Rival Nutrition Clean Rival Whey Protein Powder (True Vanilla, 5 lb)
About this product
About this item Clean Formulation/Natural Flavors: Contains no artificial flavors, colors, or growth hormones. Sweetened with stevia leaf and monk fruit extracts. Gluten free. No added sugars. Zero junk ingredients.
Fast-Acting All-Whey Proteins: 25g protein per serving from a combination of whey isolate (primary source), native whey isolate, and whey concentrate. Obtained from partially grassfed milk, these premium varieties are highly drinkable and easily digested.
Naturally-Occurring Aminos: Each scoop is loaded with naturally occurring essential amino acids (EAAs), including 5.7g of branched chain amino acids (BCAAs), to aid muscle repair and recovery after workouts, training, competition, or exercise.
Easy Preparation: Stir, shake, or blend. Clean Rival Whey is instantized to mix easily with cold water, milk, or juice. Also, try adding to yogurt, cereal, or blending with fruit to create high-protein smoothies.
Informed Choice Certified/Safe for Sport: Third-party tested for WADA banned substances. Production site, raw materials, equipment, and manufacturing processes independently monitored, analyzed, and certified for safety and added peace of mind.
Transparent Labeling/No Proprietary Blends. All components, including the individual protein sources, are listed independently in the ingredient statement.
Made in USA: With the finest domestic and imported ingredients. Rival Nutrition proteins and performance nutrition supplements are produced in our very own state-of-the-art, GMP-inspected manufacturing facility to ensure the highest quality.
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers on the Rival Nutrition product page describe the whey as tasting very good, especially for a clean formula, and several mention that the smaller packaging is easier to store. The strongest praise centers on flavor, low sweetness, and the short ingredient list, while the main complaint is that the chocolate version can be hard to compare directly to more heavily sweetened protein powders.
On the brand’s own product pages and review snippets, customers also highlight mixability, a smooth texture, and the lack of a strong protein aftertaste. A few reviewers say they would buy it again because it feels “clean,” with no added sugar and fewer artificial-tasting notes.
On Muscle & Strength, many reviewers say Rival whey tastes great, mixes easily, and has a solid vanilla flavor, with some calling it a favorite everyday protein. A smaller number of buyers note that the price feels high versus the tub size, but they still like the formula.
On TikTok Shop review snippets, customers specifically mentioning True Vanilla praise the flavor, dissolvability, and overall quality, with multiple comments saying it became a favorite and that they would reorder.
- Amazon reviewers: good taste, clean ingredient profile, easy storage.
- Brand reviews: smooth mixability, low sweetness, no strong protein taste.
- Muscle & Strength: strong vanilla ratings, with occasional price complaints.
- TikTok Shop: True Vanilla buyers praise flavor and dissolvability.
Price History
Specifications
| Product Dimensions | 9 x 9 x 11 inches; 5 Pounds |
| Date First Available | May 27, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Rival Nutrition |
| ASIN | B0F9Z2M7PF |
| Best Sellers Rank | #24,795 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #129 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (63) |