Best (and Worst) Clean Protein Coffees

Habitone Protein Coffee feels like a luxury option. The Original option tastes like real coffee. Even the flavored versions don't have a strong “gym protein” taste or weird sweetener aftertaste. That means no sugar and no artificial sweeteners. The result is a cleaner feeling protein coffee without any bloating or discomfort.

However, the most surprising thing about Habitone for me was the taste. This was one of the protein coffees I tried, so I was expecting some "off" flavor like the others, but instead it created a creamy and delicious drink that tastes like real coffee. No clumps, strong protein taste, or weird sweetener aftertaste.

The fact that it's lab tested is more than just a bonus. I recently read a Harvard Health article that said many protein powders contain toxins, BPA, heavy metals, and other contaminants "with links to cancer and other health conditions." That's why I will always stick with Habitone because I know it's lab tested.

And the best part, you can try it risk-free. If you don't like it, you can get your money back within 30 days.

Check the current price on the official site

Since the best price is only available on the official website, you won't be able to pick this up at the store. Luckily, you can subscribe, save money, and make sure you never run out.

But the main issue is that they frequently sell out of their most popular flavors, like chocolate and vanilla. If it's in stock, make sure you grab your favorite.

I love that this option packs 20 grams of protein into a serving. Even better, it has a lot of flavors to choose from. They have options ranging from mocha to caramel! Love that.

Plus, it has a decent taste and goes down easily as well. It's a great protein coffee if you don't mind the big downside that holds it back.

There are a few things that prevent this protein coffee from beating Habitone. First, it feels almost impossible to mix smoothly with a frother. It's always thick and clumpy. However, that's not enough to hurt its ranking.

It's the weak and muted coffee taste, sucralose, and high price that really prevent me from raving about Chike. It tasted more like a milky, sweet, flavored protein shake than coffee every time I took it. That was enough for me to choose another protein coffee for my daily use.

There's a lot to like about this protein powder. They have tons of great flavors, and it's really delicious and creamy. Plus, they use a combination of whey and collagen, which tends to be easier on the stomach and can support skin, hair, and joints too.

There's no junk, no artificial colors, no artificial flavors, and it's flavored with real fruit. Plus, they add cordyceps and reishi mushrooms to promote mental clarity and natural energy. Though some might not like that addition to a protein powder, I thought it was pretty unique.

While this option does have more protein than some, it's also 180 calories per serving, and that's not counting milk (water works but isn't as delicious). It's also very expensive, costing $3.00 per serving. The bag only comes with 20 servings at around $60.

Finally, while I didn't have a problem with the cordyceps and reishi, some people prefer their protein to be just protein. Plus, these mushrooms can cause side effects like bloating, nausea, altered blood sugar levels, and more.

There's a lot to like about this protein coffee. It has 20g of protein, and it offers 100mg of caffeine for a steady energy boost. Plus, they have a whole sports nutrition lineup, which makes it easy to stick with one brand.

The 100mg of caffeine is my sweet spot for steady energy. Though the taste isn't really about coffee, the protein and caffeine combination is pretty useful.

There are a few things that prevent this protein coffee from ranking higher. First, it feels almost impossible to mix smoothly. It's always foamy and gritty. After it sits for a while, the protein settles into sludge at the bottom of the glass. However, that's not enough to hurt its ranking.

It's the gut problems that really prevent me from raving about Ascent. It caused me tons of bloating and gas every time I drank it. That was enough for me to choose another protein coffee for my daily use.

I love Everyday Dose for its good balance between coffee and protein, which makes it really creamy. There are no clumps left in the mug, and it still mixes really easily without a frother. Honestly, it's one of the easiest protein coffees I've ever tried, and it comes with goodies including a free shaker and spoon.

There are a couple of major issues I have with this protein coffee. First, the dosing. It might look like a good deal at first glance, but they recommend two servings for just 4 to 8 oz of milk, making it twice as expensive as advertised. Sugar content is a big issue for me — 7 grams per serving.

This protein coffee offers 18 flavors to choose from, so there's something for everyone. At $1.75 per serving, it's solid for daily use, whether you choose Hazelnut, Vanilla, or another flavor. It adds probiotics and MCTs for gut health and uses natural sweeteners, so you know exactly what you're putting in your coffee cup.

Since this protein coffee uses several natural sweeteners, some flavors taste too chemical and sweet. That adds an unpleasant taste to the Hazelnut and Vanilla flavors I tried. It doesn't mix well even with a blender, powder sticks to the sides of the cup and the overall consistency stays clumpy.