Based on nine rated factors, Whey Protein Isolate by Barbell Brigade is a better product than Gold Standard Fit 40 by Optimum 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 Fit 40 by Optimum Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate by Barbell Brigade

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 Fit 40 Whey Protein Isolate
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 2 4

The final score is 4 - 2 in favor of Whey Protein Isolate by Barbell Brigade. 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 Fit 40 Whey Protein Isolate
Manufacturer Optimum Nutrition Barbell Brigade
Product Category Protein Supplements Protein Supplements
Effectiveness Rating
2.4 out of 3

2.4 out of 3
Nutrition Label Transparency 50% 83%
Fat Content Transparency 33% 0%
Serving Size 1 scoop (41g) 1 scoop (31.8g)
Protein Percent of Serving Size 73% 79%
Effective Ingredients 3 1
Ineffective Ingredients 0 0
Research Rating
80

80
Ranking Within Category 281 out of 462 211 out of 462

Macronutrient Comparison

Overview Gold Standard Fit 40 Whey Protein Isolate
Calories 150 120
Fat 2g 0g
Carbohydrates 4g 2g
Protein 30g 25g
Fat Percent of Calories 12% 0%
Carbs Percent of Calories 11% 7%
Protein Percent of Calories 80% 83%

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 Fit 40 Whey Protein Isolate
Hydrolyzed Whey Protein amt not listed
Whey Protein Concentrate amt not listed
Whey Protein Isolate amt not listed amt not listed

Product Labels

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Gold Standard Fit 40 Whey Protein Isolate
Gold Standard Fit 40 by Optimum Nutrition Product Label Whey Protein Isolate by Barbell Brigade Product Label