Updated October 14, 2026 · ThriveCue Editorial Team
Protein Works vs Vital Proteins
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Protein Works |  Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | £8.99 | $29.99 |
| Price per serving | £0.15 | $2.31 |
| Money-back period | 180 daysHigher | 30 days |
| Markets | GB, IE, FR | US |
| Certifications | Not confirmed | Nsf, Gmp |
Same on both: Third-party tested (No), Subscription discount (15%).
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Key differences
- Protein Works scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.0.
- Money-back period is higher at Protein Works: 180 days vs 30 days.
- Protein Works is available in 2 more countries.
- Products: only Protein Works offers Multivitamins, Vitamins minerals, Omega 3.
- Diets: only Protein Works offers Vegan, Vegetarian.
- Diets: only Vital Proteins offers Keto.
- Markets: only Protein Works offers GB, IE, FR.
- Markets: only Vital Proteins offers US.
Our verdict on each
Protein Works
Protein Works suits shoppers who want a wide range of daily supplement categories at a low entry price, with £8.99 to start. Buyers who put independent lab testing at the top of their list should look further, since third-party testing is not offered.
Vital Proteins
Vital Proteins suits anyone who wants a collagen-led range from a young US brand now owned by a large food group, and who will pay more per serving than most rivals for the same shelf space. It scores 9 overall, with a 68 place on starting price across the brands we price.
Score breakdown
| Area | Protein Works | Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.8HigherEntry pricing of £8.99 and £0.15 per serving sit at 15 of 121 brands. | 8.7Entry price of $29.99 ranks 68 of 157, but $2.31 per serving drops it to 100. |
| Offer | 9.2HigherRange covers multivitamins, vitamins minerals and omega 3, with 15% off subscriptions and 180 days for returns. | 9.0A subscription discount of 15% and 30 days for returns, on a range limited to collagen, greens and probiotics. |
| Trust | 8.9Third-party testing is not offered, though email, chat and phone and 2013 add some confidence. | 9.3Highernsf and gmp and a named legal entity, Nestlé HealthCare Nutrition, Inc. dba Vital Proteins, offset by a third-party tested answer of no. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Protein Works | Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | United States |
Additional countries for Protein Works: 3. Additional countries for Vital Proteins: 1.
Where these facts come from
Protein Works
- theproteinworks.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Vital Proteins
- vitalproteins.com: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Protein Works | Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| Gut health, greens and collagen | 17 of 172 | 23 of 172 |
| Protein powders | 8 of 111 | 10 of 111 |
| Creatine, pre-workout and electrolytes | 9 of 93 | 11 of 93 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Protein Works | Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Multivitamins, Vitamins minerals, Omega 3, Probiotics, Greens, Collagen, Sleep stress, Nootropics, ElectrolytesCovers more | Collagen, Greens, Probiotics |
| Diets | Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten free | Gluten free, Keto |
| Legal entity | Class Delta Limited | Nestlé HealthCare Nutrition, Inc. dba Vital Proteins |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | United States |
| Founded | 2013 | 2013 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre |
Sports nutrition
| Fact | Protein Works | Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving (g) | 20 | 20 |
| Flavours (flavours) | 8Higher | 1 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Protein Works | Vital Proteins | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subscription discount | 15%at the median | 15%at the median | 15% |
| Money-back period | 180 dayshighest quarter | 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
Median across 167 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Protein Works
Pros
- Covers a wide list of categories in multivitamins, vitamins minerals and omega 3, from multivitamins to electrolytes.
- Entry point of £8.99 with a per serving cost of £0.15, ranked 15 of 121 brands on price per serving.
- The range suits different diets, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options on the multivitamin formula.
Cons
- Delivery covers GB, IE and FR, which is a narrower set of markets than some pharmacy-led rivals.
- The range carries 8 flavours on its whey protein line, but the entry pricing and per serving cost come from the multivitamin product.
- The £8.99 entry price ranks 23 of 157 brands, so the price on the front of the pack sits mid-table.
Vital Proteins
Pros
- Certifications are on the record: nsf and gmp covers its manufacturing standards.
- Support runs on email, phone and chat, so help is reachable by more than one route.
- Returns are straightforward with 30 days on the money-back window.
Cons
- The third-party tested answer is no, and the certifications on record, nsf and gmp, cover manufacturing standards instead.
- The range is narrow at collagen, greens and probiotics, where DocMorris carries multivitamins, vitamins minerals and omega 3 and Apotek Hjartat carries multivitamins, vitamins minerals and omega 3.
- The collagen range lists 1 flavour, which limits choice for anyone sensitive to taste.
Who each suits
Protein Works
Who it suits
- Shoppers who want vitamins, probiotics, greens, collagen, sleep and stress, nootropics and electrolytes from one brand.
- People on vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free diets, covered by vegan, vegetarian and gluten free.
- Buyers in the United Kingdom, IE and FR who value a low per serving cost of £0.15.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who need third-party tested products, since DocMorris and other pharmacy brands list independent testing in this category.
- Anyone outside GB, IE and FR, where the GB, IE and FR delivery list does not reach.
- People who want licensed or prescription oversight, as no licence appears against this brand.
Vital Proteins
Who it suits
- US buyers who want collagen, greens and probiotics under one brand name
- People who prioritise certification and a clear returns window over the lowest per serving cost
- Shoppers who want a young company with a named parent behind it
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want a wide vitamin and mineral range, where DocMorris and Apotek Hjartat both cover far more categories
- Anyone who needs independent batch testing on the label
- Shoppers outside the US looking for a local market
Current offers
Vital Proteins
Current offer
Discount code
15% off first order for newsletter signup: 15%
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Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Protein Works | Vital Proteins |
|---|---|---|
| France | Yes | No |
| Ireland | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Protein Works
How much does Protein Works cost to start?+
The entry price is £8.99 for the multivitamin product. The same product works out at £0.15 per serving, so a larger pack lowers the cost per serving. The per serving figure ranks 15 of 121 brands in this category.
Is there a discount for ordering repeatedly?+
Yes, subscriptions carry a 15% discount against the entry price of £8.99. The discount applies to repeat orders rather than the first purchase, so it only shows on the ongoing cost. Orders placed on a subscription continue until you change them.
Vital Proteins
How much does Vital Proteins cost to start?+
The entry price is $29.99, taken from the collagen peptides rather than from a bundle. Once you are ordering, the number that matters is $2.31 per serving. There is no membership needed to reach either figure.
Does a Vital Proteins subscription cost less?+
Yes, a subscription takes 15% off the ongoing cost. That discount applies for as long as you keep the subscription running, so the renewal price is lower than the one-off price but still recurring. Cancel and the one-off $2.31 per serving applies instead.
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