Key Differences: Mass Gainers vs Protein Powder
Calories per serving 500–1,200+ 100–150 Protein per serving 20–50 g 20–30 g Carbs per serving 50–200 g 1–10 g Typical use Boost overall calorie intake Increase protein intake Cost per serving $1.50–$3+ $0.80–$2 Best for Hardgainers, extreme bulking phases Lean
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- Calories per serving
- 500–1,200+
- 100–150
- Protein per serving
- 20–50 g
- 20–30 g
- Carbs per serving
- 50–200 g
- 1–10 g
- Typical use
- Boost overall calorie intake
- Increase protein intake
- Cost per serving
- $1.50–$3+
- $0.80–$2
- Best for
- Hardgainers, extreme bulking phases
- Lean muscle support, cutting phases