Redmond Re-Lyte Hydration
Health-conscious consumers who want maximum ingredient transparency and trace mineral support
BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Redmond Re-Lyte Hydration
Health-conscious consumers who want maximum ingredient transparency and trace mineral support
Redmond Re-Lyte is arguably the most transparent electrolyte product on the market, with exact amounts of every ingredient published and backed by third-party testing. The Real Salt mineral base adds unique trace mineral content that no competitor matches.
Strengths
- Industry-leading transparency with every ingredient amount published and third-party tested
- Real Salt mineral base provides 60+ trace minerals beyond standard electrolytes
- Zero sugar, no artificial sweeteners — uses stevia leaf extract
Limitations
- Slightly salty taste from Real Salt base may not appeal to all palates
- 60-serving jar format less portable than individual stick packs
- Higher upfront cost despite good per-serving value
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
