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Shakeology is a meal replacement shake that contains a very high quality blend of superfoods that help you fight cravings, add energy to your day, and stay healthy. I drink it because the variety of vitamins and minerals in it help me with my sugar cravings. Also, on the 21 Day Fix it’s a suggested form of protein.
Is Shakeology Necessary?
It should be noted that Shakeology is not necessary in any program. Beachbody and their coaches would like you to think it is because they make a lot of money selling it, but you can get equally amazing weight loss results without Shakeology or any other protein shake.
Is Shakeology a meal replacement shake?
Shakeology is not necessarily a meal replacement or simple protein powder–there is no direct substitution for Shakeology because there is no other product like it.
The products listed below have more ingredients than Shakeology and some contain ingredients that are not in Shakeology–but they’re the better store bought options we have available.
How much is Shakeology? Can I get Shakeology cheaper?
Shakeology is very expensive, about $130/month, so many people look for alternative options to Shakeology. Shakeology is cheaper if you sign up for auto ship or sign up to be a coach–many people call it being a discount coach because you’re signed up as a coach with Beachbody just to receive the coach discount for Shakeology and not to sell Beachbody products.
Shakeology Substitutes – Meal Replacement Powders
The most important thing you can look at when comparing meal replacement shakes to substitute for Shakeology are the ingredients. The meal replacement shakes you choose should have no artificial sweeteners. A product that claims to be “no sugar” is usually one that has artificial sweetener added.
Meal Replacement Powders contain more calories and are more filling than protein shakes. Since they’re designed to substitute a meal and not just add protein to your diet, it’s expected they would not be low-calorie.
You’ll also see that meal replacement shakes have more carbs than protein powders. On average, meal replacement powders contain about 250-400 calories per scoop.
I have chosen these products because I have studied their nutrition labels as of December 2018. I have not looked at every product that each company offers, nor have I looked at all of the flavors. Make sure to do your research before you purchase one of these in a different flavor or product.
These meal replacement shakes are comparable to Shakeology as a meal replacement shake:
Excellent Choices for Meal Replacement Shakes for Weight Loss
Ladder Nutrition Protein Powder (both Plant Based and Whey!)
Vega All-in-One Nutritional Shake | Sweetened with Stevia
Vega Essentials | Sweetened with Stevia
Ancient Nutrition Bone Broth Meal Replacement (does not taste like bone broth) | Sweetened with Stevia and Monk Fruit
Perfect Keto | Sweetened with Stevia
You can find more meal replacement powders with Stevia by searching the term on Amazon.
Important 21 Day Fix Information:
How to Calculate Containers on the 21 Day Fix
Alternatives to Shakeology: Protein Shakes
I did not compare these products myself, nor am I a nutritional or medical specialist. I researched to see what others are using to substitute Shakeology and compiled them for you here.
Been on shakes about a week and having diggestive issues usually I do orgain and do regular smoothies don’t need expensive shakes green smoothies is good enough for me
Anyone know of a PB powder that doesn’t have sugar? Thanks!
Has anyone who switched from Shakeology to Vega One noticed an increase in bloating? I switched and have done three days of Vega and have noticed severe bloat which is very unusal. I am doing same thing in my shakes (frozen fruit, chia seads, water) but I have noticed myself bloating heavy and for longer periods of time.
I have a former teaching colleague that now also does BeachBody coaching and often asks for me to join her. She looks great, but so do many others who do NOT do the BB program. I cannot or WILL NOT pay the price for the name. I found the 21 day fix meal plan on web and have saved that to get started.. The meals look great, and I am smart enough to make my own substitutions. I have narrowed my searches down to Vega One, Orgain and possibly 18Shake.. Have not seen any pros or cons regarding, but I am looking for non-gmo. Thanks for sharing info on the 21 day, and I would love to stay in touch and get on the right path… Starting the gym again on Monday.. SO.. wish me luck!
Hi Brenda! I wouldn’t recommend 18Shake because it contains Maltodextrin–it’s an artificial sweetener that can cause you to crave sugar and hold onto weight.
I love energize hydrate and bevy but don’t need the shakes
This information is fabulous!! Thank you for sharing all your hard work!! I like Isagenix meal replacement shakes, but I enjoy following the 21 day fix lifestyle. I use the dairy free chocolate shakes. Would this still only be counted as one red container? If not, how can I look at the ingredients to calculate the containers? Thanks!
I realize I’m behind the curve with this post,but Sprout’s has there own brand of vegan and whey. The vanilla is really good. Fairly comparable to Shakeology ingreidient wise, but it’s got WAY less carbs and a very small amount of stevia for sweetness. If you do t have a Sprout’s where you live the have a website. Oh and it’s $28 for 30 servings. Also the Vega Sport makes a really good sub for the BB chocolate recovery.
Please excuse my type-os.
Thanks Rachael! The ingredients are most important to me, so as long as it doesn’t have artificial sweeteners, I’m in!!
Vega Mocha is amazing! It feels like a cheat with some PB and banana.
I loved Shakeo Green Berry. Cannot justify the cost now :(
Do you guys know of any other brands that carry a similar flavor? I am in Canada, so some store brands might not be available here! Thanks
I don’t–but the most important part of your search should be the ingredients in the shake, so please make sure to look at that as well!
Which of these substitutions tastes the best? I like sweet and smooth. I tried 310 Shakes and couldn’t get over the grittiness and weird taste.
It totally depends on what you like ;)
I LOVE PERFECT KETO. I USE UNFLAVORED IN MY VERY FIRST CUP OF COFFEE IN THE AM. VERY SMOOTH – DISSOLVES COMPLETELY AND FOR A SWEET TREAT MY AFTERNOON COFFEE I USE CHOCALATE. AT 80 CALORIES A SCOOP PLUS ALL THE BENEFITS OF COLLAGEN ITS A GREAT BUY FOR ME. I USED TO USE SHAKEOLOGY BUT IT BECAME TO COSTLY TO KEEP UP WITH,ALTHOUGH TASTES GREAT ESPECIALLY CAFE LATTE.