Data as of Oct 18, 2026Based on 689 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
Transparent Labs holds a narrow lead over Optimum Nutrition, with recommendations centering on clean-ingredient whey isolate and pre-workout formulas. For plant-based powders that avoid a chalky texture, Truvani is the usual answer.
Rank and Mentioned in · since Jul 5
| # | Brand | Recommended for | Mentioned in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | grass-fed whey isolate with clean ingredients and pre-workout supplements | grass-fed whey isolate with clean ingredients and pre-workout supplements | 32% |
| 2 | broad fitness goals, weight gain shakes, and creatine powders | broad fitness goals, weight gain shakes, and creatine powders | 30% |
| 3 | zero-taste unflavored powders and low-carb whey for weight loss | zero-taste unflavored powders and low-carb whey for weight loss | 23% |
| 4 | smooth plant-based shakes free of dairy and grit | smooth plant-based shakes free of dairy and grit | 17% |
| 5 | minimal-ingredient unflavored powders for smoothies and oatmeal | minimal-ingredient unflavored powders for smoothies and oatmeal | 16% |
| 6 | affordable organic plant protein and ready-to-drink meal replacement shakes | affordable organic plant protein and ready-to-drink meal replacement shakes | 16% |
| 7 | fast-absorbing hydrolyzed whey isolate for lactose sensitivity and smooth mixing | fast-absorbing hydrolyzed whey isolate for lactose sensitivity and smooth mixing | 14% |
| 8 | hydrolyzed protein options designed for easy digestion and fast mixing | hydrolyzed protein options designed for easy digestion and fast mixing | 12% |
| 9 | widely available ready-to-drink shakes with multiple flavor options | widely available ready-to-drink shakes with multiple flavor options | 11% |
| 10 | high-protein dairy shakes praised for milkshake-like taste | high-protein dairy shakes praised for milkshake-like taste | 11% |
| 11 | 10% | ||
| 12 | 9% | ||
| 13 | 8% | ||
| 14 | 7% | ||
| 15 | 7% |
What’s changing · since July
Since July, Transparent Labsrising became a common answer for low-carb whey suited for weight loss. Dymatize ISO100rising expanded its visibility across the market, and Soylentrising became a regular mention for meal replacement shakes.
Week of Aug 24–30 · Since Jul 5
Widest split: Transparent Labs, 24% on ChatGPT Search and 40% on Google AI Mode.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transparent Labs | 24% | 40% | |
| Optimum Nutrition | 25% | 33% | |
| Isopure | 24% | 22% | |
| OWYN | 18% | 17% | |
| NAKED Nutrition | 17% | 15% | |
| Orgain | 18% | 14% | |
| Dymatize ISO100 | 15% | 12% | |
| Dymatize | 16% | 8% | |
| Premier Protein | 12% | 11% | |
| Fairlife Core Power | 12% | 10% |
17% of citations point at the ranked brands’ own sites. healthline.com, forbes.com, reddit.com are the most-cited sites outside the ranked brands’ own domains.
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Mentioned in · since Jul 5
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