Myprotein Collagen: What's the Real Scoop? A Deep Dive into Customer Feedback

The quest for radiant skin, resilient joints, and overall well-being has propelled collagen supplements into the mainstream. Among the myriad of brands vying for your attention, Myprotein stands out as a prominent player in the sports nutrition arena, offering a diverse range of collagen products. Here at Sundried, we're embarking on our own personal journey to test and review several exciting collagen offerings from Myprotein.

While our in-house testing is underway - as we meticulously sample various flavours and product types to bring you a detailed, firsthand account - we understand the importance of real-world experiences. That's why we've undertaken a comprehensive deep dive into the vast landscape of consumer feedback surrounding Myprotein's collagen.

Forget the marketing jargon and polished advertisements. We've scoured online retailers, official Myprotein websites across the globe, and independent review platforms to uncover what everyday users are actually saying about these products. From the much-debated taste of the unflavoured options to the surprising popularity of certain flavours, and even the recent buzz around recipe changes, we've left no stone unturned in our pursuit of the unvarnished truth.

And for those who might find the pre-packaged flavours don't quite hit the mark, don't fret! We've got you covered with a wealth of creative content on crafting your own delicious flavour combinations right here on Sundried. So, if you're not a fan of the standard offerings, our flavour-creation guides are your secret weapon to a collagen experience tailored to your taste buds.

Consider this your insider's look into the collective voice of Myprotein collagen users. We're laying bare the praises and the pitfalls, the raves and the rants, to provide you with a comprehensive understanding before you even consider clicking "add to cart." Stay tuned - our own in-depth reviews, packed with our personal experiences and insights, are coming soon. But in the meantime, let's delve into the fascinating world of Myprotein collagen as seen through the eyes (and taste buds) of its customers.

Myprotein Collagen Review: Laying Bare the Consumer Feedback on Myprotein's Collagen Protein

1. The Long and Short of It

Alright, so we've had a good old dig through what folks are saying about Myprotein's collagen protein. We've scoured the big online shops, Myprotein's own websites across the globe, and those independent review geezers. Turns out, it's a bit of a mixed bag, innit? What people reckon really depends on the flavour, the type (like the unflavoured stuff or the Clear Collagen), and even where the reviewer's from. The big things that keep cropping up are the taste, whether it actually works, and how well it mixes in. The flavoured ones generally get a better thumbs-up than the plain stuff, which is causing a fair bit of chin-wagging, especially in the States and parts of Europe. And get this, there's been some recent chatter about the Clear Collagen recipe being a bit different, which has got some knickers in a twist. Where you are in the world seems to make a difference too, especially with the unflavoured collagen - suggests they might be doing things a bit differently with the recipe or the quality control depending on the market. So, we've put our heads together and come up with some pointers for anyone thinking of buying it and for Myprotein themselves to sort out the niggles and keep their customers happy.

2. What's the Crack with Collagen?

Collagen protein's become a right trendy thing, hasn't it? People reckon it's the bee's knees for your skin, hair, nails, and joints. As everyone's getting more clued up on health and feeling good, the market's gone a bit bonkers for these collagen supplements, with loads of brands chucking their hats in the ring. Myprotein, who've been knocking about in the sports nutrition game for a while, do a whole range of collagen protein bits and bobs. So, we thought we'd have a proper look at what the punters are saying about their stuff to get a real feel for how it's going down. By having a squint at reviews from all sorts of places, we're trying to figure out what Myprotein's doing right and what they could be doing better, so we can give some decent advice to folks thinking of buying and give Myprotein some food for thought. We've had a good nosey at customer reviews and independent opinions on the big online players like Amazon and eBay, Myprotein's official sites in different countries, and those independent review sites and blogs. This proper deep dive should give us a good handle on what people really think and how the products perform in the real world.

3. What the Customers are Saying on the Big Shops

3.1. Amazon

3.1.1. Amazon.com.be (Belgium)

Right, on Amazon Belgium, the Myprotein Hydrolysed Collagen Peptide, Unflavoured, has got an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 93 reviews from all over. Now, while that sounds alright on the face of it, if you have a proper look at what individuals are saying, it's a bit of a mixed bag. One person from the UK said their hair and nails had been growing like weeds after using the unflavoured powder in their morning cuppa for nearly a year. So, for some, it seems to do the trick. But then you get someone from Japan who got the runs and said the unflavoured stuff was both tasteless and didn't mix well, telling others to go for the flavoured options instead. This suggests there might be some issues with the unflavoured recipe or that it doesn't suit everyone. To add to that, another UK reviewer reckoned the unflavoured collagen tasted "vile," even when mixed with something with flavour, so palatability's a big issue for some. And get this, one UK customer was proper miffed about a massive 500% price hike, saying they wouldn't buy it again, so value for money might be a worry too. So, the feedback from Amazon Belgium shows that while some folks find the unflavoured Myprotein collagen does the job, a fair few are having a mare with the taste, how it mixes, and even their tummies, not to mention the price.

3.1.2. Amazon.de (Germany)

The general feeling towards the MyProtein Collagen Protein - Unflavoured - 1 kg on Amazon Germany is pretty much the same as what we saw on the Belgian site, with an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 92 reviews from all over. The same old story keeps popping up in the proper reviews - the unflavoured version's a bit of a disaster. Just like on Amazon Belgium, reviewers on the German site were moaning about the taste and how it doesn't dissolve properly. One reviewer from Japan, whose comment was translated, said it had no flavour and was a pain to mix, which lines up with the Japanese review on the Belgian site. This consistent moaning across different European Amazon sites about the unflavoured stuff really hammers home that taste and how it mixes are big problems for this particular one in this part of the world. It's not just a one-off, it seems to be a proper issue for customers in different European countries. This consistent negative reaction to the unflavoured collagen on the main European Amazon sites suggests Myprotein might need to have a rethink about the recipe or give clearer instructions on how best to use it to avoid these problems.

3.1.3. Amazon.co.uk (United Kingdom)

On Amazon UK, the MyProtein Collagen Unflavoured Protein, 1 kg, gets a slightly better average of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 95 reviews from all over. But even with this slightly better score, the main themes in what customers are saying are still the same as on the other European Amazon sites. Some good news is that one reviewer said it arrived safe and sound. Another UK user said their hair and nails were doing great after using the unflavoured powder in their coffee. And a triathlete said it helped ease their aches and pains from training. So, some folks, especially those with specific needs or ways of using it, are finding it does them good. But the bad news keeps coming about the taste of the unflavoured stuff, with one reviewer again calling it "vile". Interestingly, another person found it "a bit too sweet," which is odd considering it's meant to be unflavoured, but there you go. The UK reviews give a slightly more positive overall score, but the constant moaning about the unflavoured version's taste is still a big downer, and the mention of unexpected sweetness adds another layer to what people think of it.

Table 1: Amazon Customer Ratings and Sentiment Drivers

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3.2. eBay

3.2.1. eBay.co.uk (United Kingdom)

The information we've got for Myprotein collagen protein on eBay UK is a bit thin on the ground, with only one review for the MyProtein Collagen Protein Powder - 90% Hydrolised - 1kg in Strawberry Flavour. This one review gave it a perfect 5.0 out of 5 stars, with the person saying "All good stuff". They also said they were 100% likely to recommend it and gave it top marks for value and quality. Now, while this one review is great, because there aren't many others, we can't really say what everyone else thinks on eBay UK. But this positive feedback for the strawberry flavour does suggest that this particular one might be popular with the few who've bought and reviewed it on eBay. To get a better idea of what people really think of Myprotein collagen protein on eBay, we'd need to see a lot more reviews for different flavours and types.

3.2.2. eBay.com (Israel)

When we had a look at eBay Israel, we found loads of different Myprotein bits and bobs, like their Clear Whey Isolate, Weight Gainer, and Impact Whey Protein. But we couldn't find any specific customer reviews for Myprotein collagen protein in the stuff we looked at for this site and region. While the fact that they sell other Myprotein stuff suggests they're in the Israeli market through eBay, the lack of collagen protein reviews means this site doesn't really help us understand what people think of this specific product in Israel. We might need to dig a bit deeper to see if they even sell Myprotein collagen protein on eBay Israel and if there are any customer reviews hiding away there.

4. What the Customers are Saying on the Official Myprotein Website

4.1. US Myprotein Website

The official US Myprotein website paints a more complicated and slightly less rosy picture of their collagen protein compared to some of the Amazon scores. The overall rating is 3.69 out of 5 stars, based on 78 customer reviews. Some good things people are saying include "Great product," "Mixes well," and "Noticeable difference". Some have specifically said it's helped their skin and that it's good value for money. Some like the unflavoured one because you can chuck it in anything without it changing the taste (though this goes against what others have said about the taste). Specific positive comments include "Favourite collagen," "This is what I want," and that it's "Great with other powders". Loads of people reckon it's spot on in coffee. And the chocolate flavour seems to be a hit for both taste and how well it mixes. But the bad stuff is pretty bad, and there's a fair bit of it. Some people say it doesn't mix well, and the unflavoured one is often described as tasting "vile". One person even said to avoid the chocolate flavour. The packaging is another thing people are moaning about, saying it's a pain and messy. The unflavoured collagen gets a proper kicking for its taste and smell, with some lovely descriptions like "dog farts," "rotten meat," and "beefy with a hint of rotting compost". Some reviewers are even telling others to "listen to the bad reviews" and call the product "rotten tasting and smelling". What's more, some long-time users have noticed a change in the unflavoured stuff, saying it's gone lumpy. So, the feedback on the US Myprotein site is a real mix, with the unflavoured one being a major problem, while some of the flavoured ones, like chocolate, seem to go down better.

4.2. Israeli Myprotein Website

The Israeli Myprotein website tells a much happier story for their Collagen Protein Powder, with a much higher average of 4.45 out of 5 stars based on a whopping 550 customer reviews. The feedback here is mostly positive, with people saying it "blends well" and "smooth and tastes great" (especially the vanilla flavour). One person called the unflavoured one "amazing" and said they use it every day in their latte without it changing the taste. Another said it's a "very good product" that mixes brilliantly, has a nice smooth texture, and tastes amazing. Other good comments include it having a "decent flavour and really easy to mix" and being "effective". The bad feedback on the Israeli site is less common, but someone said the chocolate flavour was "too sweet," and another found the unflavoured one made their tea a bit sweeter, though they didn't necessarily mind. One really negative review called the taste "the worst taste ever" and "unbelievably sweet," leading the person to bin two bags. The overwhelmingly positive feeling on the Israeli Myprotein site, especially about how well the unflavoured one mixes and its neutral taste, is a stark contrast to the bad feedback from the US, suggesting they might be doing things differently with the recipe or that folks in Israel just have different tastes.

4.3. Malaysian Myprotein Website

Customer reviews on the Malaysian Myprotein website for the Collagen Protein Powder are also generally positive, with an average of 4.27 out of 5 stars from 708 reviews. Loads of people are happy, with one saying "Strawberry is the best" flavour, especially with Greek yogurt. Another simply said "Love this collagen powder". Someone else mentioned it really worked for them after about six months, having tried other brands before without the same results. The unflavoured one also got praise as a "great and very versatile product" that mixes easily with all sorts of things like coffee, porridge, soups, and even gravy. However, some bad feedback included someone saying it's "very sweet," and the vanilla flavour was called "horrendous" by someone who preferred the strawberry. Interestingly, one person said they got a dodgy batch of the unflavoured powder with a weird smell and taste, but Myprotein's customer service was brilliant at looking into it and sending a replacement. The Malaysian reviews generally line up with the positive vibes in Israel, especially about how versatile and well the unflavoured one mixes, while also giving us some flavour preferences and highlighting how important good customer service is when things go wrong.

4.4. Australian Myprotein Website

The Australian Myprotein website shows the happiest customers out of all the places we looked at, with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 82 reviews for their Collagen Protein. A common theme in the good feedback is how much people like the unflavoured one. One person exclaimed, "Finally hopeful!... I have the unflavoured and there is no taste," also mentioning they had more energy and felt fuller when they mixed it in their morning smoothie. Another simply said, "My go to protein, love it". Loads of reviewers specifically mentioned the "good quality, great price" and the fact that the unflavoured collagen "blends so well" without changing the texture or leaving a funny aftertaste in smoothies and other drinks. One person noted, "Perfect for us. We use this in our smoothies everyday because it doesn't mess with my gut health.... I have the unflavoured and there is no taste". There are also quite a few customers who "absolutely love the Unflavoured" and prefer it over the flavoured ones because they're worried about artificial sweeteners. The main bad feedback in the Australian reviews is that the unflavoured one is often out of stock. One person said that while the taste isn't great on its own, you can't notice it when it's mixed in. Another said they mixed the strawberry flavour with vanilla to make it less sweet. The Australian customer feedback strongly suggests they're really happy with Myprotein collagen protein, especially the unflavoured one, which they consistently praise for having no taste and mixing well, which is completely different to the bad opinions in the US market.

4.5. Clear Collagen Protein Powder Reviews on Myprotein Website

The Clear Collagen Protein Powder on the Myprotein website has an average of 4.35 out of 5 stars based on 211 reviews. Some good feedback includes someone calling it a "Miracle collagen" that really helped with wrinkles, skin glow, and even cellulite. The peach flavour got special praise as "amazing" and "refreshing". However, recent reviews are showing a growing worry about changes to the product. Several people have said the "Change in taste" of the unflavoured one. Some long-time customers have noticed it's "Not the same" anymore, with one saying the new taste is like "soured milk" in their coffee. Another person said the "Formula changed," and it's now yellow, more grainy, and has a strong "curry like smell and taste," making it "absolutely unusable". One particularly bad review called it "Awful," with a "weird sour taste" that made it impossible to drink no matter what it was mixed with. On top of that, someone reported a big problem with the label on the peach flavour, where the amount of carbs listed online was completely different to what was printed on the actual product. So, while the overall score is still okay, the recent surge of bad feedback about changes in taste, smell, texture, and label accuracy for the Clear Collagen Protein Powder, especially the unflavoured one, suggests there might be a problem with how consistent and good the product is, which is making customers unhappy.

4.6. Myprotein Hydrolysed Collagen Peptide Vanilla Reviews on Holland & Barrett (likely linked from Myprotein)

The Myprotein Hydrolysed Collagen Peptide Vanilla 1kg gets a much lower average of 3.1 stars based on 8 customer reviews on Holland & Barrett. Some good points include it being "Great value," a "Good Protein powder," having a "Nice flavour," and being "Convenient and great price". However, the bad reviews raise concerns about the texture and taste. One person said that while the flavour was nice, it "leaves a grainy residue". Another simply said "Not great". One particularly harsh review called it "Absolutely terrible," "rubbish" with a "Terrible taste!" and told others not to buy it. The feedback for the vanilla flavoured hydrolysed collagen peptide on Holland & Barrett suggests that this specific flavour might have issues with texture and how it tastes, leading to a less than brilliant experience for some compared to other Myprotein collagen products.

4.7. Impact Diet Collagen Reviews on Myprotein Website

The Impact Diet Collagen on the Myprotein website has a rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews. Good feedback highlights the "Nice taste" of the caramel latte flavour and how it helps with joint pain. Several people reported good results for their fitness goals, with comments like "Already working!... muscle is looking more defined, I've lost some fat, and my skin is looking so much better," and "Great Taste and Very Filling". One person found it "So good! Tastes yummy," and another called it "Brilliant!... skin is glowing and I have more energy. It fills you up". It was also noted as a "Tasty! Great quick fix of protein after a workout". However, some bad feedback mentioned that the caramel latte flavour can be "a bit clumpy" and "super sweet," and it doesn't mix well in coffee. One person also pointed out that it only contains one type of collagen. Overall, the Impact Diet Collagen seems to be popular for its taste and perceived benefits for fitness and weight management, although the issues with mixing

and sweetness should be considered. This variant seems to cater to a specific market segment interested in a flavoured collagen protein with potential weight management benefits.

8. Conclusion

Right, so having had a good look at what everyone's saying, it's clear that opinions on Myprotein collagen protein are a bit all over the shop. While some folks are chuffed to bits with the results and like the taste of certain flavours, there are some proper worries, especially about the unflavoured stuff tasting a bit grim in the States and parts of Europe. The fact that the unflavoured one gets such different reactions depending on where you are in the world suggests they might be doing things differently with the recipe or the quality control depending on the market. The flavoured ones generally go down better taste-wise, but some people have found them a bit too sweet. And those recent rumblings about the Clear Collagen recipe changes are a bit of a red flag. So, all in all, while Myprotein does offer a range of collagen protein that keeps some customers happy, they've definitely got some areas to sort out, especially making sure the unflavoured one is consistently good and palatable everywhere, and getting to the bottom of these Clear Collagen issues.

9. Recommendations

For Potential Customers:

• If you're a bit iffy about the taste, maybe go for one of the flavoured Myprotein collagen options like strawberry, chocolate, or Vimto, as they seem to get decent reviews for taste. Just bear in mind some might be a tad on the sweet side.
• Be prepared that it might not mix perfectly, especially with certain types, so keep a shaker or blender handy to get it nice and smooth.
• If you're thinking of getting the unflavoured one, particularly if you're in the US or Europe, be aware that quite a few people have moaned about the taste and smell. Maybe try a smaller bag first if you can, or see if you can find reviews from people in your neck of the woods.
• Be a bit cautious if you're looking at the Clear Collagen, especially the unflavoured one, as there have been recent reports of the recipe changing and the taste and quality going downhill. Have a look at the latest reviews to see what people are saying now.

For Myprotein:

• You really need to get to the bottom of why the unflavoured collagen protein tastes and smells so different depending on where you are in the world. Have a proper look at your suppliers, how you make it, and your quality control to make sure it's consistent and palatable everywhere.
• Based on all the negative feedback from the US and parts of Europe, maybe have a rethink about the recipe for the unflavoured collagen protein to make it taste and smell better. This could mean using different collagen sources or tweaking how you process it.
• Have a look at the packaging, as some customers are finding it a bit of a pain and messy to use. Maybe explore some more user-friendly designs that make it easier to scoop out the powder without making a mess.
• Have a look at how sweet your flavoured collagen options are, based on what customers are saying, and maybe think about offering some with different levels of sweetness to cater to more people's tastes.
• You really need to sort out the issues with the Clear Collagen Protein Powder recipe pronto. Take steps to win back your customers' trust, maybe by going back to the old recipe or making some serious improvements to the current one.
• Get tougher on your quality control across all your collagen protein products and in all regions to make sure they meet customer expectations for taste, texture, and whether they actually work.
• Keep a close eye on what customers are saying on all the different platforms to spot any new problems and sort out any worries quickly and properly. This will help you make your products better and keep your customers loyal.