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NOW Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate 25 G With BCAAs Unflavored Powder 5 Pound
Last Updated: August 24, 2021 (Refresh Now)
6.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
996
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786
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Review Analysis - 183 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Body
39foam, powder, plastic, container, taste
+49%
-51%
" ... The closest I can get to describing the flavor it gives to anything you put it in is burnt plastic. ... "
" ... However, even though this is flavorless, there's an aftertaste that taste like I'm eating burnt plastic. ... I believe this is what happens when a product fits there for so long and absorbs the plastic smell from the container. ... "
" ... Smells and tastes like plastic!!! ... "
" ... I hope they consider recalling the poor product or at least figure out a way to get the quality back on the shelves. ... "
" ... Compared to the old one, this "new" one is more yellowish and it is very hard to blend it with water with a normal cup or bowl. ... "
" ... I used to use optimum nutrition whey isolate, and I’m going back to that after I manage to finish my 5lb container. ... "
" ... The bottom half of the bottle does not dissolve, it's lumpy and almost like plastic. ... "
" ... The only concern I have is the amount of foam it creates when being mixed. ... "
Food
23protein, baking, chocolate, whey, tastes like
+65%
-35%
" ... For anyone looking for isolate for gluten free bread baking- this is the one you want! ... I use this in combination with Expandex ( modified tapioca syarch) the two together make actual , kneadable bread dough. ... "
" ... I've used it with fruit yogurt, chili, and baked beans, and it works great. ... "
" ... I use it in a gluten free flour mix. ... "
" ... I use this in GF baking. ... "
" ... I use it for nearly everything that would normally require a breading or bread. ... "
" ... Adds great texture to smoothies and baked goods or food dishes and the price is on point . ... "
" ... This is perfect as a flour substitute for coating foods for frying when eating keto! ... "
" ... It makes my smoothies very frothy, not cool. ... "
Reliability
21months, month, many years, batch, using this product
+43%
-57%
" ... I was hoping it was just a bad batch last month but this months order just showed up and it is no better. ... "
" ... They admitted to me there was a change in manufacturing a few months ago supposedly they reverted back to it he told me the remaining bundles from Amazon are going to be bad in to order it from somewhere else but that place was $30 more expensive without shipping so I went with another brand called nutricost. ... "
" ... I’ve used this product for 8 years and have always been happy until now. ... "
" ... I will be buying from optimum the next 6 month, and maybe after the 6 months i come back to see it still foams like crazy ... "
" ... I've been using this protein for several years now and it has been great until this most recent batch. ... This crap was terrible. ... "
" ... Ya that's about dead right. ... "
" ... I have been using this product for almost 6 years and it has been excellent until sometime around August 2019 when I noticed it no longer dissolves as easily, produces lumps and a massive amount of foam, sticks to surfaces, and just doesn't taste the same. ... I was hoping this was a temporary problem with one batch, but for the last several months I've gotten one tub after another with the same problem. ... "
" ... I would love to return it, but I bought it a few months back because it was on sale, and I did not start using it right away, so, the return window has closed. ... "
Marketplace
18received, ordered, return, really, product
+39%
-61%
" ... I am not the only customer to have received this defective product. ... "
" ... NOW just lost a long-time customer. ... "
" ... After eagerly waiting for this to arrive, I was very upset when it arrived rancid. ... "
" ... The package was damage. ... It was opened and used. ... "
" ... Disappointed with the item I’ve received. ... "
" ... This item came defective. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, the last shipment I received was horrible. ... "
" ... Had to chuck this in the trash. ... "
Blend
16flavor, protein powder, blends easily, blends, blender
+69%
-31%
" ... It blends easily and doesn't clump, you don't even need a blender, just a shaker. ... "
" ... there is 81 servings of a neutral flavored protein powder which is great because it mixes well with the flavor of your choosing so you never get bored drinking it ... "
" ... Perfect for shakes and smoothies! ... "
" ... great to add to smoothies and nice flavor ... "
" ... mixed easily with cold smoothies . ... "
" ... We prefer the unflavored version and mix it in our smoothies. ... "
" ... Blends easily in blender bottle and magic bullet. ... "
" ... Blends easily in a shaker and takes on good flavor and consistency with simple ingredients like chocolate powder, yogurt, peanut butter, and jams. ... "
Price
15protein, isolate, whey, value, additives
+87%
-13%
" ... Its a good price for an isolate. ... "
" ... Besides that A+ thanks for offering it, saves me a ton of money ... "
" ... Super price here. ... "
" ... If youre looking for great protein, at a great price, with no additives, this is it. ... "
" ... That's what you get though if you want the most protein isolate for the price. ... "
" ... The price was great and when I run out I'll buy again. ... "
" ... For the price point this is about as good as you can get, sure you can get the grassfed organic alternatives for more and that's great, but some of us can't always afford that. ... "
" ... Excellent nutrition for the price. ... "
Usage
13protein, smooth, gym, easy, drink
+92%
-8%
" ... Smooth, no grittiness. ... "
" ... I’ve had bitter whey and always drink unflavored—the flavor is distinct, sometimes bitter sometimes milkier, but this stands alone as tasting of laundry detergent. ... "
" ... It is smooth and almost tasteless. ... "
" ... This is expensive but I needed a good quality no flavor protein because I was mixing it with Chia Tea Latte. ... "
" ... Very easy and affordable way to add protein to your diet! ... "
" ... The flavor is quite strong and difficult to hide in things. ... "
" ... It's good for supplementing protein intake while bulking. ... "
" ... The protein takes on the taste of the food your are mixing it with. ... "
Body / Storage
12pound, 5lb, 10lb bag, scoop included, powder
+67%
-33%
" ... I've used this brand before and was happy with it though I've also purchased smaller quantities of flavored, I intend to mix up separate flavored 2 cup packets for convenience and faster variety. ... Container is so bright and makes a good change or junk jar (need to find a metal lid for it though . ... "
" ... And if you buy the 10lb bag, it's pretty inexpensive. ... "
" ... I've bought around 10 containers over the years with the last one a year ago. ... "
" ... Been using this over a year, just bought my second bag. ... "
" ... I'm getting another bottle. ... "
" ... This bag is huge, so be prepared to portion it in something that is more manageable for daily use. ... I don't think there's a scoop included, unless it's hiding somewhere inside the enormous bag. ... "
" ... It also creates a significant amount more foam when it is mixed in a shaker bottle. ... "
" ... I use to order a bulk amount of this brand, but as i recently saw a change in their packaging, I ordered one to see if any other changes happen. ... "
Body / Build Quality
11burnt, tastes like plastic, taste, powder, foam
+18%
-82%
" ... December 2019’s delivery had a disgusting plastic odor and sand like consistency. ... "
" ... However, even though this is flavorless, there's an aftertaste that taste like I'm eating burnt plastic. ... I believe this is what happens when a product fits there for so long and absorbs the plastic smell from the container. ... "
" ... It doesn't taste like milk at all and much more like dissolved plastic. ... "
" ... When I popped the mouth piece open on my shaker bottle foam splurted out. ... "
" ... The closest I can get to describing the flavor it gives to anything you put it in is burnt plastic. ... "
" ... Smells and tastes like plastic!!! ... "
" ... The entire tub and powder smelled of this burnt plastic. ... "
" ... The powder doesn’t dissolve as easily and you get a lot of foam. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
9received, really, item, delivered, shipping
+56%
-44%
" ... It was delivered the same day I ordered it which was really great because I needed to get started right away to rebuild my lost muscle. ... "
" ... Shipping and really quick on arrival EXCELLENT, the box fit the item). ... "
" ... I have this delivered to me on a monthly basis. ... "
" ... I have ordered the product multiple times in the past and it has been great. ... "
Cleaning
8particles, whey isolate, powder, ingredients
+38%
-63%
" ... Also, for some reason, the particles JUMP off the scooper like Mexican jumping beans. ... "
" ... And there were particles of the burnt plastic just flaking off into the tub of powder. ... "
" ... The new smell has a faint detergent resemblance - admittedly faint, but unfortunately noticeable. ... "
" ... It has almost a dust-like texture, even more than flour. ... "
Body / Water Resistance
7powder, tub, mixed, one, mix
+29%
-71%
" ... Compared to the old one, this "new" one is more yellowish and it is very hard to blend it with water with a normal cup or bowl. ... "
" ... After adding water to it and shaking the mixer, I noticed that it didn't mix well at all, which it always did before, and that it was really foamy. ... "
" ... I simply mixed 1 scoop with 8oz water and shook it, then took the photo. ... "
" ... I know over the years there's been minor changes, but this one is not worth $60 a tub. ... "
" ... It seems the formulation was change recently It no longer mixes easily with water. ... "
Body / Comfort
6amount, mixing, crazy, fit
+33%
-67%
" ... The only concern I have is the amount of foam it creates when being mixed. ... "
" ... It doesn’t mix the same and gets a crazy frothy head to it. ... "
" ... Right off the bat I noticed it had a weird smell. ... "
Usage / Coffee
5drink, whey, unflavored, protein, mix
+80%
-20%
" ... In a shaker cup add 12oz of Silk Dark Chocolate Almond Milk. ... "
" ... I’ve had bitter whey and always drink unflavored—the flavor is distinct, sometimes bitter sometimes milkier, but this stands alone as tasting of laundry detergent. ... "
" ... This is expensive but I needed a good quality no flavor protein because I was mixing it with Chia Tea Latte. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
5return, sent, months, got
+20%
-80%
" ... Had to chuck this in the trash. ... "
" ... I would love to return it, but I bought it a few months back because it was on sale, and I did not start using it right away, so, the return window has closed. ... "
" ... I contacted NOW for an explanation. ... "
" ... Completely undrinkable and I had to return it. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
5service, received, product, ordered, item
+40%
-60%
" ... NOW just lost a long-time customer. ... "
" ... Disappointed with the item I’ve received. ... "
Body / Design
5look, texture, product, changed, taste
+80%
-20%
" ... It has a wonderful texture that mixes right in with my other gf flours. ... "
" ... Look no further. ... "
" ... the taste is not bad but why did you change the look? ... the old look was absolutely amazing and cool. ... you changed the whole look. ... "
Usage / Shave
3+100%
" ... It is smooth and almost tasteless. ... "
" ... Smooth, no grittiness. ... "
Usage / Ease
3easy, protein, add
+100%
" ... The flavor is quite strong and difficult to hide in things. ... "
" ... I’ve been using this product forever and the quality definitely changed, in the past it was easy to blend and didn’t have a flavor. ... "
" ... Very easy and affordable way to add protein to your diet! ... "
Performance
3+100%
" ... Flavorless and came fast. ... "
" ... Smooth, no grittiness. ... "
" ... Solid performer that does exactly what we want. ... "
Marketplace / Defective Delivery
3received
-100%
" ... The package was damage. ... "
" ... I am not the only customer to have received this defective product. ... "
" ... This item came defective. ... "
Connectivity
3+33%
-67%
" ... are only 3g. ... "
" ... Just be glad you’re not in the same car with windows up while I am taking this product. ... "
Body / Fit
3really, plastic, item, foam, fits
+67%
-33%
" ... Shipping and really quick on arrival EXCELLENT, the box fit the item). ... "
" ... I’m a healthy adult, fit and I train a few weeks a week. ... "
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