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Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake vs Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake

Both are shelf-stable, lactose-free ultrafiltered milk shakes with no added sugar, so the choice comes down to protein per can and flavor. The Vanilla delivers 42g of protein in 180 calories, while the Cookies & Cream gives 30g in 130 calories with a dessert flavor. Owners rate both 4.9 out of 5, and the Vanilla has far more ratings behind it. Buy the Vanilla for the most protein per can and the mild everyday flavor; buy the Cookies & Cream if you want fewer calories and a treat flavor.

  • Choose the Cookies & Cream if you want a dessert-flavored shake with fewer calories per can and 30g of protein.
  • Choose the Vanilla if you want the highest protein per can, a neutral flavor you can drink daily, and the shake with the larger track record of ratings.

Prices

  • Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake: $11.99 at Target (last seen Nov 6)
  • Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake: $4.49 at Target (last seen Nov 8)
  • Difference: the Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake is $7.50 cheaper than the Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake at the latest prices (Nov 6 and Nov 8)
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Cookies & Cream 30G Ultra Protein Shake

Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake

Cookies & Cream 30G Ultra Protein Shake

4.9(516 ratings)
$11.99at TargetObserved Nov 6, 2026, 3:24 AM
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Pros
  • 30g protein in a 130-calorie can
  • Lactose-free with no added sugar
  • Dessert flavor owners call rich and smooth
  • No refrigeration needed
  • Free of Ace-K, erythritol, carrageenan and aspartame
Cons
  • Only 30g protein versus 42g in the Vanilla
  • One flavor only
  • Contains sucralose and stevia, which some avoid
  • Contains milk
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Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake

Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake

4.9(1,938 ratings)
$4.49at TargetObserved Nov 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
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Pros
  • 42g protein per can, the most of the two
  • 0g added sugar and 1g net carbs
  • Lactose-free and fat-free
  • Mild vanilla suits daily drinking
  • Nearly 2,000 ratings at 4.9 out of 5
Cons
  • 180 calories per can, higher than the Cookies & Cream
  • 450mg sodium per can
  • One flavor only
  • Contains milk

What separates them

Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein ShakeVanilla Ultra Protein Shake
Protein per can30g42g
Calories per can130180
Protein-to-calorie ratioAbout 23% of calories from proteinAbout 23% of calories from protein
FlavorCookies and cream dessert flavorMild vanilla
SweetenersSucralose and stevia (Reb M)Not stated
Added sugar0g added sugar, 1g total sugar0g added sugar, 1g total sugar
SodiumNot stated450mg
Ratings volume516 ratings1,938 ratings

Price history

  • Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake: lowest $10.99 on Nov 6.
  • Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake: lowest $4.49 on Nov 8 at Target.

Prices at every store

Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake

  • TargetNew

    Availability unknown

    $11.99Observed Nov 6, 2026, 3:24 AM
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  • Slate MilkCheck price at Slate Milk
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Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake

  • Hy-VeeNew

    In stock

    $4.99Observed Nov 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
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  • TargetNew

    Availability unknown

    $4.49Observed Nov 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
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  • ShiptNew

    Availability unknown

    $4.65Observed Nov 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
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  • Natures Food MarketsNew

    Availability unknown

    $4.89Observed Nov 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
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Specs compared

SpecSlate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein ShakeVanilla Ultra Protein Shake
product_categoryProtein Shake—
product_typeProtein Shake—
product_formReady-to-drink shake—
protein_sourceUltrafiltered milk—
protein_density30g protein per 11 fl oz can—
proteintocalorie_ratio30g protein per 130 calories—
allergen_informationContains milk—
dietarypatternfitHigh-protein, lactose-free, 0g added sugar—
sweetener_typeSucralose and stevia (Reb M)—
caffeine_contentCaffeine-free—
refrigeration_requirementDoes not require refrigeration; best served cold—
shelf_stabilityShelf-stable—
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SpecSlate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein ShakeVanilla Ultra Protein Shake
flavor_profileCookies and cream—
texture_consistencySmooth ready-to-drink shake—
satiety_support30g protein per serving—
micronutrient_fortificationVitamin A and vitamin D3—
functional_ingredientsUltrafiltered milk protein, lactase enzyme—
digestivetolerancefeaturesLactose-free; made with lactase enzyme—
lactosefreestatusLactose Free—
Protein—42g
Added sugar—

What reviewers say

Slate Milk Cookies & Cream Protein Shake

  • 4.9 / 5516 ratings

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 516 ratings, buyers mostly praise the flavor and how light it drinks for 30g of protein. Many say it fills them up and gives an energy boost.

What people mention
  • FlavorPraisedBuyers call the cookies and cream taste great and say they reach for it again.
  • TexturePraisedDrinkers find it smooth and surprisingly light for 30g of protein.
  • SatietyPraisedReviewers say it helps fill them up and gives an energy boost.
  • SweetenersMixedSucralose and stevia keep sugar at 1g, but some tasters notice an aftertaste.

Vanilla Ultra Protein Shake

  • 4.9 / 51,938 ratings

Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,938 ratings, buyers mostly praise the smooth vanilla taste and the high protein for the calories. The main complaints are the mild flavor and the sodium level.

What people mention
  • TastePraisedBuyers call the vanilla smooth and mellow rather than overly sweet.
  • ProteinPraisedOwners value getting 42g of protein in one ready-to-drink bottle.
  • ConveniencePraisedReviewers like that it needs no powder, shaker or cleanup.
  • Flavor varietyCriticised

Questions and answers

Which has more protein?
The Vanilla, at 42g per can against 30g in the Cookies & Cream. Both get their protein from ultrafiltered milk rather than added powder.
Which is better after a workout?
The Vanilla gives you 12g more protein per can, which suits heavier training days. The Cookies & Cream is lighter in calories if you want a smaller post-workout shake.
Are either of them dairy-free?
No. Both are made from ultrafiltered milk and contain milk. They are lactose-free, which is different from dairy-free.
Do they need refrigeration?
Both are shelf-stable and need no refrigeration until you open them. Serve them cold for the best texture.
Is the Vanilla worth stepping up to over the Cookies & Cream?
Step up if protein per can is your priority or you want a neutral flavor for daily use. Stay with the Cookies & Cream if you want fewer calories and a dessert taste.
Which do owners rate higher?
Both sit at 4.9 out of 5. The Vanilla has far more ratings behind that score, so its record is the more tested of the two.

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0g added sugar
Net carbs—1g Net Carbs
Lactose—Lactose Free
Calories—180
Total Fat—0 Grams
Sodium—450 Milligrams
Total Carbohydrate—2 Grams
Total Sugars—1 Grams
Calcium—989 Milligrams
Potassium—433 Milligrams
Some wish there were more than one flavor per pack.