Nuun Sport Hydration Wins
Winner
Nuun Sport electrolyte hydration tablet tube with effervescent tablets

Nuun Sport Hydration

7.7

Active people who want ultra-portable, low-calorie electrolytes for everyday hydration

VS
DripDrop ORS Juicy Variety Pack 32-count electrolyte powder sticks

DripDrop ORS

7.3

Those seeking medical-grade oral rehydration for illness recovery, hangovers, or intense dehydration

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
Nuun Sport Hydration
DripDrop ORS
Overall Score
7.7
7.3
Ingredient Transparency
7.5
7.5
Electrolyte Profile
7.0
8.5
Ingredient Quality
7.0
6.5
Sugar Content
8.5
6.0
Taste & Mixability
8.5
8.0
Value
8.5
7.0
Versatility
9.0
8.0

Pricing & Features

Specification
Nuun Sport Hydration
DripDrop ORS
Price
$0.75/serving
$1.12/serving
Package Price
$7.49 for 10 servings
$35.99 for 32 servings

Making Your Decision

Nuun Sport Hydration logo

When to Choose Nuun Sport Hydration

Active people who want ultra-portable, low-calorie electrolytes for everyday hydration

Nuun's effervescent tablet format is unmatched for convenience — drop one in your water bottle and go. The low sugar and calorie count make it ideal for daily use. The trade-off is lower electrolyte content per serving, making it better for light activity than extreme exertion.

Strengths

  • Unique effervescent tablet format — just drop in water, no scooping or stirring
  • Only 1g sugar and 15 calories per tablet — among the lightest options
  • Compact tube is ultra-portable for hiking, travel, and gym bags

Limitations

  • Lower electrolyte content per tablet (300mg sodium) than powder competitors
  • Contains stevia leaf extract which some find has a lingering aftertaste
  • Tablets can be slow to fully dissolve in cold water
DripDrop ORS logo

When to Choose DripDrop ORS

Those seeking medical-grade oral rehydration for illness recovery, hangovers, or intense dehydration

DripDrop bridges the gap between clinical ORS solutions and consumer electrolyte drinks. The doctor-developed formula follows WHO rehydration guidelines, making it one of the most scientifically grounded options. The sugar content is intentional for absorption, but may deter clean-label purists.

Strengths

  • Developed by a doctor using WHO oral rehydration science for medical-grade hydration
  • Precise sodium-glucose ratio optimized for rapid fluid absorption
  • Available in both zero-sugar and original formulas for flexibility

Limitations

  • Original formula contains 7g sugar per serving from added cane sugar
  • Contains citric acid and natural flavors without full ingredient breakdown
  • Higher cost per stick compared to bulk powder formats

Ready to Get Started?

Nuun Sport electrolyte hydration tablet tube with effervescent tablets

Nuun Sport Hydration

Score: 7.7
DripDrop ORS Juicy Variety Pack 32-count electrolyte powder sticks

DripDrop ORS

Score: 7.3