Huel Black Edition review

Huel Black Edition is the strongest formula here on paper. Huel's product page says it is a meal, not a protein shake, and lists 40 grams of protein per meal, 26 vitamins and minerals, no artificial sweeteners and a fully vegan recipe built on pea protein, brown rice protein, flaxseed, tapioca and coconut. Each pouch holds 17 meals, there are 12 flavors, and Huel says a meal takes about 60 seconds to make. That makes it the best pick for people who lift, who skip two meals on busy days, or who simply want a shake that keeps them full. Huel also sells a Ready-to-drink bottle with up to 22 grams of protein and 400 calories for days when a shaker is not practical. We could not confirm a US dollar price: Huel's store redirected us to its Polish site, which showed only zloty, so the price stays pending until we can check the US store. Subscriptions save 10%. Anyone who dislikes mixing powder should start with OWYN or Soylent instead.

Who it is for

people who want the most protein per meal from a vegan powder

Price

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Key features

• 40 g of protein per meal from pea and brown rice protein
• 26 vitamins and minerals; Huel calls it nutritionally complete
• 100% vegan with no artificial sweeteners
• 17 meals per pouch and 12 flavors listed
• Subscribe and save 10%

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Highest protein per meal on this list at 40 g
• Strength: Huel lists 0 artificial sweeteners in Black Edition
• Strength: Huel also sells a 400-calorie Ready-to-drink bottle for days without a shaker
• Weakness: US price could not be confirmed from here; the store showed only zloty
• Weakness: Powder needs a shaker and water
• Weakness: Contains flaxseed and coconut, which some people avoid

Key facts

• Protein: 40 g per meal
• Vitamins and minerals: 26
• Meals per pouch: 17
• Diet: 100% vegan
• Flavors: 12

Where it ranks

Huel Black Edition is No. 2 in our Best Meal Replacement Shakes verdict.