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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 | 83% | 60 of 72 |
| Claude | 96% | 69 of 72 |
| Gemini | 86% | 62 of 72 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | 90% | 65 of 72 | |
| 2026-08-13 | 86% | 62 of 72 | -4 points |
| 2026-08-17 | 89% | 64 of 72 | +3 points |
Recurring descriptions in the models' own words, grouped by theme.
“Their *Nutrition Plan* shakes have 30g of protein, 2g of sugar, and taste incredibly rich and creamy (similar to a standard milkshake).”
“* **Premier Protein** is highly cost-effective and easy to find in bulk (at grocery stores, target, or wholesale clubs like Costco).”
“* **Why it's a great alternative:** Extremely popular, widely available, and delivers 30g of protein with only 1g of sugar and 160 calories.”
“* **Why it's a great alternative:** Extremely popular, widely available, and delivers 30g of protein with only 1g of sugar and 160 calories.”
“* **Why it's a great alternative:** Extremely popular, widely available, and delivers 30g of protein with only 1g of sugar and 160 calories.”
“* **Cost & Availability:** It is significantly cheaper per bottle than OWYN and can be found easily in almost any grocery store, gas station, or wholesale club.”
“* **No Sweetener Aftertaste:** Premier Protein relies heavily on artificial sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame potassium), which can leave a lingering chemical sweetness in your mouth.”
“They offer 30g of protein, low sugar, and a massive variety of flavors (like Bananas & Cream, Cafe Latte, and Chocolate Peanut Butter).”
“For the vast majority of busy people, gym-goers, and those on weight-loss journeys, Premier Protein is considered **one of the best budget-friendly, high-protein options on the market.”
“* **Premier Protein** is dairy-based (milk protein concentrate), meaning it has a smooth, creamy, milkshake-like consistency that is highly widely praised.”
659 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone. Recent quotes are deduplicated and mixed across models.
“Premier Protein shakes are already priced competitively (often around $1.50–$2 per bottle when bought in bulk from stores like Costco or Sam's Club)”
“Premier Protein wins the value contest decisively at $0.06 per gram of protein. On Amazon, Premier Protein Shake wins at ~$28–$32 for a 12-pack”
“**Premier Protein 30g shakes (12-pack):** A solid lower-cost substitute. Walmart lists a 12-pack at **$25.17**—about **$2.10 per shake**—with **30g protein**.”
“It is essentially a direct, highly-affordable replica of Premier Protein.”
“It's the better default RTD: 30 g protein for 160 calories, with only 1 g sugar and no added sugar—very strong protein-per-calorie value.”
“Vs. Premier Protein / Fairlife: These dairy-based shakes offer higher bioavailability (whey/milk protein) and are often cheaper, but they are absolutely not suitable for vegans or those with dairy allergies.”
“Premier Protein (comparison) | 30 g | $8.58 / 4-pack | $2.15”
“While buying Premier Protein 4-packs at a local grocery store can be pricey (~$2.80+ per shake), buying them in bulk at warehouse clubs makes them highly affordable. They offer 30g of protein, 160 calories, and come in a massive variety of ”
“Costco's Premier Protein 18-packs have recently been around **$22.67**, or about **$1.26 each**, with **30 g protein**. They're good for a fast breakfast *paired with fruit or oatmeal*, but are not designed to match SlimFast's fiber/vitamin”
“It's reasonably affordable, especially bought in bulk — costing approximately $2.62 per bottle at retail (often cheaper on Amazon or at Costco). **Convenience:** As one reviewer summarized: "Premier Protein shakes aren't perfect. They're pr”
“Premier Protein faced a class-action lawsuit alleging that Premier Protein Ready-to-Drink Shakes were shown to only contain between 26.9g and 28.34g protein, not the 30g specified on the label.”
“**Skip Premier Protein unless it's on sale or you strongly prefer its flavor.** It also has 30 g protein, but current 12-packs were around **$23.97–$26.74**—roughly $2+ per shake.”
“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”
“many popular "protein shakes" (Fairlife Core Power, Premier Protein, etc.) are **not** true meal replacements”
“In a major $9 million class-action settlement, independent testing showed that Premier Protein's "30g" shakes actually contained between 26.9g and 28.3g of protein.”
Which competitors models suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
103 of 659 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| reddit.com | 18 |
| garagegymreviews.com | 18 |
| foodnetwork.com | 17 |
| thebalancednutritionist.com | 6 |
| youtube.com | 6 |
| knownwell.co | 6 |
| walmart.com | 5 |
| drinkwholesome.com | 5 |
| facebook.com | 5 |
| lemon8-app.com | 5 |
| ubiehealth.com | 4 |
| barbend.com | 4 |
Stores and sites models name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| Costco | 115 |
| Walmart | 94 |
| Sam's Club | 83 |
| premierprotein | 49 |
| Target | 44 |
| Amazon | 42 |
| grocery stores | 10 |
| Smart & Final | 8 |
| convenience shops | 7 |
| gym vending machines | 7 |
| BJ's | 6 |
| grocery store | 6 |
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.