Orgain and Vital Proteins both sell powders that people compare for their daily routine. Vital Proteins’ own pages say its Collagen Peptides give 20 grams of collagen per serving, and its Salted Caramel bottle is $27.00. Orgain’s Amazon listings in this comparison are for creatine, so you will need the collagen label on an Orgain bottle to set its dose and price against Vital Proteins.
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What each product is and who sells it
Vital Proteins sells its products on its own website, and its homepage calls the brand the “#1 Collagen Brand.” As of October 20, 2026, its unflavored Collagen Peptides label reads “20g Collagen Peptides per Serving,” “Skin, Hair, Nail + Joint Support,” and “Grass Fed + Pasture Raised.” Its product line also includes a Creatine powder, labeled “Creatine Monohydrate per Serving,” which it says “Supports Muscle Growth & Strength.”
On the capture date, Orgain’s Amazon listings in this comparison are creatine monohydrate powders. The unflavored 100-serving tub is titled “Orgain 5g Creatine Monohydrate Micronized Powder, Unflavored, 100 Servings.” For the grams of collagen in an Orgain collagen product, read the bottle label or Orgain’s website. Those figures are the ones to set beside Vital Proteins’ 20 grams.
| Item | Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides | Vital Proteins Creatine | Orgain Creatine Monohydrate (unflavored, 100 servings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| What the label or listing says | Collagen Peptides, 20g per serving, grass fed and pasture raised | Creatine Monohydrate per Serving, “Supports Muscle Growth & Strength” | 5g creatine monohydrate, micronized, 100 servings |
| Price shown | Salted Caramel limited edition $27.00 (homepage, October 20, 2026); check the product page for the unflavored price | $22.99 (homepage, October 20, 2026) | $16.30 (Amazon listing, capture date) |
| Price per gram of product | About 9 cents ($27.00 ÷ 298 g, Salted Caramel bottle) | About 9 cents ($22.99 ÷ 250 g) | About 3 cents ($16.30 ÷ 500 g, from 100 servings × 5 g) |
| Review figure shown | 52 (homepage count next to Salted Caramel) | 161 (homepage count next to Creatine) | 4.7 stars from 2,341 reviews (Amazon listing) |
Is Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides a clean brand?
“Clean” is not a term with one agreed meaning, so the most useful thing is to see what Vital Proteins says about its product. Its label says “Grass Fed + Pasture Raised” and “20g Collagen Peptides per Serving.” Its homepage lists “Made without Dairy & Gluten,” “No Artificial Sweeteners,” “Paleo Friendly,” and “Certified Kosher” for its collagen line. The Salted Caramel label adds “0g Sugar per Serving” and “Flavored with Other Natural Flavors.”
The Vital Proteins site also carries this disclaimer: “These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.” If “clean” matters to you, the way to check it is the lot-level testing covered in the heavy metals section below.
How much collagen do you get, and what is in it?
Vital Proteins says it recommends “one full serving each day,” which it puts at “4 tablespoons (20g) daily.” Its FAQ adds that “Current research suggests consuming between 10-20g of collagen peptides per day (the equivalent of 2-4 tablespoons).”
For Orgain collagen, the number to compare is the grams of collagen per serving printed on its label. For Orgain creatine, the listing titles name 5 grams per serving. Both Vital Proteins creatine and Orgain creatine are described as creatine monohydrate.
One Vital Proteins label, for its Advanced Collagen Peptides + Creatine product, reads “Collagen is not a complete protein. Do not use to replace dietary protein.” The same label is a different product from the unflavored Collagen Peptides, so read the label on the bottle you are buying.
Is there a downside to taking collagen?
The safety note that matters most comes from the comparison article on these two collagen products. It says that if you have “a history of calcium oxalate kidney stones or another condition that makes high collagen intake a concern,” you should speak with your healthcare professional before you regularly consume large amounts. The same article says people with a relevant medical history should discuss regular high-dose supplementation with a qualified healthcare professional.
If you take prescription medicines, ask a pharmacist before you add a supplement to your routine. Collagen is also not a complete protein. Vital Proteins says it “includes 8 of 9 essential amino acids,” so it cannot replace your main protein sources.
What does the research say about collagen?
Vital Proteins says “Various studies have suggested benefits following daily consumption of collagen peptides for several months,” and adds “Results may vary.” The comparison article summarizes the research this way:
- Skin: several randomized controlled trials reported modest improvements in skin elasticity after regular collagen peptide use. The article cites research by Proksch and colleagues and by Asserin and colleagues.
- Joints: some studies reported improvements with daily collagen of about 10 to 15 grams. The article says results depend on the population, the collagen preparation and the outcome measured.
- Muscle: collagen contains much less leucine than whey. The article says it can complement a protein-rich diet but should not generally replace a complete protein source.
- Hair and nails: the evidence is less established, and the article cites some small nail studies.
The article also says that “More collagen isn’t automatically better,” and that the 18-gram or 10-gram comparison does not translate into proportional results. The article says the two basic Collagen Peptides powders are bovine Type I and III collagen, and that research on undenatured Type II collagen should not be applied to them.
Heavy metals and testing: what to ask before you buy
The comparison article says bovine-derived ingredients can potentially contain environmental contaminants, including heavy metals, and that grass-fed sourcing alone is not a guarantee of a contaminant-free product. It advises asking the maker whether lot-specific testing is available, and what methods were used. A certificate of analysis for a specific lot is more informative than a general quality statement.
If you are weighing collagen against a complete protein, the Clean Nutrition protein article cites Cleveland Clinic’s protein powder tips and AICR’s pea protein article among its sources.
Price, shipping and refunds
As of October 20, 2026, Vital Proteins’ homepage shows Salted Caramel Collagen Peptides (Limited Edition) at $27.00, Collagen Peptides Advanced at $29.99, and Creatine at $22.99. Prices change, so check the checkout for today’s price.
Vital Proteins says it offers free shipping on single orders of $50 or more after other discounts, valid for ground shipping in the continental U.S. Its homepage also says subscription orders get “15% off of every subscription order plus free shipping,” and the terms link to its full subscription terms. For a refund, Vital Proteins’ footer links to a Returns page; check it for refund terms before you order.
Amazon’s listing shows the Orgain unflavored 100-serving tub at $16.30, with 4.7 stars from 2,341 reviews and Amazon’s estimate of about 900 sold a month for the 30-stick version and about 40,000 for the 100-serving tub. Check the return terms on the Amazon listing before you buy.
If you want a side-by-side on price, shipping and refunds for another supplement, see our Bioma vs Provitalize comparison, which uses the same checklist.
What buyers see in reviews
The Vital Proteins homepage shows a number in parentheses next to each product: 52 for Salted Caramel, 161 for Creatine, and 9,752 for Collagen Peptides Advanced. These are the seller’s own displayed figures. The Amazon listing figures above are the listing’s own star ratings and review counts.
Who each one suits
- Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides suits you if you want 20 grams of collagen per serving on the label, and you like a flavored limited-edition option like Salted Caramel or the unflavored powder.
- Vital Proteins Creatine suits you if you want the brand’s creatine monohydrate and are comfortable with its homepage price.
- Orgain Creatine Monohydrate suits you if you want a 100-serving unflavored tub at the Amazon price, and you value the listing’s ratings and sales estimate.
- Orgain collagen is worth comparing on its label’s grams per serving before you decide, because a higher dose is not automatically better.
Questions that decide it for you
- Do you want collagen, creatine or both?
- How many grams of collagen per serving do you want, and does the Orgain collagen label match?
- Does the lot-level testing from each seller meet what you need?
- Do you have a history of kidney stones or other conditions that make high collagen intake a concern?
- Does the refund window on each seller’s return page suit you?
Before you order
- Check today’s price on each product page, since prices change.
- Read the refund terms on the Vital Proteins Returns page, and the return terms on the Amazon listing for Orgain.
- Read the Orgain collagen label for grams of collagen per serving.
- Ask each seller for lot-specific heavy-metal and microbial testing before you buy.
- If an ad pushed you to buy quickly, our guide to fake news nerve pain cure ads shows how to check its claims.
- If you already ordered, check the return window on the seller’s returns page today, and contact the seller’s customer support with your order number if you want a refund.
- If you have a history of kidney stones, speak with your healthcare professional before taking large amounts of collagen.
By NHINWatch.com Investigations Desk