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Latest four-week snapshot through 2026-07-29 · 1 wave. Use the controls above to change the window.
Protein Bars · 1 wave · n=72 answers, pooled
How often each assistant brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| assistant | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 8% | 2 of 24 |
| Claude | 50% | 12 of 24 |
| Gemini | 21% | 5 of 24 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | 26% | 19 of 72 |
Recurring descriptions in the assistants' own words, grouped by theme.
“* **Superior Nutritional Profile:** Both bars provide a solid **20 grams of protein**, but Barebells does it much more efficiently:”
“*(Note: The only exception is if you are strictly vegan—since Clif Builders is plant-based while Barebells contains dairy—otherwise, Barebells is the clear winner.”
“* **Buy CLIF Builders if:** You want a budget-friendly, great-tasting, plant-based protein bar to eat immediately after a heavy workout, during a long hike, or as an occasional sweet treat that still packs a protein punch.”
“* **Clif Builders:** Offers **20g of protein**, but it comes with **280–290 calories** and a hefty **17g of sugar** (mostly added sugar).”
“**The tradeoffs (to be fair):** Clif Builders is cheaper — CLIF Builder's bars are among the most affordable protein bars with 20g protein, and at under $2 per bar, they deliver excellent protein-per-dollar value — and it's plant-based/soy, which some prefer.”
“* **Plant-Based and Gluten-Free:** If you are a vegan or vegetarian athlete, finding a cheap, high-protein bar with 20g of complete plant-based protein (from soy) that is also certified gluten-free is a massive plus.”
“98/6-pack) | **20 g plant protein** | A plant-based option without artificial sweeteners |”
“* **Clif Builders:** Offers **20g of protein**, but it comes with **280–290 calories** and a hefty **17g of sugar** (mostly added sugar).”
“**Clif Builders** – Named a top overall pick by Forbes' expert panel for 2026 as their **Best Protein Bar Overall**.”
“98/6-pack) | **20 g plant protein** | A plant-based option without artificial sweeteners |”
102 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone.
“Named best protein bar overall for 2026, with 8 flavors including Oreo and Vanilla Almond, using soy protein and delivering 20 grams of protein.”
“Clif Builders is rated Best Protein Bar Overall, coming in 8 flavors including Oreo and Vanilla Almond, with 20 grams of protein from soy protein.”
“available in 8 flavors including Oreo and Vanilla almond, made with soy protein, delivering 20 grams of protein per bar. It's designed for athletes who need fuel, with 20g protein and higher calories and carbs for energy—solid for hikers, c”
“Rated best protein bar overall, with 8 flavors including Oreo and Vanilla Almond, using soy protein and delivering 20 grams of protein.”
“Named best protein bar overall for 2026, coming in flavors like Oreo and Vanilla Almond, made with soy protein and delivering 20 grams of protein.”
“CLIF Builder's: Designed for athletes who need fuel, with 20g protein plus higher calories and carbs for energy — solid for hikers, climbers, and endurance athletes, though not ideal for dieters.”
“Compared to bars like Clif Builders and David Bars, RXBars are on the lower end of the protein scale”
“though compared to bars like Clif Builders and David Bars, RxBars are on the lower end of the protein scale”
“Compared to bars like Clif Builders and David Bars, RxBars are on the lower end of the protein scale”
“CLIF Builder's bars are a solid choice for some people, but not a slam dunk for everyone — it really depends on what you're looking for.”
“we wouldn't recommend Clif Builders as an everyday snack for health reasons”
“typically 20g protein with far less sugar and fewer calories than CLIF Builders”
“Clif Builders gives more protein (20 g), but it's also much more candy-bar-like—higher in added sugars and saturated fat, with a longer processed-ingredient list.”
“versus CLIF Builders' 20g protein alongside substantially more calories and added sugar”
“Clif Builders, on the other hand, are packed with sugar (often around 17g or more), making them closer to an energy bar or meal replacement than a clean protein snack.”
Which competitors assistants suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
12 of 104 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| proteinbar.com | 3 |
| target.com | 2 |
| thehikersnutritionist.com.au | 2 |
| reddit.com | 2 |
| theunmanlychef.com | 2 |
| cheatdaydesign.com | 1 |
| cleverhiker.com | 1 |
| forbes.com | 1 |
| theprobar.com | 1 |
| samsclub.com | 1 |
| kaynutrition.com | 1 |
| fairwaymarket.com | 1 |
Stores and sites assistants name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| clifbar | 8 |
| Walmart | 5 |
| AllStarHealth | 2 |
| Target | 2 |
| rei | 1 |
| Clif | 1 |
| shop | 1 |
| grocery stores | 1 |
| gas stations | 1 |
| Costco | 1 |
| Sam's Club | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.