Huel Black Edition Ready-to-Drink vs Soylent Original Ready-to-Drink
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Measured specs Bars scale to the largest value shown. “Not listed” = not confirmed on the label or listing.
What’s in it
- 35 g protein, 390 kcal per 500 ml bottle
- Fiber: 6 g
- Vegan
- 20 g protein, 400 kcal per 14 oz bottle
- 1 g sugar
- Vegan
35 g protein in a ready-to-drink bottle.
Widely sold 400-calorie bottle with just 1 g sugar.
Evidence note
Meal-Replacement Shakes: Meal-replacement shakes pack calories, protein, fiber and added vitamins into a drink for days you can't sit down to a meal. They are a convenience food, not a replacement for a varied diet, and this is not a weight-loss list.
General information on the main ingredient, not a health claim about any product. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Talk to your doctor before starting a supplement.
Winner by category
| Protein per serving | Huel Black Edition Ready-to-Drink |
|---|---|
| Higher in our ranking | Soylent Original Ready-to-Drink (#4) |
“Winners” are only on confirmed numbers (higher is better, except sugar, footprint and price tier). They are not an overall verdict.
Editor’s head-to-head notes
| Huel Black Edition Ready-to-Drink | Soylent Original Ready-to-Drink | |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 500 ml bottle | 14 oz bottle |
| Calories | 390 kcal | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g | 20 g |
| Fiber | 6 g | — |
| Sugar | — | 1 g |
| Plant-based | Yes | Yes |
Huel Black RTD gives you far more protein per bottle; Soylent is the low-sugar, budget-friendly bottle that's easy to find. Neither should replace a varied diet; check each label for the flavor you buy.
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