Electrolyte Powder reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 277 Reddit reviews across 30 subreddits and 52 posts to rank the best Electrolyte Powder brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Supplements, r/nutrition, r/keto, r/golf, r/backpacking. Top-rated brands include LMNT (4.3/5), Nuun (4.2/5), Liquid IV (4.2/5).
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Reviews277
Subreddits30
Posts52
Brands83
Products43
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#1
LMNT
4.3
(53)
"High sodium, no sugars, loving it."
"LMNT mango habanero FTW!"
"My favorite packaged electrolyte is LMNT."
"Hands down in terms of flavour and dosage."
"I really like LMNT! My favorite flavors are raspberry salt and citrus salt."
"LMNT is my go to and personally their grapefruit flavor is the best."
"LMNT electrolytes (which people on this sub recommended to me) are sugar free and without any fake sweeteners (yuck). The flavors taste good and they also have an unflavored version that just tastes like slightly salty water depending on how much you dilute it."
"LMNT too."
"LMNT is really good. Good flavors. I really like the watermelon salt and citrus salt."
"LMNT is flavorful and full of electrolytes."
#2
Nuun
4.2
(22)
"Nuun is praised for balancing minerals without excessive sugars."
"I freaking LOVE nuun strawberry lemonade. idk the pink one. nothing compares!!!"
"For backpacking, I always go with Nuun tablets. They are convenient and avoid the mess of powders."
"I like Nuun."
"Nuun is a great hydration product that keeps me energized!"
"I like Nuun tablets a lot. You can travel with them easily."
"I'm a big fan of nuun tablets."
"Nuun tablets are great and I really like Hydrant as well."
"It always works good for me when I'm having leg or foot cramps."
"Nuun uses Magnesium Citrate, I think that one is better than Oxide but I doubt it has much effect in such a low quantity."
#3
Liquid IV
4.2
(16)
"It’s not just tasty... it really kept me hydrated during my jujitsu classes."
"Liquid iv is the best I’ve found. Used it on a hike today."
"I really like liquid iv."
"Goated"
"Liquid IV is best for sure in my opinion. They advertise drinking a bottle of water with some liquid IV is the equivalent of drinking 3-4 normal bottles. They got some really good flavors too."
"They have both saved me numerous times."
"I only need half a sachet for it to work."
"Liquid IV is good."
"My local one is always stocked with marked down boxes of Liquid IV."
"Liquid IV peach 🍑 sugar free (uses Allulose)"
#4
Liquid I.V.
4.1
(13)
"Liquid IV was a life saver on my last 'guys trip'."
"Liquid IV Caffeine was a life saver for my group last time."
"It is BY FAR the brand with the best reviews."
"I love liquid IV. There is some sugar in the regular ones but they do offer sugar free"
"Liquid iv taste the best imo"
"I'm a big fan of Liquid I.V, it taste good and it's a lot more refreshing than gatorade or other energy drinks."
"Liquid IV from Costco is a good deal"
"Liquid iv comes in a powder in little packets."
"3. Liquid IV."
"I use hydration multiplier. It’s simple and cheap."
#5
Ultima
4.1
(10)
"Ultima is often recommended for its ideal potassium-to-sodium ratio."
"This stuff is the best ever. It's worth the cost and lasts a long time."
"Ultima in the 90 serving container, much cheaper than most brands/ individual packets. Good flavors."
"For unsweetened electrolytes, Ultima is a good one."
"Ultima"
"Yeah I like Ultima. Real Salt is a good idea too. Trace minerals are so important."
"My go to is Ultima
- 0 carb, stevia sweetened
- Natural flavoring and coloring"
"Ultima is nice, liked the orange flavor the most."
"Ultima"
#6
Ultima Replenisher
4.6
(8)
"I personally like Ultima Replinisher…if you have a Whole Foods nearby they sell individual packs so you can try it first."
"I use Ultima Replenisher- sugar free and delish! They used to have minerals in addition to electrolytes but now it’s just electrolytes."
"So yummy!"
"I'm a fan of Ultima Replenisher."
"Less sodium, but lots of potassium and magnesium. Plus it’s delicious!"
"I use Ultima Replenisher powder from Amazon."
"For me: 1. Ultima replenisher."
"I like Emergen-C and Ultima."
#7
Tailwind
4.5
(6)
"I love Tailwind, contains the same proportion of electrolytes lost in sweat and has carbs too in order to keep you going, great for any endurance activities like hiking or biking!"
"Doesn’t give us bloat like some of the other brands do."
"Tailwind is the way to go."
"Tailwind is good."
"Tailwind. Decent flavour."
"Tailwind is nutritionally similar to Skratch but has different flavors."
#8
Relyte
4.3
(6)
"Relyte is one of my faves. They make a 60 serving container."
"Honestly get it, the powder is great."
"Relyte"
"Relyte is great. Kids love it too (6,3 yos) Didn’t care for LMNT"
"Relyte"
#9
DripDrop
4.2
(5)
"DripDrop is my favorite."
"I use fruit punch by DripDrop."
"DripDrop has been good so far. Like it more than liquidIV."
"2. Drip drop."
"Drip drop works great for my SIL."
#10
Santa Cruz Paleo
3.8
(5)
"I like santa cruz paleo electrolytes, the dragon fruit and kiwi are my favorite flavors"
"I get my protein powder from Naked and electrolytes from Santa Cruz medicinals"
"3-4 cents a serving is crazy I just use santa cruz paleo"
"Santa cruz paleo, all natural, taste great, works perfect"
"Santa cruz paleo electrolytes"
#11
Redmond
4.5
(4)
"Re-lyte by Redmond is my absolute favorite."
"Great electrolyte supplement that keeps me hydrated!"
"Redmond is great, and so is Santa Cruz Paleo."
"Redmond makes a great one! Love the puma colada. Though it’s in the saltier side"
#12
Propel
3.4
(5)
"Propel packets are my go to"
"I just use propel. tastes great works great."
"Propel or Hoist"
"Propel"
"Propel tastes good but gives me diarrhea."
#13
Coconut Water
4.0
(4)
"Not a powder but I really like coconut water"
"Coconut water is a cheap and effective substitute."
"Coconut water. Nature's Gatorade."
"I usually drink coconut water and eat a banana when I feel like I need electrolytes."
#14
Dr. Berg
4.0
(4)
"Dr.Berg powder is what I use. No issues with breaking fast for me or my wife."
"I am drinking Dr Bergs also, you have to really mix the powder well and the taste isn’t bad."
"I like dr. bergs, not too much sugar, good portions and types of minerals and good price for dosage and many flavors and not too many artificial stuff"
"I use Dr berg because it’s higher in potassium which I need more of."
#15
Re-lyte
3.8
(4)
"Re-lyte and LMNT have been the best ones I've found. They're not cheap but absolutely worth it imo."
"It's not cheap, but it does the trick and fits my schedule/routine. It also tastes pretty good."
"Re-Lyte makes me feel as good as LMNT because it's very heavy on salt and minerals. Not great tasting though."
"Relyte"
#16
Body Armor
3.8
(4)
"Body armor zero sugar"
"Body armor drink by far"
"Body Armor has a zero sugar electrolyte powder you can get at Wal-mart or Kroger."
"There is a body armor powder! Not zero sugar but not bad."
#17
Salud
4.7
(3)
"It’s 0 sugar and helps boost not only your hydration but immunity!"
"Salud is my favorite!"
"Salud has the best flavors"
#18
Ghost Hydration
4.3
(3)
"Not sure about the healthiest part, but I’ve switched from liquid IV to Ghost hydration and never looked back! Delicious flavors"
"I love ghost hydration, blue raspberry is my current fave."
"I like Ghost Hydration"
#19
Transparent Labs
4.3
(3)
"Transparent Labs Hydrate is my favorite only because it's not too sweet and packs no artificial junk."
"I use Transparent Labs Hydrate, tastes very good"
"I had used Transparent Labs before for their electrolyte powder - tastes fine but for price it made the most sense"
#20
Gatorade
4.0
(3)
"It really keeps me going."
"I just use the Gatorade tub for $15 on Amazon."
"I like propel and Gatorade powders. Really cheap in Walmart or Amazon."
#21
Kaged Hydra-Charge
4.0
(3)
"Kaged Hydra-Charge 👍🏽"
"Kaged Hydra-Charge"
"Kaged Hydra Charge(1 scoop goes a long way so you’ll definitely drink more with this.)"
#22
Organika
4.0
(3)
"My ultimate fave is Organika's wild raspberry electrolytes!"
"I prefer powdered since I carry a water bottle with me all the time. I use the one from Organika."
"I switched to the fruit punch Organika extra strength (same sodium amount as LMNT) and really like it."
#23
Trioral
3.7
(3)
"I like trioral. You can get 100 packets for 40 bucks on Amazon."
"The WHO formula? like trioral on amazon? has some sugar, but i think less."
"Trioral, normalyte vitassium, DIY"
#24
Salt Stick
3.3
(3)
"I’d recommend you buy him Salt Stick capsules and have him take it every morning."
"But look up salt stick capsules on amazon."
"You might have to use an electrolyte powder and add salt to it."
#25
Key Nutrients
3.3
(3)
"I switched from LMNT to Key Nutrients and I'm happy with the change."
"Ive used key nutrients."
"I recommend against Key Nutrients brand. The powder itself is fine, but they really try and game the Amazon deals / subscribe system by constantly fluctuating their price and discounts."
#26
Pedialyte sport
5.0
(2)
"As far as concentration of electrolytes. Pedialyte Sport is the best option, and it is available at Walmart."
"They have both saved me numerous times."
#27
Vitassium
5.0
(2)
"I really love Vitassium capsules or Fast Chews."
"Vitassium makes a powder that comes in a canister also."
#28
im8
5.0
(2)
"Only one that makes a noticeable difference on hot rides."
"Hits different for long hot days, recommend checking out."
#29
Skratch Labs
5.0
(2)
"Skratch is the best. It doesn't upset my stomach when I drink a lot unlike some other brands"
"Skratch Labs Hydration Mix"
#30
Thorne
5.0
(2)
"I just started using Thorne Catalyte, for the now-nightly leg cramps. Past 2 nights, having drunk most of the recommended 12 oz prior to bed, I have been cramp free. Totally worth the price."
"Thorne just released 3 flavors of electrolytes & they all taste amazing!"
#31
NormaLyte
4.5
(2)
"They have free samples!"
"Normalyte gets the runner up— only because it works really well, but it’s barely palatable."
#32
Keto
4.5
(2)
"I like the raspberry lemon flavor."
"I noticed a positive difference with Keto K1000 off amazon. I buy the non flavor one & use 1/4 scoop."
#33
LGXNDS
4.0
(2)
"Balanced mixes, sits well during runs."
"Balanced mixes, sits well during runs."
#34
SaltT
4.0
(2)
"Second choice would probably be promix’s."
"Saltt is similar and has different flavors so I keep both on hand."
#35
Magna
4.0
(2)
"Aftertaste is really good, not chalky, no strong artificial taste, dissolves better than most, minimal residue, price a little high compared to Ultima but still preferred."
"Magnesium-focused, low sodium, no sugar, better for cramps and recovery."
#36
Redmond Relyte
4.0
(2)
"I really like re-lyte"
"Redmond relyte powder. Better than LMNT by far"
#37
Junp
4.0
(2)
"Loving Junp on Amazon, 90 servings for about $27"
"I have been using JUNP lately. Various flavors, partial to Sour Apple myself. It is cheaper on Amazon. Seems fine."
#38
Gatorade Zero
4.0
(2)
"Gatorade zero is what I use. Cheap and effective. Liquid IV tastes a little better but costs 3x as much"
"Gatorade Zero packs are great."
#39
Wellcore
4.0
(2)
"2. Wellcore electrolytes"
"I use wellcore electrolytes"
#40
Keto Chow
4.0
(2)
"Keto Chow has a good electrolyte drink with no sketchy ingredients. Super clean, super good."
"The drops on their own don't taste great, but they're incredibly compact and INCREDIBLY cheap."
#41
Gatorade Propel
4.0
(2)
"Propel has a good flavor, imo, and is pretty affordable."
"Gatorade Propel has been great with me.. I stay hydrated."
#42
Buoy
4.0
(2)
"Buoy is my go to. It's just a mini squirt bottle, easy to bring along in a backpack etc."
"I’ve been using buoy electrolyte drops for a couple months now and I like it."
#43
Saltstick
4.0
(2)
"If you're just after electrolytes, saltstick caps/chews, GU Electrolyte tabs, Nuun tabs are some I've tried."
"Saltstick caps 🙌🏼"
#44
Gatorlyte
4.0
(2)
"Gatorlyte or LMNT if you can handle the salt."
"Rn i have a few gatorlyte flavors and a liquid iv in my rotation."
#45
Biosteel
3.5
(2)
"Not terrible for .50 cent a serving."
"I’ve been using BioSteel but trying to get away from some of the ingredients"
#46
Emergen-C
3.0
(2)
"I just use Emergen-C because it's way, way cheaper than the other powders at Costco."
"I like Emergen-C and Ultima."
#47
Kinderlyte
3.0
(2)
"Kinderlyte"
"Kinderlyte"
#48
Lite Salt
2.5
(2)
"1tsp of Lite Salt and 9-10 aquirts of mio in 1/2 gallon of water."
"I just couldn't stand taking it anymore. It's nasty and nothing completely hides the taste."
#49
TriOral
5.0
(1)
"Most bang for your buck."
#50
EirLyte
5.0
(1)
"Small Irish brand, organic sea salt, EU natural flavours, zero sugar, 2,900 mg total electrolytes per serving, cleaner taste."
#51
Reset Fasting Electrolyte
5.0
(1)
"These are great electrolyte fasting capsules!"
#52
LMNT Mango
5.0
(1)
"LMNT MANGO
CHILE LIME and strawberry heat Celsius"
#53
Nuun Immunity
5.0
(1)
"Nuun immunity is my favorite, especially the acai seasonal flavor!"
#54
Sports Research
5.0
(1)
"Favorite one."
#55
Blume
5.0
(1)
"Absolute favorite."
#56
MyoXcience Electrolyte Packets
4.0
(1)
"MyoXcience electrolyte packets. They cost less than LMNT with more minerals than loads of cheap salt."
#57
Thorne Catalyte
4.0
(1)
"My go to is Thorne Catalyte. It’s lemon lime flavored."
#58
Pickleball Cocktail
4.0
(1)
"My dietician recommended Pickleball Cocktail and it’s pretty good"
#59
Wellah
4.0
(1)
"I've been using this Wellah electrolyte drink mix for a while now and it tastes amazing. Pretty similar mixture as LMNT too in terms of vitamins/minerals. Definitely worth a try!"
#60
SALTT
4.0
(1)
"Less salty flavor than LMNT, only ~40 mg less sodium."
#61
Nuun Sport
4.0
(1)
"I’m a runner and have been using Nuun but have considered LMNT too, which have similar ingredients lists to each other"
#62
Cure and LMNT
4.0
(1)
"Cure and LMNT are my favorite (limes)."
#63
Nectar Hydro
4.0
(1)
"I use Nectar Hydro electrolyte tabs in blackcurrant. I put one of these in a 750ml bottle"
#64
Nootropics Depot
4.0
(1)
"Check out the ingredients list for Nootropics Depot's electrolyte powder. It'd hard to believe that the price per serving is less than a lot of the brands being mentioned."
#65
MicroIngredients
4.0
(1)
"Affordable bulk option."
#66
Hella Nutrition
4.0
(1)
"Hella Nutrition Lava Flow"
#67
Hi-Lyte
4.0
(1)
"I bought one called “hi-lyte” which is liquid drops. I chose this one for me for several reasons - it’s unflavored and unsweetened."
#68
Keto Chow Drops
4.0
(1)
"I use the keto chow drops"
#69
Saltivate
4.0
(1)
"I just found Saltivate orange on Amazon and it tastes like straight up orange soda in sparkling water."
#70
Micro Ingredients
4.0
(1)
"Micro Ingredients Electrolyte Powder is the best pick imo. For under $30, you get something like 139 servings."
#71
Kaged
4.0
(1)
"I use Kaged Hydracharge. There are 60 servings in each tub."
#72
Pandy
4.0
(1)
"Electrolyte tabs - Pandy peach & passionfruit"
#73
ILU
4.0
(1)
"You can try ours www.drinkilu.com we are zero sugar and around 10 calories which is minimal."
#74
Trace Minerals
4.0
(1)
"Buy a bottle of Trace Minerals Electrolyte Concentrate and add it to any drink."
#75
Pedialyte
4.0
(1)
"I prefer the Pedialyte Advanced Care, although they're more on the pricey side."
#76
Ultima Lemon
4.0
(1)
"My two favorites are ultima lemon and LMNT. Ultima is much more affordable"
#77
Santa Cruz Medicinals
4.0
(1)
"I’m a fan of the Santa Cruz medicinals electrolytes, dragonfruit is my favorite flavor"
#78
Hunter & Gather
4.0
(1)
"Hunter & Gather (UK brand - seems similar composition to the much more expensive LMNT)."
#79
Jocko's
4.0
(1)
"If I buy a premade I’ll get Jocko’s because it has methyl B12 instead of cyanocobalamin."
#80
UP&RUN
4.0
(1)
"I’m the founder of UP&RUN and these electrolytes supports healthy fasting, helps in muscle recovery and reduce muscle cramps."
#81
Celtic Sea Salt
4.0
(1)
"Make salt water sole with a good quality mineral rich unrefined mineral salt like Celtic seas salt or Baja good sea salt."
#82
Re-Lyte
3.0
(1)
"Using Re-lyte (cran-apple) right now and it tastes similar to LMNT."
#83
Liquid IV Sugar Free
3.0
(1)
"Sugar free liquid IV or gatorlyte zero"
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