Ghost Whey vs RYSE Loaded Protein
The two flavour led lifestyle brands, built on cereal and candy collaborations rather than plain chocolate and vanilla. On the label they are closer than the rivalry suggests: both centre on 25g of protein per scoop from isolate led whey blends. Ghost typically comes in around 130 calories per serving to RYSE’s 140, and RYSE’s blend includes milk protein (a casein source) alongside whey, which matters if you are drinking it on a GLP-1 medication. Every number below is transcribed from the manufacturer’s nutrition label and verified by hand, then compared across every flavour we have checked.
The numbers, side by side
Values are shown as the range across every flavour we have verified (9 Ghost Whey Protein flavours, 19 RYSE Loaded Protein flavours). Winner is decided on the median flavour.
| Per serving | Ghost Whey Protein | RYSE Loaded Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | 25–26g | 25g |
| Calories per serving | 120–150 kcalWinner | 130–150 kcal |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 16.7–20.8gWinner | 16.7–19.2g |
| Sugar per serving | 1–3g | 1–2gWinner |
| Fiber per serving | 0–1g | 1–3gWinner |
| Fat per serving | 1–2.5gWinner | 2.5–3g |
| Serving size | 33–39g | 33.1–40g |
| Sugar alcohols | None | None |
| Other sweeteners | Sucralose, Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) | Sucralose, Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) |
| Protein sources | Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolysed Whey | Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Caseinate |
Ingredients worth noting
Ghost Whey Protein
- Cellulose Gum: Also called carboxymethylcellulose, a thickener.
- Seed Oils: Refined oils high in omega-6 linoleic acid.
- Carmine: A red colour made from crushed cochineal insects farmed on cactus.
RYSE Loaded Protein
- Cellulose Gum: Also called carboxymethylcellulose, a thickener.
- Carrageenan: A seaweed extract used to stop drinks separating.
- Artificial Colours: Synthetic dyes.
- Palm Oil: Palm oil is pressed from the fruit of the oil palm; palm kernel oil comes from the seed inside that same fruit.
- Titanium Dioxide: A whitening agent.
Frequently asked questions
- Which has more protein per calorie, Ghost Whey Protein or RYSE Loaded Protein?
- Ghost Whey Protein, with 19.2g of protein per 100 calories against 17.9g for RYSE Loaded Protein (median across all verified flavours).
- Which has more fiber, Ghost Whey Protein or RYSE Loaded Protein?
- RYSE Loaded Protein, with 1–3g of fiber per serving against 0–1g for Ghost Whey Protein.
- Do Ghost Whey Protein and RYSE Loaded Protein contain sugar alcohols?
- Ghost Whey Protein: None. RYSE Loaded Protein: None. This comes from the verbatim ingredient list of every flavour we have verified.
Every Ghost Whey Protein flavour we have verified
Cereal Milk25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Chocolate Chip Cookies25g protein · 150 kcal · 16.7g / 100 kcal
Cinnabon25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Cocoa Puffs Cereal Milk25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Coffee Ice Cream25g protein · 120 kcal · 20.8g / 100 kcal
Lucky Charms Cereal Milk25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Milk Chocolate25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Peanut Butter Cereal Milk26g protein · 140 kcal · 18.6g / 100 kcal
Trix Cereal Milk25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcalEvery RYSE Loaded Protein flavour we have verified
Banana Pudding by Noel Deyzel25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Blueberry Muffin25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcal
Chocolate Cookie Blast25g protein · 150 kcal · 16.7g / 100 kcal
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup25g protein · 150 kcal · 16.7g / 100 kcal
Cinnamon Toast25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Fruity Crunch25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Jet-Puffed™ Birthday Cake25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Jet-Puffed™ Marshmallow25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
JIF® Creamy Peanut Butter25g protein · 150 kcal · 16.7g / 100 kcal
Little Debbie® Apple Cinnamon Donut Sticks25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcal
Little Debbie® Christmas Tree Cakes25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcal
Little Debbie® Cosmic Brownies25g protein · 150 kcal · 16.7g / 100 kcal
Little Debbie® Pumpkin Spice Rolls25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcal
Little Debbie® Strawberry Shortcake Rolls25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Maple Glazed Donut by Nic Stella (RYSE CEO)25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Milk Chocolate25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcal
Mint Chip Ice Cream25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcal
Vanilla Ice Cream25g protein · 130 kcal · 19.2g / 100 kcal
Vanilla Peanut Butter25g protein · 140 kcal · 17.9g / 100 kcalAll numbers on this page are transcribed from each manufacturer’s published nutrition label and verified by hand, then compared across every flavour in our database. If you are tracking a daily protein target, the Protein Pal app lets you scan either powder and log it in seconds. See everything from Ghost Whey Protein and RYSE Loaded Protein, or browse all rankings and brands.
