Short answer: a mass gainer is a convenient way to add calories when food alone is not enough. Compare the serving size, calories, protein, carbohydrate and sugar per serving, the price per 1,000 kcal, and how many servings the pack gives you. Many people can gain weight on food alone, so check whether you need one at all.
This guide explains what to look for, then compares four gainers that were in stock on their brand's site when we rechecked them on 31 Oct 2026. Gibbon makes two of them. Gibbon figures come from the printed label shown on our product pages. Competitor facts come from each brand's own page, linked and dated.
Do you need a mass gainer at all?
Start with food. If you are eating three meals and two snacks and your weight still is not moving, a gainer can help close the calorie gap. Our explainer on mass gainer vs whey protein covers the difference in detail:
- Whey protein adds protein with relatively few calories.
- A mass gainer adds protein plus a large amount of carbohydrate, so each serving carries far more calories.
If you want protein without many extra calories, look at the whey protein category instead. Unsure of your daily needs? Use our protein calculator.
What to look for on a gainer label
Serving size. Gainer servings are large. Some brands count one scoop as a serving, others three. Read it carefully.
Calories, protein and carbohydrate per serving. Compare all three. A 3:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio means three grams of carbs for every gram of protein.
Sugar. Check total sugars as well as added sugar. Milk powders bring natural sugars even when no sugar is added.
Added ingredients. Some gainers add creatine, vitamins, minerals, enzymes or herbal extracts. Read the full ingredient list, and check with a doctor if you have a medical condition.
Mixing. Mixing with milk adds calories on top of the label values.
Servings per pack. A 1 kg pack with 150 g servings lasts about a week.
Comparison table
Selling prices checked 31 Oct 2026.
| # | Product | Serving | Energy, protein and carbs per serving | Servings | Selling price | Price per serving | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg | 3 heaped scoops (150 g) | 586.32 kcal, 22.60 g protein, 111.3 g carbs | 7 | ₹1,480 | ₹211.43 (₹360.61 per 1,000 kcal; ₹148.00 per 100 g) | Gibbon label image |
| 2 | Gibbon Mass Gainer 3kg | 3 heaped scoops (150 g) | 586.32 kcal, 22.60 g protein, 111.3 g carbs | 20 | ₹3,240 | ₹162.00 (₹276.30 per 1,000 kcal; ₹108.00 per 100 g) | Gibbon label image |
| 3 | Avvatar Mass Gainer 2 kg | Page states both 60 g and 100 g | 45.6 g protein, 122 g carbs | Not stated in the section we read | ₹3,464 | No single scoop size, so per 100 g only: ₹173.20 per 100 g (calculated) | Avvatar page, checked 31 Oct 2026 |
| 4 | MuscleBlaze Mass Gainer XXL 3 kg | 1 levelled scoop with 300 ml skimmed milk | 1361 kcal and 76.5 g protein from three servings with milk | Not stated in the section we read | ₹3,429 | No scoop weight stated, so per 100 g only: ₹114.30 per 100 g (calculated) | MuscleBlaze page, checked 31 Oct 2026 |
Gibbon price per serving: selling price ÷ servings. For Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg, ₹1,480 ÷ 7 = ₹211.43, and ₹211.43 ÷ 586.32 kcal × 1,000 = ₹360.61 per 1,000 kcal.
1. Gibbon Mass Gainer, 1 kg
The label on Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg lists 586.32 kcal, 22.60 g protein, 111.3 g carbohydrate, 34.84 g total sugars, 0 g added sugar and 5.37 g fat per 150 g serving (three heaped scoops), with 7 servings per pack. It also lists 3000 mg creatine monohydrate per serving. Read the full ingredient list and directions on the pack before use.
Speak to a doctor before using it if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a medical condition. A NABL lab report, AR-260-2026-00004178-01, is displayed on the product page.
Buyable flavours on Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg: Butterscotch, Swiss Chocolate, Latte and Strawberry cheese cake.
2. Gibbon Mass Gainer, 3 kg
Gibbon Mass Gainer 3kg is the larger pack, with 20 servings of 150 g on its label, and the same values per serving as the 1 kg, which brings the cost per serving down to ₹162.00.
Buyable flavours on Gibbon Mass Gainer 3kg: Latte, Swiss Chocolate, Cookies Cream and Strawberry cheese cake.
3. Avvatar Mass Gainer
Avvatar lists 45.6 g protein and 122 g carbohydrate per serving. In one place the page says "per 100 GMS scoop" and in another "per 60g", so check the pack for the real serving size (Avvatar page, checked 31 Oct 2026). It describes a blend of whey isolate and concentrate made from cow milk, using microbial enzymes instead of rennet (Avvatar page, checked 31 Oct 2026).
4. MuscleBlaze Mass Gainer XXL
MuscleBlaze describes a 3:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio from five protein sources, 500 mg L-glutamine per serving and added digestive enzymes (MuscleBlaze page, checked 31 Oct 2026). It gives 1361 kcal and 76.5 g protein from three servings made with milk, and suggests up to three servings a day (MuscleBlaze page, checked 31 Oct 2026).
Matching a gainer to your situation
- Hard gainer who struggles to eat more: a gainer between meals can help. Start with a single scoop to see how your stomach handles it.
- Already eating well but want more protein: a whey such as Gibbon Muscle Whey 1 kg may suit you better.
- Already taking creatine: Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg lists 3000 mg creatine monohydrate per serving, so count it before adding a tub from the creatine category.
- Budget focused: the 3 kg pack costs less per serving than the 1 kg.
Compare every Gibbon option in the mass gainer category or the build muscle range.
Tips for using a gainer sensibly
Weigh yourself weekly, not daily, and adjust the amount if you are gaining faster than planned. Keep training, because extra calories without training can add fat. Drink enough water. Do not replace meals with a gainer for long periods. If you have diabetes, a digestive condition or any other medical condition, speak to a doctor before using a high carbohydrate product.
Behind the numbers
This table mixes two kinds of source on purpose. For the Gibbon packs we read the nutrition panel already shown in each product gallery, rather than the shorter text description. For Avvatar and MuscleBlaze we quoted the brands' own product pages as they stood on 31 Oct 2026, including the Avvatar page's own inconsistency on serving size.
Food does most of the work. For most people, ordinary food covers daily protein; a powder is only a convenient top up when meals are not enough.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a mass gainer and whey protein?
A mass gainer adds a large amount of carbohydrate along with protein, so it has many more calories per serving. Whey mainly adds protein.
How many calories are in a serving of Gibbon Mass Gainer?
The label on Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg lists 586.32 kcal and 22.60 g protein per 150 g serving.
Should I mix a gainer with milk or water?
Follow the label. Mixing with milk adds extra calories and protein on top of the label values.
Does Gibbon Mass Gainer contain creatine?
Yes. The label on Gibbon Mass Gainer 1 kg lists 3000 mg creatine monohydrate per serving.
Can I gain weight without a mass gainer?
Yes. Many people do it with food alone by eating more calories and protein and training consistently. A gainer is a convenience.
