# TLDR Review: Garden of Life Vanilla Protein Powder, 18oz

*Published: 2025-01-09 | Updated: 2025-01-07 | Source: https://shopsavvy.com/reviews-tldr/garden-of-life-vanilla-protein-powder-18oz*

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## Verdict

Despite minor mixability and packaging concerns, Garden of Life Organic Protein Powder - Vanilla is a solid choice for those seeking a nutritious plant-based protein supplement.

**Top pro:** Mild and enjoyable vanilla flavor with no added sugar
**Top con:** Can clump when mixed with a spoon; blending is recommended

## Product: Garden of Life Vanilla Protein Powder, 18oz
**Brand:** OTC Shoppe
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## Pros
- Mild and enjoyable vanilla flavor with no added sugar
- Smoother than some other protein powders with less grit
- Offers solid plant-based protein with probiotics and vitamins
- Well-suited for post-workout recovery

## Cons
- Can clump when mixed with a spoon; blending is recommended
- Better flavor when mixed with dairy alternatives rather than water
- Container appears half full upon opening, which is disappointing

## Pros vs Cons at a Glance

| Pros | Cons |
|------|------|
| Mild and enjoyable vanilla flavor with no added sugar | Can clump when mixed with a spoon; blending is recommended |
| Smoother than some other protein powders with less grit | Better flavor when mixed with dairy alternatives rather than water |
| Offers solid plant-based protein with probiotics and vitamins | Container appears half full upon opening, which is disappointing |
| Well-suited for post-workout recovery |  |

## Last Seen Prices

*Each price is the last one ShopSavvy observed, between 2024-12-23 and 2025-01-07; it may have changed since.*

| Retailer | Price | Availability | Last seen |
|----------|-------|-------------|-----------|
| [Thread Traders](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/Tot24zFgzHCX8mzO6zHb/offers/cd2e579a-8994-9d3c-56ed-4f4392e577cc?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $14.99  | In Stock | 2025-01-07 (may have changed) |
| [Kohl's](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/Tot24zFgzHCX8mzO6zHb/offers/7tMdCuKk2IBktlmytSrT?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $15.99  | In Stock | 2025-01-07 (may have changed) |
| [Walmart](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/Tot24zFgzHCX8mzO6zHb/offers/Tvyi9girhkqpd5qGq2L7?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $19.97  | In Stock | 2024-12-23 (may have changed) |
| [Target](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/Tot24zFgzHCX8mzO6zHb/offers/c4dc22de-aad4-893f-47f4-82918012310e?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $19.99  | In Stock | 2025-01-07 (may have changed) |
| [Walgreens.com](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/Tot24zFgzHCX8mzO6zHb/offers/TcmP8LDO436qyBnbKTnp?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $19.99  | In Stock | 2025-01-07 (may have changed) |
| [Instacart](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/Tot24zFgzHCX8mzO6zHb/offers/o1r3xBS37tv44PSV7tqL?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $25.99  | In Stock | 2025-01-07 (may have changed) |

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