Ingredient Comparison

This section compares the ingredients and amounts found in both products. Products with a transparency score below 100% do not have amounts for all ingredients.

Ingredient Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein Protegen
Micellar Casein amt not listed
Whey Protein Isolate amt not listed

Product Labels

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Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein Protegen
Gold Standard 100% Casein Protein by Optimum Nutrition Product Label Protegen by Morphogen Nutrition Product Label