Creator verdict: MixedLMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix
Head-to-head · Electrolytes & Hydration
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix vs DripDrop Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS)
Which electrolyte mix is better in 2026? FR Scores, specs, prices and 9 independent video reviews, side by side.
FR Score 8.7 out of 10, Excellent
1,000 mg of sodium and zero sugar: the salty cult favorite for heavy sweaters.
Typical price · 30-count box (~$1.50 per stick; about $1.13 per stick in LMNT's 120-count bundle)
FR Score 8.0 out of 10, Great
Doctor-developed ORS formula: 330 mg sodium and 7 g sugar in every 8 oz stick.
Typical price · 32-stick Bold Variety pouch direct (~$1.12 per stick)
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The quick verdict
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix edges ahead with an FR Score of 8.7 vs 8.0, winning on formula & dosing, taste & mixability and value per serving. It’s our Best Overall, while Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS) is our Best for Heat & Rehydration. Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS) is the cheaper pick by about $9.01.
Choose Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix if…
- 1,000 mg sodium per stick suits heavy sweaters and low-carb diets
- Zero sugar with a short, stevia-sweetened ingredient list
- Brand says every lot is third-party tested for heavy metals and microbes
Choose Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS) if…
- ORS-style sodium-to-sugar ratio designed for fast absorption
- 330 mg sodium per 8 oz is a concentrated dose
- Colors from natural sources; no FD&C dyes
Scores
Score breakdown
Each criterion scored 0–10 by our methodology. The winner of each row is highlighted.
CriterionZero Sugar Electrolytes Drink MixOriginal Electrolyte Powder (ORS)
FR Score (overall)
Formula & Dosing
Quality & Transparency
Taste & Mixability
Value per Serving
Typical price
Video reviews
Specs
Specs side by side
| Spec | Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix | Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium per stick | 1,000 mg | 330 mg |
| Potassium per stick | 200 mg | 180 mg |
| Magnesium per stick | 60 mg | 40 mg |
| Sugar | 0 g | — |
| Sweetener | Stevia leaf extract (flavored versions) | — |
| Servings per box | 30 stick packs | — |
| Recommended water | 16-32 oz per stick | — |
| Price per serving | ~$1.50 (single box) | — |
| Sugar per stick | — | 7 g (added); 9 g total carbs |
| Calories | — | 35 |
| Zinc / vitamin C | — | 1.5 mg / 70 mg |
| Serving | — | 1 stick in 8 oz water |
| Sticks per pouch | — | 32 |
| Third-party certification | — | NSF Certified for Sport (core flavors) |
| Dietary notes | — | Vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, kosher |
Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix: pros & cons
- 1,000 mg sodium per stick suits heavy sweaters and low-carb diets
- Zero sugar with a short, stevia-sweetened ingredient list
- Brand says every lot is third-party tested for heavy metals and microbes
- Wide flavor range, plus a Raw Unflavored option
- About $1.50 per stick at single-box pricing
- Too salty for casual sippers or anyone limiting sodium
- Flavored sticks use a maltodextrin carrier in "natural flavors"
- No NSF Certified for Sport or Informed Sport seal
Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS): pros & cons
- ORS-style sodium-to-sugar ratio designed for fast absorption
- 330 mg sodium per 8 oz is a concentrated dose
- Colors from natural sources; no FD&C dyes
- Adds magnesium, zinc, and vitamin C
- Core flavors are NSF Certified for Sport
- Each stick makes only 8 oz; a 16 oz bottle needs two
- 7 g of added sugar per stick
- Pricey per ounce for daily training use
On video
What reviewers say
Creator verdict: MixedLMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix
Creator verdict: Not a fanDripDrop Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS)
Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix vs Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS): FAQ
Is LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix better than DripDrop Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS)?
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix scores higher overall (8.7 vs 8.0 out of 10), winning on formula & dosing, taste & mixability and value per serving. Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS) still has the edge on quality & transparency.
Which is cheaper, Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix or Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS)?
At typical prices, DripDrop Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS) costs about $9.01 less ($45 vs $35.99). Sizes and deals vary, so check the current price at the retailer.
Which has more video reviews?
We’ve cataloged 5 independent video reviews of Zero Sugar Electrolytes Drink Mix and 4 of Original Electrolyte Powder (ORS). Both products’ pages list every review with the creator’s verdict.