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Nutricost Collagen Peptides Powder 4 oz Unflavored (Grass-Fed Bovine, Types I & III)

Nutricost
2.3
Best budget grass-fed collagen peptides
$12.95 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Collagen SourceGrass-fed bovine
Peptide TypeTypes I & III
Grams Per Serving~10g (estimated)

Nutricost Collagen Peptides is a budget-friendly unflavored hydrolyzed collagen powder sourced from grass-fed bovine. Each 4 oz container delivers a modest collagen dose with Types I & III peptides — well-suited for skin, hair, nail, and joint support. The product is gluten-free and non-GMO, though third-party testing claims are not prominently documented. Mixability is generally clean in warm beverages; unflavored means no taste interference. At $3.24 per ounce ($12.95 for 4 oz), it sits in the value tier — lower cost per serving than category leaders but with fewer added synergy actives (vitamin C, hyaluronic acid) and less established reputation. Community sentiment is cautiously positive; users report good dissolvability and no major QC complaints, though the brand lacks the trust footprint of Vital Proteins or Sports Research. Best for cost-conscious shoppers seeking a simple, unflavored collagen base without premium sourcing traceability or third-party seals.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Affordable grass-fed collagen peptides, unflavored and clean.

  • Value for money 86
  • Review rating & velocity 54
  • Community sentiment 69
  • Brand reputation 74
  • Search heat 57
  • Est. return & defect rate 84
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Grass-fed bovine source
  • Unflavored — mixes without taste interference
  • Hydrolyzed peptides (Types I & III)
  • Gluten-free & non-GMO
  • Low cost per serving
  • Dissolves cleanly in warm liquid

Cons

  • No prominent third-party testing or NSF certification
  • No added synergy actives (vitamin C, hyaluronic acid)
  • Small 4 oz size — may require frequent reordering
  • Limited brand recognition vs. category leaders
  • Sparse recent review activity
  • Modest collagen dose per serving
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Trend leader Sports Research Collagen Peptides Powder 7.8oz Unflavored
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Third-Party Tested & Certified
ISO lab-tested; no NSF/Informed Choice Third-party tested; no major certs listed
Source Quality
Grass-fed bovine Bovine, sourcing unspecified
Cost per Serving
$0.55–$0.61 $3.10/serving Best value
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