Key Nutrients Electrolyte Recovery Plus
Budget-conscious daily users who want zero-calorie electrolytes with vitamin supplementation
BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Key Nutrients Electrolyte Recovery Plus
Budget-conscious daily users who want zero-calorie electrolytes with vitamin supplementation
Key Nutrients offers the best per-serving value in this comparison with 90 servings at under $0.50 each. The zero-sugar formula with added vitamins makes it a solid daily hydration choice, though the moderate electrolyte amounts may not suffice for heavy athletic use.
Strengths
- Outstanding value at ~$0.44/serving with 90 servings per tub
- Zero sugar and zero calories with 6 key electrolytes plus 12 vitamins
- Wide flavor variety with 10+ options including unique picks like peach mango
Limitations
- Uses stevia which can taste bitter to some people at this concentration
- Contains "natural flavors" without full disclosure of sourcing
- Electrolyte amounts per serving are moderate — may need double-scooping for intense activity
When to Choose BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
BODYARMOR Flash I.V. is widely available and affordable, but the inclusion of sucralose and a proprietary blend without disclosed electrolyte amounts puts it near the bottom on ingredient transparency and quality. Fine for casual hydration, but health-conscious users should look elsewhere.
Strengths
- Very affordable at ~$0.58/stick — one of the cheapest per-serving options
- Good taste with wide mass-market appeal and retail availability
- Coconut water base provides some natural electrolyte content
Limitations
- Contains sucralose (artificial sweetener) despite marketing as "better for you"
- Ingredient label lacks specific electrolyte amounts — proprietary blend
- Owned by Coca-Cola — marketing emphasis on sports branding over ingredient quality
