These days there’s a hefty amount of information out in the world. Unfortunately, some of that information can be widely inaccurate. When it comes to collagen peptides – it’s no different. With various forms flooding the market, it can be challenging to make an informed decision. So, we are setting the record straight and laying out the differences between the 3 most common forms of collagen. 

Powder vs. Liquid:

For a hot second, liquid collagen was the talk of the town. I can’t imagine you didn’t hear about it considering there was quite the controversy surrounding the subject. We don’t have time to get into all of that (we’d be here a while), but we are going to compare liquid collagen vs. powdered collagen for y’all!

1. Form:

• Bowmar Nutrition: powdered collagen peptides
• Average Liquid Collagen: typically come in a pre-mixed liquid form

2. Amount of Collagen:

• Bowmar Nutrition: contains 20g of collagen // 18g protein per serving
• Average Liquid Collagen: varies, but on average 4-6g collagen // 4-6 protein per serving

3. Versatility:

• Bowmar Nutrition: can be easily mixed into any liquid and incorporated into recipes
• Average Liquid Collagen: usually consumed as a standalone drink

4. Taste and Flavor:

• Bowmar Nutrition: available in flavored and unflavored options
• Average Liquid Collagen: typically only available in flavored

5. Convenience:

• Bowmar Nutrition: can be conveniently added to your daily routine and stored in your pantry
• Average Liquid Collagen: typically consumed in their pre-packaged form and most require refrigeration

6. Cost:

• Bowmar Nutrition: price per serving $41.99/30 = $1.40 (unflavored) // $49.99/30 = $1.68 (flavored)
• Average Liquid Collagen: price per serving can vary, but on average $70/30 = $2.33 (for a 4g serving of collagen)

To get the clinical dose of collagen (15g)*, it would cost you roughly $8.70 in liquid form or $1.05 (unflavored) / $1.26 (flavored) of ours.

To get a 20g serving of collagen, it would cost you roughly $11.65 in liquid form or $1.40 (unflavored) / $1.68 (flavored) of ours.

Powder vs. Capsules:

You don’t see many people talking about collagen capsules, but I’m sure you’ve been to the store or supermarket and seen them sitting on the end cap of an aisle! While they may not have as much buzz surrounding them, they are a common form many people use. Let’s go ahead and compare powdered collagen vs. collagen capsules:

1. Form:

• Bowmar Nutrition: powdered collagen peptides
• Average Collagen Capsules: pre-measured pills or capsules

2. Amount of Collagen:

• Bowmar Nutrition: contains 20g of collagen // 18g protein per serving (1 scoop)
• Average Collagen Capsules: varies, but on average 3-6g collagen // 3-6 protein per serving (12 capsules - EEK)

3. Versatility:

• Bowmar Nutrition: can be easily mixed into a variety of beverages and incorporated into recipes.
• Average Collagen Capsules: intended to only be swallowed.

4. Taste and Flavor:

• Bowmar Nutrition: available in flavored and unflavored options
• Average Collagen Capsules: not applicable (can’t taste capsules)

5. Convenience:

• Bowmar Nutrition: can be conveniently added to your daily routine and stored in your pantry
• Average Collagen Capsules: also can be conveniently stored in your pantry

6. Cost:

• Bowmar Nutrition: price per serving $41.99/30 = $1.40 (unflavored) // $49.99/30 = $1.68 (flavored)
• Average Collagen Capsules: price per serving can vary, but on average $41.99/60 = $0.70 (12 capsules)

To get the clinical dose of collagen (15g), it would cost you $1.80 in capsules or $1.05 (unflavored) / $1.26 (flavored) of ours. Plus, you'd have to consume about 30 capsules. That's a lot of capsules for the stomach to have to break down.

To get a 20g serving of collagen, it would cost you $2.33 in capsules (6g serving) / $4.24 (3g serving) or $1.40 (unflavored) / $1.68 (flavored) of ours.

Conclusion:

At the end of the day, you can purchase your collagen peptides wherever you’d like, but please know that with Bowmar Nutrition Collagen Peptides, you’ll receive more collagen/protein per serving, save money, and get to choose from a wide variety of flavors! 

To purchase our Collagen Peptides: CLICK HERE. 

Additional Blogs:

Why We Created Our Own Collagen Peptides

Collagen 101: a Crash Course on Collagen Peptides

The Scoop on What People are Saying About Our Collagen

Guide to Our Collagen Products

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*Source:

Paul C, Leser S, Oesser S. Significant Amounts of Functional Collagen Peptides Can Be Incorporated in the Diet While Maintaining Indispensable Amino Acid Balance. Nutrients. 2019 May 15;11(5):1079. doi: 10.3390/nu11051079. PMID: 31096622; PMCID: PMC6566836.