Ultima Replenisher
Daily hydration seekers who want zero-sugar, zero-calorie electrolytes with clean ingredients
Pedialyte AdvancedCare Plus
Illness recovery and clinical dehydration — the medical-grade rehydration standard
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Ultima Replenisher
Daily hydration seekers who want zero-sugar, zero-calorie electrolytes with clean ingredients
Ultima Replenisher is one of the cleanest zero-calorie electrolyte options with no sugar, artificial sweeteners, or fillers. The very low sodium makes it better for daily hydration than athletic performance. The wide flavor variety and affordable bulk pricing add practical appeal.
Strengths
- Zero sugar, zero calories, zero artificial ingredients — one of the cleanest formulas available
- Contains 6 electrolytes plus trace minerals and support vitamins
- Available in stick packs and bulk canisters with 10+ flavor options
Limitations
- Uses stevia and citric acid which some find creates a slightly tart aftertaste
- Sodium content (55mg) is very low — insufficient for heavy sweating or athletic use
- Plant-based colors may cause slight staining of water bottles over time
When to Choose Pedialyte AdvancedCare Plus
Illness recovery and clinical dehydration — the medical-grade rehydration standard
Pedialyte is the undisputed standard for medical rehydration, trusted by hospitals worldwide. The AdvancedCare Plus formula adds prebiotics for gut support. However, artificial sweeteners and dyes significantly lower its ingredient quality score for health-conscious daily use.
Strengths
- Medical-grade rehydration formula backed by decades of pediatric clinical use
- PreActiv prebiotics support gut health during illness recovery
- Trusted by hospitals and pediatricians — the gold standard for dehydration treatment
Limitations
- Contains artificial sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame potassium)
- Includes artificial flavors and dyes (Red 40, Blue 1) in some varieties
- Medicinal taste profile — not designed for everyday enjoyment
