Rise

Rise Protein Bar

Ranked #4 in Protein Bars

747 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Excellent clean-ingredient credentials per FWDFuel, but low protein density and a niche audience.

Consolidated from 6 independent outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

5 positive sources
1 unconvinced source

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Pros & cons

✓ Listed among the best for natural whole-food nutrition
✓ Minimal ingredient list that ages well
✓ Simple, whole-food ingredients
✓ 20 grams of protein from just almonds, honey, and whey
✓ Verywell Fit's outright top pick for ingredient quality

✗ Low protein density
✗ Narrower availability
✗ Niche audience
✗ Whole-food sourcing commands a premium per gram of protein, making it the most expensive way here to buy 20g of protein
✗ Shorter shelf life than engineered bars

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 1 article, 2 video reviews and 3 community sources

5 positive sources

FWDfuel Sports Nutrition Article · Jun 2026

If ingredient quality is your priority, I would recommend Rise Bar, Transparent Labs, or Bare Bar instead.

Read S Steve Sherron Steve Sherron · 21.9K subscribers · Feb 2026

In contrast, we look at the Rise Protein Bar, which uses as few as three real ingredients: almonds, honey, and whey protein isolate. You’ll learn why a denser, chewier texture is actually a sign of clean eating and real fuel, not a chemistry project.

Watch F Facebook frank.veneziale.2025

Rise bar review with some really good ingredients AND sold at Costco!

View post P Phoenix Weight Loss Phoenix Weight Loss · 9.1K subscribers · May 2014

I give it a 4.2 out of 5 stars. Good ingredients and gives a good amount of energy.

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Rise bar review with some really good ingredients AND sold at Costco!

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1 unconvinced source

F r/FoodAllergies reddit.com

The RISE protein bar labeling is misleading and dangerous. Cross-contamination on products with may contain statements has resulted in several deaths, and the misleading advertisement of having "no soy" and "no peanuts" significantly increases risk for vulnerable populations. This is not only a severe safety issue, but also an accessibility issue for protected classes: people with disabilities (reading, learning, or eyesight), national origin (immigrants and ESL speakers), and age (poor eyesight, difficulty with confusing labeling). Some examples of recent cross-contamination-related deaths: 1. Ruben Bousquet (2019): 14-yr old who died after consuming 'allergen-free' popcorn that was cross-contaminated with dairy. 2.

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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #4 of 16 on our protein bars tier list, in A tier. That placement draws on 6 independent outlets.

1 of the 6 sources with a clear view is critical of it: r/FoodAllergies. Low protein density. Narrower availability. Niche audience. Whole-food sourcing commands a premium per gram of protein, making it the most expensive way here to buy 20g of protein. Shorter shelf life than engineered bars.