A bigger tub or a lower price does not always mean better value. Price per gram of protein gives a fair comparison.
The formula
- Scoops per tub = tub weight ÷ scoop weight.
- Total protein in the tub = scoops per tub × protein per scoop.
- Price per gram of protein = price ÷ total protein in grams.
Worked example (illustrative numbers only)
Tub A: 1,000 g tub, 30 g scoop, 24 g protein per scoop, priced at ₹3,000.
- Scoops: 1,000 ÷ 30 ≈ 33
- Total protein: 33 × 24 = 792 g
- Price per gram: 3,000 ÷ 792 ≈ ₹3.8
Tub B: 1,000 g tub, 30 g scoop, 20 g protein per scoop, priced at ₹2,400.
- Total protein: 33 × 20 = 660 g
- Price per gram: 2,400 ÷ 660 ≈ ₹3.6
Here Tub B is slightly cheaper per gram of protein, even though Tub A has more protein per scoop. These numbers are only an example, not real prices.
Other things to check
- Compare tubs of similar size, since large tubs often lower the cost per gram.
- Check whether discounts apply to the size you are buying.
- Cheaper is not better if the taste or mixing puts you off.
General information, not medical advice. Talk to a doctor or registered dietitian if you have a health condition.