Beef Jerky
33.2gprotein / 100g410 cal · 7.0g fat · $$$ · Quality 0.9
Whey Protein Bar (standard)
20.0gprotein / 100g220 cal · 8.0g fat · $$$ · Quality 0.95
Beef Jerky is in a different weight class here, protein-wise: 33.2g per 100g vs Whey Protein Bar (standard)'s 20.0g, a 13.2g difference that's more about food category than food quality.
Quality flips the other way, though: Whey Protein Bar (standard) has the stronger amino acid profile (high biological value, whey-based) versus Beef Jerky's high biological value, dehydrated complete animal protein.
Cost is roughly comparable between the two ($$$), so budget isn't the deciding factor here.
For anyone avoiding dairy specifically, Beef Jerky is the clear pick over Whey Protein Bar (standard).
Beef Jerky's typical serving also delivers more leucine (2650mg vs Whey Protein Bar (standard)'s 1900mg) — relevant if the goal is maximizing the muscle-protein-synthesis trigger per meal, not just total grams.
If raw protein density is what you're optimizing for, Beef Jerky wins clearly. Choose Whey Protein Bar (standard) instead if its lower fat, cost, or prep time matters more to you than the extra grams.
Full nutrition comparison
| Per 100g | Beef Jerky | Whey Protein Bar (standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33.2g | 20.0g |
| Calories | 410 | 220 |
| Fat | 7.0g | 8.0g |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 22.0g |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 8.0g |
| Quality score | 0.9 | 0.95 |
| Relative cost | $$$ | $$$ |
| Prep time | 0 min | 0 min |
Frequently asked
Which has more protein, beef jerky or whey protein bar (standard)?
Beef Jerky has 33.2g of protein per 100g compared to Whey Protein Bar (standard)'s 20.0g.
Which is lower in calories?
Whey Protein Bar (standard) is lower in calories per 100g, at 220 vs the other's 410.