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Reviewed by Louisa Giampaolo, Dietitian, on 9 June 2026

Plant Based Protein Powder

Shop plant based protein powder at Elite Supps. Plant protein comes from a range of sources - pea, rice, hemp, soy, fava bean and more - each with its own profile. Understanding them helps you pick the right powder for your goals and your gut. Every member of our team is a certified nutritionist, so you can choose with confidence.

The Main Plant Protein Sources

  • Pea protein - high in protein and BCAAs, easy to digest; the most popular base (1).
  • Rice protein - lower in the amino acid lysine, so usually blended with pea to complete the profile.
  • Hemp protein - wholefood-style, with fibre and omega fats, though lower in protein per scoop.
  • Soy protein - naturally complete on its own, with a strong amino profile.
  • Fava bean and pumpkin seed - increasingly common in modern blends for a complete, smooth protein.

Why Blends Win

No single plant protein is perfect alone, which is why the best plant-based powders blend two or more sources - classically pea and rice - to deliver a complete amino acid profile that rivals whey. Blends also tend to taste and mix better.

How to Choose

For most people a blend with around 20 to 25 grams of protein per serve is the sweet spot. Want a wholefood feel? Hemp. Prefer a single complete source? Soy. Easily bloated? Look for added digestive enzymes. And pick a flavour you will enjoy.

Why Buy from Elite Supps

  • Every member of our team, online and in all our stores, is a certified nutritionist, so expert advice is always free.
  • A specialist range of plant-based protein - single-source and multi-source blends.
  • More than 140 stores nationwide, plus fast online delivery and same-day dispatch.
  • Family-owned, with competitive prices and regular deals.
  • Flat-rate shipping Australia-wide, and free delivery on orders over $150.
  • A 30-day money-back guarantee on your order.

Explore More

Compare vegan protein and pea protein, see our top 10 vegan proteins, or browse all protein powder. Our certified nutritionists can help.

FAQ

What is the best plant based protein?

A blend of two or more sources (like pea and rice) for a complete amino acid profile. Single sources work too - soy is complete on its own, hemp is more wholefood-style.

Is plant protein a complete protein?

Some single sources are low in one or two amino acids, but blends - and soy on its own - provide a complete profile (1).

Which plant protein is easiest to digest?

Pea protein is well tolerated by most people, and many blends add digestive enzymes to reduce bloating.

Plant based or whey protein?

For muscle building and recovery, a good plant blend is comparable to whey. Plant protein suits vegans, dairy-free diets, and anyone who finds whey heavy on the stomach.

Where can I buy plant based protein in Australia?

Right here at Elite Supplements. Our certified nutritionists can help. Shop online or visit any of our 140+ stores.

References

1. The Current Situation of Pea Protein and Its Application in the Food Industry. Molecules. https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/27/16/5354