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Latest three-month snapshot through 2026-08-17 · 3 waves. Use the controls above to change the window.
Protein Shakes (RTD) · 3 waves · n=216 answers, pooled
How often each model brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| model | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 42% | 30 of 72 |
| Claude | 64% | 46 of 72 |
| Gemini | 53% | 38 of 72 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | 49% | 35 of 72 | |
| 2026-08-13 | 56% | 40 of 72 | +7 points |
| 2026-08-17 | 54% | 39 of 72 | -2 points |
Recurring descriptions in the models' own words, grouped by theme.
“* **OWYN:** As a plant-based shake (made of pea, pumpkin seed, and flaxseed protein), OWYN is impressive for its category, but it still carries a slightly earthy, chalky undertone and a thinner consistency.”
“It’s the better default pick: dairy-free, vegan, and free of the major allergens, with a straightforward plant-protein blend and 20–32 g protein depending on the version.”
“* **Allergen-Friendly:** OWYN is strictly tested and certified to be free of the top 9 allergens (including dairy, soy, gluten, and tree nuts).”
“It’s the better default pick: dairy-free, vegan, and free of the major allergens, with a straightforward plant-protein blend and 20–32 g protein depending on the version.”
“* **Clean, Stomach-Friendly Ingredients:** Unlike Muscle Milk, which relies heavily on dairy proteins (milk protein isolate, calcium sodium caseinate), OWYN is 100% plant-based.”
“It’s the better *protein shake*: ~32g protein for 200 calories, zero sugar, and very low carbs.”
“* **Cleaner Ingredients:** Muscle Milk is heavily processed and sweetened with artificial ingredients like sucralose and acesulfame potassium.”
“Zero Sugar & No Sugar Alcohols”
“* **No Artificial Sweeteners:** Muscle Milk is packed with artificial sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium.”
“- The standard shake provides **20 g plant protein** for about **180 calories**, with relatively low sugar (e.”
417 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone. Recent quotes are deduplicated and mixed across models.
“**Vegan / dairy-free and want a meal-like shake:** **OWYN Balanced Nutrition Shake.** It supplies 20g plant protein plus 23 vitamins/minerals, with 250 calories—better as a light meal than a lean protein snack.”
“Plant-based protein shakes can sometimes taste earthy or gritty, but OWYN has mastered the texture and clean ingredient profile.”
“OWYN Pro Elite offers 32g of plant protein with zero sugar and is free of the top allergens, making it the highest-protein vegan ready-to-drink shake available.”
“OWYN 20g Protein Shake”
“Most plant-based protein shakes can be thick, gritty, or earthy. OWYN (Only What You Need) Pro Elite bypasses this with a surprisingly smooth formula using a blend of pea, organic pumpkin seed, and flaxseed protein.”
“For dairy-free, OWYN is solid but not budget-leading: its 20 g four-pack is **$7.99**—about **$2 each**.”
“For many people, yes—especially if you're vegan, allergic to common allergens, or want a clean-label protein option. But it comes at a premium price.”
“OWYN, by comparison, typically contains around 20 grams of protein per serving — so Fairlife gives you 50% more protein per bottle, which matters a lot if your goal is muscle recovery/growth or general satiety.”
“Yes—OWYN is worth it if you need a convenient dairy-free/vegan protein shake, especially if whey or artificial sweeteners bother you.”
“Whether **OWYN** (which stands for *"Only What You Need"*) is worth it depends heavily on your dietary restrictions, budget, and taste preferences. Generally speaking, **OWYN is highly worth it if you have severe food allergies or follow a ”
“product labels prominently advertise "20g of protein" per serving, but independent lab tests show only about 17.5g”
“Typical bottled "protein shakes" such as Fairlife Core Power, Premier Protein, or OWYN protein shakes can be great **snacks or post-workout protein**, but many are only ~150–250 calories and don't provide enough carbs, fats, fiber, and micr”
“A lawsuit claims the company claims there's 20 grams of protein per serving, but tests show there's actually only about 17.5 grams, with independent lab tests showing only about 17.5g.”
“Brands like OWYN and Huel have faced legal scrutiny for failing to accurately represent the actual digestible protein quality of their plant-based products.”
“Lawsuits against plant-based brands like OWYN have centered on whether brands accurately calculate their "Protein Digestibility-Corrected Amino Acid Score" (PDCAAS)”
Which competitors models suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
85 of 424 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| liveowyn.com | 25 |
| samsclub.com | 12 |
| garagegymreviews.com | 11 |
| businessinsider.com | 10 |
| foodnetwork.com | 8 |
| reddit.com | 8 |
| barbend.com | 8 |
| vinepair.com | 6 |
| cheatdaydesign.com | 5 |
| walmart.com | 4 |
| casadesante.com | 3 |
| fittesttravel.com | 2 |
Stores and sites models name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| liveowyn | 63 |
| Walmart | 34 |
| Amazon | 30 |
| Target | 20 |
| Sam's Club | 11 |
| directionsforme | 5 |
| Costco | 3 |
| Whole Foods | 1 |
| kroger | 1 |
| OWYN website | 1 |
| grocery stores | 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.