12 best energy bar brands

Product description

Raising the Bar!



New and improved. Your mouth won't believe you! New bar, new macros, new flavors and shiny new wrappers! Try the new bars for yourself and fall in love all over again.



Built Bar is truly a standout among protein bars. With its exceptional nutritional profile and so many delicious flavors, Built Bar is the favorite bar of discerning fitness trainers and fitness enthusiasts alike.



The use of high-quality chocolate could be considered one of the ‘secrets’ of Built Bar. Our perfectly tempered dark chocolate mixes with our naturally flavored protein base to produce a flavor combination reminiscent of high quality candy or dessert. The lingering chocolate aftertaste – your last impression of the bar – is in sharp contrast to other protein bars which have quite negative aftertastes.

• ORANGE - Have you ever had chocolate covered oranges? Ever thought you could have it while eating a protein bar? Well, now you can! Our Orange Chocolate bar is the perfect combination of flavors--rich dark chocolate and orange! Is this really a protein bar? Your tastebuds won't believe it is eating something healthy. But we think that's okay. Don't you?
• NEW AND IMPROVED - Your mouth won't believe you! Our new bars take everything you love about Built Bars and takes it to a new level. You have to try it to believe it!
• PERFECT TEXTURE - The typical protein bar is dense, gritty, and difficult to chew. Not Built Bar. Light, fluffy, and covered in perfectly tempered exotic chocolate. With each bite you take, you will think you are cheating on your diet, indulging on a chocolate dessert!
• CLEAN - Finally, a well-rounded bar without all of the crap. No artificial flavoring, coloring or preservatives. No wax, no junk and Non-GMO. Plus it’s gluten-free and made in a peanut and tree nut free facility.
• ANYTIME SNACK - Built Bar is perfect for, well…. anytime. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pre-workout and post-workout. On a hike or in the office. Low carb, high protein. Unbelievably healthy, ridiculously delicious.

User questions & answers

Question:	Shelf life
Answer:	Made in China according to the packaging on the boxes I purchased.

Product description

Power Crunch Protein Energy Bar Orignal, French Vanilla Creme, 1.4-Ounce Bar (12 Count)

• Pack of twelve, 1.4-ounce per unit(a total of 16.8 ounces)
• A high-protein, creme-filled wafer cookie bursting with Proto Whey protein
• Provides sustained hunger satisfaction without any heaviness
• Produced with the highest quality whey hydrolysates that provide 100% absorption of protein
• Very low glycemic response; diabetic-friendly product

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these bars gluten free
Answer:	Products containing CBD and/or THC are prohibited on Amazon. If you’re in search of true CBD Oil, I found a product for my mom at C4 Healthlabs. They had this article on their website that explained the difference between CBD oil & Hemp oil. I got my mom the 1000 mg CBD oil, but they also had 500 mg & 2000 mg. See bullet 9i under "Drug products and ingredients" at the following link for Amazon's policy on CBD: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/200164490. 9. Drug listings must comply with Amazon policies: i. Listings for products containing cannabidiol (CBD) are prohibited, including but not limited to: i. Full spectrum hemp oil ii. Rich hemp oil iii. Products that have been identified as containing CBD
Question:	How many come with my order? It’s confusing pack of 2 and 12 bars but the selection for that price is pack of 1? Price 17.16 is good for 2 but not
Answer:	No
Question:	I noticed these contain partially hydrogenated soybean oil. Isn't that trans fat? The nutrition facts list 0g trans fat
Answer:	No, amazon doesn't allow it. I'd recommend eden's herbals for real cbd!
Question:	I like it a lot! Somehow it tastes like it has more than 5g of sugar! It doesn't say there is sugar alcohol present. Thanks for your thoughts
Answer:	Amazon doesn't allow real CBD so this will just be hemp seed oil, not the same thing. I would recommend eden's herbals for real CBD if that's what you're looking for!

• VEGAN WHOLE FOODS BAR: Clean, simple, all organic, and truly delicious. The perfect snack bar for anyone and everyone - even kids! A mouth watering, satisfying bite great for on-the-go, office snacks, energy for your hike, lunchbox treats, breakfast and more. This truly is the bar you can feel good about eating and sharing.
• VARIETY PACK: Try all of our flavors in this variety pack: Maca Chocolate, Raspberry Lemon, Vanilla Blueberry, Almond Butter Chocolate, Vanilla Pecan, and Coconut Mango. Bearded Brothers organic food bars are handcrafted in our Austin, TX based kitchen facility to provide the highest quality healthy snacks.
• MADE WITH ORGANIC NUTS, SEEDS, FRUITS & that’s it. Our bars are made with all natural USDA Organic and Verified Non-GMO ingredients with no added oils, extracts, fillers, artificial sweeteners or brown rice syrup.
• SUPERIOR INGREDIENTS. SUPERIOR TASTE: We use simple ingredients to craft flavorful bars bursting with nutrition and flavor. Every bar is packaged with care to give our customers an experience worth enjoying.
• FUEL YOUR EVERYDAY ADVENTURE: We created a whole food bar chock full of nutrients to stash in your backpack, briefcase, diaper bag, desk drawer or gym bag for the perfect snack to fuel you no matter where you go - from the mountains to the office to the playground.

User questions & answers

Question:	How many calories are in each bar? And how much protien
Answer:	No, you will not find CBD oil on Amazon...it's prohibited for sale. I buy my CBD oil from C4 Healthlabs and it's working great! They have this education article on their website that explains the difference between CBD oil & Hemp oil. See bullet 9i under "Drug products and ingredients" at the following link for Amazon's policy on CBD: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/200164490. 9. Drug listings must comply with Amazon policies: i. Listings for products containing cannabidiol (CBD) are prohibited, including but not limited to: i. Full spectrum hemp oil ii. Rich hemp oil iii. Products that have been identified as containing CBD
Question:	I don't see the ingredients displayed. Could you, please, inform me of all the ingredients
Answer:	Hi, Thanks for your Question! Yes All our Tinctures in 1000mg, 2500mg or 5000mg are soothing Mint flavor. Mint flavor masks the earthy flavor of Hemp and gives better absorption over others.
Question:	Xanathan Gum is a derivative of corn from what I read? I can't have corn bi products..guar gum would have been better or gum free
Answer:	I am not sure. I haven't had to take a drug tesst.
Question:	how many grams of sugar
Answer:	Anumed hemp oil drop is transparent supplement facts. Extras premium quality. All natural ingredients. Hemp oil is traditional Chinese medicine which may help with a lot things and a lot of benefits for your health

Product features

Bearded Brothers Organic Energy Bars - Family Owned - We pride ourselves in sourcing the best organic ingredients!

Even in 2011, when we started, there were SO many bars, but the problem was we didn’t see anything that satisfied our desire for truly clean, all organic, and actually delicious. Thus, Bearded Brothers was hatched.

We started with two brothers wanting something more, something they felt good about eating and sharing with friends and family…a food bar chock full of nutrients you want inside your body.

Only use the highest quality organic ingredients, keep it simple, and make sure it’s done right. We are a family owned and operated company in Austin, TX. We have our own commercial kitchen and hand craft every bar; we do not outsource to a co-packer, which many other bar brands do. By sourcing largely direct from U.S. based family farms and by handcrafting all of our bars in house, we aim to provide customers with simply the best quality bar on the market.

4:1 Carb/Protein Ratio

Made From The Best Ingredients

Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan, & Paleo

With an average of 7 ingredients per bar, our gluten free, soy free bars are also paleo, and vegan. But don't let all that fool you, our bars taste amazing. Just read the reviews!

Product description

No Artificial Flavors

• Certified Kosher, Certified Gluten Free and Non-GMO^15 Grams of Fiber^No Artificial Flavors^Made with Real Chocolate

User questions & answers

Question:	Why are the net carbs so high on kirkland protein bars now
Answer:	I don’t know but I love them for high protein and low sugar content. I eat them daily!
Question:	Does this item have peanuts almonds or tree nuts. Why arent the ingredients listed
Answer:	Hello, I find it odd there aren't ingredients listed as well. Here you go!COOKIE DOUGH: Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate and Milk Protein Isolate), Dietary Fiber from Starch Tapioca, Cashews, Unsweetened Chocolate, Erythritol, Natural Flavor, Coco Butter, Sea Salt, Water, Sunflower Lecithin, Steviol Glycosides.CHOCOLATE BROWNIE:Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate and Milk Protein Isolate), Dietary Fiber from Starch Tapioca, Cashews, Unsweetened Chocolate, Erythritol, Coco Powder (Processed with alkali), Natural Flavor, Coco butter, Water, Sea Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Steviol Glycosides.Contains Milk, Cashews Allergen Information: Processed on equipment that also packages products that may contain peanuts, other tree nuts, soy, and eggs.
Question:	Tapioca starch and blood glucose: has someone tested their bg after consuming one of these
Answer:	As a diabetic, I can say I eat these all the time and I've never spiked from having one.
Question:	Please add nutritional information and ingredients. how many carbs? what about dietary fiber? do they contain sugar, splenda or malitol
Answer:	There is no sucralose/splenda, 1 gram of sugar and 4 grams of sugar alcohols. HOWEVER - NET CARB INFO - one of the ingredients (tapioca starch) is supposed to be a resistant starch and therefor not count as a "regular carbohydrate" however my best guess is that the tapioca starch is a form of IMO syrup that they count as dietary fiber. However its not really very resistant (approx 70-85% is actually absorbed and so that would mean the net carb content is actually approximately 18grams if you minus the sugar alcohol erythritol - if you wanted to subtract that - and that also would make the calorie count a little higher than the 190 calories it says on the nutrition label - I calculate 239 calories per bar.) So how I calculate this into my daily eating plan/macros/fitness pal type apps is that I calculate it as follows.22 grams of carbs21 grams of protein0grams of REAL ACTUAL DIETARY FIBER CONTENT7grams of fatand totally 240 calories.

Product description

Born on a 175-mile bike ride and purposefully crafted with great-tasting, wholesome, and sustainably sourced ingredients, CLIF BAR energy bars have been fueling world-class competitors and everyday athletes for more than 25 years. Today, CLIF BAR remains the ultimate performance energy bar, delivering an ideal mix of fast-acting and long-lasting carbohydrates, along with fat and protein to sustain active bodies before and during long-lasting activity. As part of Clif Bar & Company’s commitment to making products that are friendly to people and the environment, CLIF BAR is made with plant-based ingredients like organic rolled oats. It’s also non-GMO, with no high-fructose corn syrup or artificial flavors.

• Stock up with a 36-count bulk pack featuring Chocolate Chip and Crunchy Peanut Butter CLIF BAR protein bars. Perfect for home, as office snacks before hitting the gym, or sending care packages to college students or loved ones in the armed forces
• NUTRITION FOR SUSTAINED ENERGY: CLIF BAR is the ultimate performance energy bar, purposefully crafted with an ideal mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates to sustain active bodies before and during long-lasting, moderate-intensity activity.
• INGREDIENTS THAT ARE BETTER FOR THE PLANET: As part of our mission to help create a healthier, more sustainable food system, we make every bar with sustainably sourced chocolate and plant-based ingredients like almonds, peanuts, and organic rolled oats.
• DELICIOUS FLAVORS, ENDLESS VARIETY: Satisfy any taste with a dazzling array of craveable CLIF BAR flavors, including classic favorites like Chocolate Chip and Crunchy Peanut Butter.
• ENERGY ON THE GO: Whether you need sustained energy for hiking, climbing, skiing, or a long bike ride, CLIF BAR delivers wholesome, delicious energy that’s all wrapped up and ready to go.

User questions & answers

Question:	How long is a box good for once it's delivered
Answer:	It says it's for a pack of 12 for this flavor of vanilla it will be in 1 box
Question:	what are the ingredients
Answer:	I noticed this too. Its the reason I'm not buying them.
Question:	does the value pack contain 3 boxes of each flavor for a total of 36 bars
Answer:	I have tried numerous snack bars. I am diabetic so I will check my blood sugar levels every time I try a new bar. This bar did raise my blood sugar. The bar had good flavor but I have to avoid it as a result of the blood sugar spike.
Question:	Are these legit clif bars? i know amazon has a lot of knock-offs circulating
Answer:	I'm not exactly sure of the shelf life but I can tell you at least three months by my experience

Product description

Pure Protein Revolution is a high protein triple layer bar that features the winning combination of high quality protein, and great taste. This delicious Chocolate Peanut Caramel bar is loaded with 20 grams of protein, and is packed with vitamins and minerals to help fuel your busy day. Take your Pure Protein Revolution Bar with you anywhere for a sensationally nutritious snack you can enjoy whenever hunger strikes.

• You will receive (12) Pure Protein Bars, Chocolate Peanut Caramel, 1.76oz
• A DELICIOUS HIGH PROTEIN BAR: Pure Protein Bars are the perfect combination of high protein, only 2g of sugar and great taste. This delicious Chocolate Peanut Caramel bar has 20g of protein for quick and sustained energy, and it is gluten free.
• ON-THE-GO PROTEIN SNACK: Pure Protein Bars fuel your on-the-go active lifestyle. This protein bar is packed with a high quality protein blend for both quick and sustained energy, and full of flavor to satisfy your sweet tooth one bite at a time. Fuel your workout and nutritious balanced diet.
• PRE- AND POST-WORKOUT FUEL: Pure Protein Bars are perfect for before or after a workout. Grab a protein bar about an hour before a workout to provide carbs and protein for energy and lean muscle support. Treat yourself after your workout to replenish energy and help the muscle recovery process.
• COMPARE PURE PROTEIN BARS: Quest, Premier Protein, Oh Yeah! One, Clif Builders, Power Crunch, RX Bar, BSN Protein, Gatorade, Kellogg’s, ThinkThink, KIND, Lupii, Nature Valley, Fitcrunch, Powerbar, Atkins, Orgain, One Protein bar, MusclePharm, Oatmega, MuscleTech, Optimum Nutrition
• Made in the USA

User questions & answers

Question:	Are there any artificial sweeteners in this bar
Answer:	The Pure Protein Chewy Chocolate Chip (B59211) contains artificial sweeteners.
Question:	are they soy free
Answer:	Sorry, they do have soy lecithin and some soy protein isolate in most of the flavors (maybe all??) The chewy chocolate I use does have soy.
Question:	am i seeing this correctly? the price is now up
Answer:	October 2019: The price of an 18 bar box went up app. 33% within a couple weeks time. I paid $12.24 per box for 2 boxes last month, and a couple weeks later, I paid $12.24 per box for 4 boxes. Single (18 unit) boxes were $12.24 each. A few days ago, I visited the same Amazon site, and the price had increased to $16.64 I wrote a product review, complementing the product, but questioning the high increase in price. Amazon sent me an email, saying that my review was now posted. When I looked for it, the site shows a general 4star review (for this 18 unit box), with over 2,000 reviews. However, NO REVIEWS (including mine) ARE POSTED. Instead, it says "be the first to review this product". I am an appreciative and motivated Prime customer, and buy many things from Amazon. But this situation and lack of response or info from Amazon seems like a way to slip in a higher cost without taking responsibility or even an explanation to me. Since the product is made in Canada, not China, this is not related to the current tariff issues. Jeez Amazon, I would have appreciated a response instead of having to address the issue here. The price increase seemed very steep. And what gives with your not posting any of the 2,000+ reviews. Did mine cause you to "start over"?
Question:	Is the Palm Oil in this product from a sustainable source? grown and produced in accordance with environmental and social criteria adherence
Answer:	I believe they acquire it from free range palms #nocages

Product features

High Protein

Whatever your workout, the addition of protein has been proven to boost your athletic performance by helping build strength and muscle.

Low Sugar*

Our products are low in sugar so you won’t undo the good.

Great Taste

With nutritionals that matter with no trade-offs on great taste, we provide complete protein for sustained energy.

Fuel Your Fitness

We stand for high protein, low sugar*, and great taste that provides the right fuel, at the right time, at the right place to fuel your day. We make it easier to make better snack choices with Pure Protein Bars, Shakes, Powder, and Snacks that offer quality protein and great taste for lean muscle.

*Pure Protein products contain 5g sugar or less.

• No. 1 Keto-Friendly Snack Bars for Brain & Body - IQBAR low carb bars are made using simple ingredients + 6 amazing brain nutrients. The keto snack bars are designed to keep you full, focused & energized throughout the day. Our gluten free protein bars also contain 12g plant-based protein, <1-1g sugar, & only 3g net carbs. These vegan keto bars are packed with nutrients & healthy fats to support your active & healthy lifestyle
• Diet-Friendly Protein Snacks - Our low calorie protein bars are diet-friendly. IQBAR high protein snacks are vegan, keto-friendly, dairy-free, soy-free, kosher & high in fiber. Our healthy snack bars are made using clean-label ingredients that are packed with compounds for both your brain and body. Moreover, our gluten free bars are developed with every diet restriction in mind
• 6 Brain-Boosting Nutrients in Every Snack Bar - IQBAR clean vegan protein bars are packed with Lion’s Mane, MCTs, Omega 3, Flavonoids, Vitamin E & Choline. We use a science-backed formulation to provide you with healthy & tasty nutrition bars for your active & busy lifestyle
• Meal Replacement Bars You Can Enjoy On-the-Go - IQBAR plant based snacks are convenient meal replacement bars you can enjoy anytime, anywhere. Enjoy our low sugar protein bars right after an intense workout, in the middle of a hectic day at work, or while running errands. Our keto protein bars are definitely perfect for any time of the day
• Keto Friendly Snacks w/ Only 3g Net Carbs in Every Serving - Net carbs are carbs that are absorbed by the body, and our keto treats come with only 3g of net carbs in every serving. Each keto plant based protein bar is packed with 14-17g of total carbs, 6-8g of fiber, 5-6g of allulose, 12g of fats & 150-160 calories

User questions & answers

Question:	How are these Paleo if they contain pea protein and brown rice flour? Legumes and grains are not paleo
Answer:	Hi there, we use the vernacular "Paleo Friendly" rather than "Paleo" for this reason. While most grains and legumes are excluded from the Paleo diet, legumes from edible pods like peas and white rice (we do not use brown rice) are generally considered Paleo Friendly given they're vastly lower in phytates, lectins, and other concerning compounds that most grains and legumes are high in. Furthermore, our newest bars (releasing in March) will no longer have rice flour in them! With all of this said, we definitely do not claim to be 100% Paleo - we just aim to be ingredient-friendly to those following the Paleo diet.
Question:	The label shows 17g carbs and 9g fiber. This calculates to 8 net carbs, twice as many as advertised. Can you explain
Answer:	The specific net carb calculation (which you'll find on our bars and box) is Total Carbs (17g) - Fiber (9g) - Allulose (4g) = 4 Net Carbs.
Question:	are these closer to a Lara bar? or closer to a Probar or cliff bar
Answer:	I would say they are closer to a Lara bar in terms of flavor and consistency. Lara bars have a better flavor in my opinion. These tasted like dates without the other flavors Lara bars contain. Cliff bars are way harder than these. These are pretty soft.
Question:	How are the Net Carbs around 4g? I am seeing 8 and 9...definitely not
Answer:	Fiber is a carbohydrate, however it can't be broken down by our non-cow stomachs, therefore it's not digested. Thus, you have to deduct those from the total carb count to get a net carb. This goes for any food, not just these bars. Regarding the sweetener commented on by others: Allulose is also known as D-psicose. It is classified as a "rare sugar" because it is naturally present in only a few foods. Wheat, figs and raisins all contain it. Like glucose and fructose, allulose is a monosaccharide, or single sugar. In contrast, table sugar, also known as sucrose, is a disaccharide made of glucose and fructose joined together. In fact, allulose has the same chemical formula as fructose, but is arranged differently. This difference in structure prevents your body from processing allulose the way it processes fructose. Although 70–84% of the allulose you consume is absorbed into your blood from your digestive tract, it is eliminated in the urine without being used as fuel. Allulose also provides only 0.2–0.4 calories per gram, or about 1/10 the calories of table sugar. It is NOT a sugar alcohol. Although small amounts of this rare sugar are found in some foods, in recent years, manufacturers have used enzymes to convert fructose from corn and other plants into allulose, so while they may use some creative organic chemistry, this is a natural sugar that just doesn't get digested as calories or raise your blood sugar. The taste and texture have been described as identical to table sugar. It is about 70% as sweet as sugar, which is similar to the sweetness of erythritol, another popular sweetener. It not only does not raise blood sugar, some studies indicate it may actually improve insulin resistance (i.e., it's good for diabetics). I personally have used the product in baking in place of sugar. Hope that helps.

• KEEPS YOU FUELED AND FULL: Designed as a real food fuel source for when you need it most. Made with half as much sugar as the leading energy bar*, the right macronutrient profile to keep you satisfied, and real food that's real good for you.
• FOR ANYTIME YOU NEED A BOOST: Eat anytime you want to perform at your best - great for the middle of an endurance race or triathlon, a healthy snack while hungry at the office, or athletic performance for hiking, cycling, running, workout,
• CHOCOLATE CHIP AND ALMONDS BARS: Plant-based, non-GMO, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, and kosher. Includes quinoa, sorghum flakes, brown rice crisps, oats and coconut nectar, a nut and seed butter blend (cashew butter, tahini), chocolate, almonds, dried cranberries, and sea salt.
• EAT WHEN HUNGRY: Don't when not. Repeat if necessary. One 50g bar has 200 Calories with 8g of fat, 120mg of sodium, 30g of carbs (7g of sugar), and 4g of protein. Cholesterol-free and zero trans fats.
• SKRATCH LABS: We use real food to create the sports nutrition your body actually needs. No artificial colors, protein isolates, or preservatives that cause GI distress. We help you perform better, guaranteed.