Tasting and rating vegan vanilla protein powders (not sponsored)
Finding a great vegan protein powder that actually tastes good can be a challenge, especially when you’re looking for that classic vanilla flavour.
I’ve tested some of the best options on the market to see how they stack up in taste, texture, nutrition and value. Here are my favourites!
If you’re looking for the best deals, you’ll find discount codes for most of the vegan protein brands featured in this post!
What are the best vegan vanilla protein powders?
Vivolife Perform Plant Protein - Madagascan Vanilla
A premium plant-based protein powder crafted from fermented yellow pea and cold-pressed hemp protein, Vivolife's Perform Plant Protein offers a complete amino acid profile, making it an excellent choice for muscle recovery and overall wellness. Enhanced with turmeric extract, it also helps reduce and prevent inflammation.
Protein per serving: 25g including 6 grams of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs)
Calories per serving: 131 kcal
Price: £44.99 for 26 servings or £33.74 on your first subscription order
My personal rating: 8/10. I love it in my morning porridge and it doesn’t cause any bloating. The turmeric taste is slightly overpowering the vanilla.
Read my unsponsored Vivolife Perform Plant Protein review.
Hermosa Sculpt Vegan Protein - Vanilla
Hermosa Sculpt Vegan Protein combines high-quality pea protein isolate with white hemp protein to give your muscles a clean, plant-based boost.
The pea protein is highly digestible and rich in amino acids, while the hemp protein provides all nine essential amino acids from a sustainable, allergen-free source. Naturally sourced vanilla adds a subtle, smooth flavour, making it a satisfying option for daily shakes.
Protein per serving: 20g
Calories per serving: 126 kcal
Price: £35 for 16 servings
Overall rating: 8/10, I’m a huge fan of the taste especially with almond milk, but it’s not cheap.
Form Nutrition Vegan Performance Protein - Vanilla
Form Nutrition's Vegan Performance Protein is a high-quality plant-based protein powder made with pea, pumpkin seed and rice protein.
Not only is it enhanced wit anti-inflammatory turmeric and black pepper extracts, but it also contains digestive enzymes for optimal wellness.
Protein per serving: 30g including 5 grams of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs)
Calories per serving: 154 kcal
Price: £22.50 for 13 servings - Get 10% off via this link
Overall rating: 10/10, it tastes incredible even with just water.
Veloforte Molto Protein Shake - Vanilla, Cinnamon & Ashwagandha
Veloforte's Molto Protein Shake offers a complete plan protein blend of pea, rice and pumpkin, combined with adaptogenic Ashwagandha to help manage stress and support recovery.
The vanilla and cinnamon flavour provides a comforting taste, making it a delightful post-workout option.
Protein per serving: 20g
Calories per serving: 112 kcal
Price: £29.69 per serving (for a 10 serving pouch) - Get 20% off with code CHLOE-AV20 here
Overall rating: 9/10, really enjoying the taste and the sachet format is great for travel.
Purition Vegan 2.0 Blend - Vanilla
Purition's Vegan 2.0 Blend is more than a protein supplement, it’s a whole-food nutrition shake that combines pea & fava bean protein with a whole food blend including coconut, almond and flaxseed, offering 12g healthy fats per serving.
Its creamy, fulfilling texture is naturally sweetened, providing a satisfying meal replacement or snack if you’re short on time.
Protein per serving: 16.6g
Calories per serving: 192 kcal
Price: £20 for 12 servings - Get 10% off with code CHLOEHAMARD here
Overall rating: 8/10, the sachet format comes in handy for travels. The healthy fat content makes it more filling, which is great to combat cravings.
Read my unsponsored Purition review
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