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Short answer
On the flagship powders, Codeage Multi Collagen Protein Powder Large costs less per gram of collagen ($0.71 vs. $0.96 per 10 g, about 27% less). The bigger difference is source: Codeage lists bovine, chicken, marine, eggshell membrane; Vital Proteins lists bovine. If you avoid fish or eggs, check that before price.
The flagship powders, side by side
| Codeage Multi Collagen Protein Powder Large | Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides - Unflavored | |
|---|---|---|
| Collagen per serving | 9 g | 20 g |
| Serving size | 1 scoop (about 9 g) | 4 tbsp (20 g) |
| Servings | 63 | 14 |
| Listed price | $39.99 | $27.00 |
| Per 10 g collagen | $0.71 | $0.96 |
| Sources | bovine, chicken, marine, eggshell membrane | bovine |
| Collagen types | I, II, III, V, X | Not stated |
| Added ingredients | None listed | None listed |
| Certifications stated | NSF Certified (NSF/ANSI 173) | NSF (badge), Kosher (badge), iGen Non-GMO Tested (badge) |
Including the marine versions
| Product | Collagen / serving | Servings | Listed price | Per 10 g collagen | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Codeage Multi Collagen Protein Powder Large | 9 g | 63 | $39.99 | $0.71 | bovine, chicken, marine, eggshell membrane |
| Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides - Unflavored (no affiliate link) | 20 g | 14 | $27.00 | $0.96 | bovine |
| Codeage Wild Caught Marine Collagen Peptides Powder | 9 g | 50 | $54.99 | $1.22 | fish |
| Vital Proteins Marine Collagen - Unflavored (no affiliate link) | 12 g | 18 | $39.00 | $1.81 | fish |
Manufacturer figures and one-time prices checked November 3, 2026. How we calculate this.
Multi-source vs. single-source
A multi-source blend lists several animal sources and collagen types on one label. A single-source powder is simpler to check against allergies and diets. The trials we cite each tested one specific preparation, and none compared blends with single-source products. See marine vs. bovine.
Which to choose
- Lowest cost per gram: whichever leads the table on the day you buy; prices change.
- Fewest sources to check for allergies: the single-source option.
- Certification: compare what each manufacturer states, listed in the table.
We have no affiliate relationship with Vital Proteins. Its figures come from vitalproteins.com.
Sources and method
- Codeage Multi Collagen Protein Powder Large product page
- Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides - Unflavored product page
- Codeage Wild Caught Marine Collagen Peptides Powder product page
- Vital Proteins Marine Collagen - Unflavored product page
Label figures and prices are from each manufacturer’s product page, checked November 3, 2026. We have not tested these products. For personal suitability, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or have a fish or egg allergy, consult a qualified health professional.