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Latest four-week snapshot through 2026-08-13 · 2 waves. Use the controls above to change the window.
Protein Shakes (RTD) · 2 waves · n=144 answers, pooled
How often each assistant brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| assistant | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 0% | 0 of 48 |
| Claude | 8% | 4 of 48 |
| Gemini | 19% | 9 of 48 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | 8% | 6 of 72 | |
| 2026-08-13 | 10% | 7 of 72 | +2 points |
Recurring descriptions in the assistants' own words, grouped by theme.
“* **Best for:** North American buyers looking for a simple, budget-friendly staple.”
“Soylent and Jimmy Joy are the two budget standouts, delivering complete nutrition at a lower cost per meal than most premium shakes. You can expect to pay around $2-$4 per meal, putting it right in line with Huel's pricing, though many find Soylent's texture smoother than Huel's”
“If you want something that is a true, healthy "meal in a glass" rather than just a diet shake, buying bulk meal replacement powders is highly cost-effective.”
“**Soylent** is another go-to budget option.”
“They typically range from 250 to 400 calories and offer a balanced ratio of protein, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, fiber, and a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals.”
“Bulk "Complete Nutrition" Powders (Soylent, Huel, Jimmy Joy)”
“- **Soylent** – Balanced calories (~400/bottle), fiber, vitamins/minerals, plant-based protein.”
“Soylent Complete Meal RTD (Smoothest Texture)”
“75 each** | Vegan, 20 g protein, 0 g sugar; closest broadly comparable plant-based option | Not necessarily suitable if you specifically rely on OWYN’s extensive allergen-free positioning.”
“44 each** | 30 g protein, 0 g sugar, plus a more meal-replacement-style vitamin/mineral profile | Contains soy; subscription pricing is required for the best price.”
50 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone.
“Balanced calories (~400/bottle), fiber, vitamins/minerals, plant-based protein.”
“If you want a standalone meal replacement, go with Huel RTD or Soylent — they're calorically complete and nutritionally fortified.”
“Soylent is one of the original tech-oriented meal replacements and is famous for its incredibly smooth, milkshake-like texture.”
“Soylent is one of the original pioneers of the complete meal space. Unlike some plant-based shakes that can taste chalky or gritty, Soylent is remarkably smooth and creamy.”
“Soylent Ready-to-Drink (Best for Smooth Texture)”
“Soylent offers the lowest price point at approximately $1.82 per serving but provides the least protein.”
“its most basic powder costs a little less than Soylent's at a similar quantity, but Huel is more expensive in just about every other category.”
“Soylent produces meal replacement products including ready-to-drink shakes with plant-based protein and essential nutrients.”
“**Soylent Complete Protein** | 30g | **$3.25/shake** (12 for $39 one-time) | You use OWYN Pro Elite/high-protein shakes and don't mind soy.”
“Although brands like Soylent or Huel have a higher upfront cost, they can actually be cheaper than SlimFast when you look at cost-per-calorie and nutritional density.”
“Premium brands like Soylent, YFood, and Herbalife are positioned as competitors, but are generally priced similarly or higher than SlimFast”
“Avoid if price is your priority: Soylent; its current products are generally around $2–under $4 per serving, so it usually will not beat Huel Essential or Plenny Shake powder.”
“**Soylent:** its official FAQ puts it at roughly **$3 per meal**, so it generally isn't cheaper than Huel Powder.”
Which competitors assistants suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
16 of 50 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| lyfefuel.com | 3 |
| reddit.com | 3 |
| forbes.com | 3 |
| origym.co.uk | 3 |
| innerbody.com | 2 |
| centralmarket.com | 2 |
| soylent.com | 1 |
| doordash.com | 1 |
| bodyspec.com | 1 |
| healthline.com | 1 |
| eatthismuch.com | 1 |
| carewell.com | 1 |
Stores and sites assistants name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| Soylent (direct) | 4 |
| Amazon | 1 |
| grocery stores | 1 |
| faq | 1 |
| supermarket shelves | 1 |
| local grocery stores | 1 |
| gas stations | 1 |
| stores | 1 |
| online | 1 |
| US supermarkets | 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.