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THE HYDRATION GUIDE / 2026

Find your kind
of hydration.

Six electrolyte mixes. The differences that matter—sugar, sodium and what you get in each serving.

Reviewology editorial · Sources checked October 18, 2026

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THE SUGAR-FREE SHORTLISTFEATURED
310 Hydrate Tangerine · Chris Eubank Jr. Edition — official packaging

310 Hydrate

Tangerine

30-count packaging shown; link selects 15 servings

0 gSUGAR
500 mgSODIUM
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A sugar-free option with half the sodium per stick of LMNT.

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Start with what matters to you.

A higher number is not automatically better. Start with the formula that fits your preferences.

ZERO SUGAR

310 Hydrate

310 Hydrate Tangerine · Chris Eubank Jr. Edition — official packaging

500 mg sodium with no sugar. Our featured pick for this combination.

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HIGHER SODIUM

LMNT

LMNTCitrus Salt0 g sugar1,000 mg sodium

1,000 mg sodium and zero sugar. The higher-sodium option in this group.

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COCONUT WATER BASE

Cure

CureLemonade4 g sugar240 mg sodium

No added sugar, with 4 g total sugar from its formula.

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Six mixes, compared.

Specific formulas, not blanket brand rankings. Prices shown are one-time offers checked October 18, 2026, before tax and shipping.

2Original sugar-containing formula
Liquid I.V.Lemon Lime11 g sugar500 mg sodium

Liquid I.V.

Hydration Multiplier · Lemon Lime original

The original Lemon Lime formula combines sodium and potassium with 11 g sugar. Compare this exact formula: Liquid I.V. also sells a separate sugar-free line.

What stands out

  • 500 mg sodium per stick
  • 16-stick one-time pack available

Keep in mind

  • Original formula has 11 g sugar
  • Sugar-free line is a different product
3Higher-sodium, zero-sugar option
LMNTCitrus Salt0 g sugar1,000 mg sodium

LMNT

Citrus Salt · 30 sticks

The highest sodium amount in this six-product comparison: 1,000 mg per stick, with 200 mg potassium and 60 mg magnesium. A distinct choice when sodium content is your main comparison point.

What stands out

  • Zero sugar
  • Clearly listed electrolyte amounts
  • 60 mg magnesium per stick

Keep in mind

  • Twice 310’s sodium per stick
  • Not interchangeable with a lower-sodium mix
4Smaller mixing volume
DripDropOriginal Berry7 g sugar330 mg sodium

DripDrop

Original Berry · 8 oz packets

A 10 g packet mixes into 8 oz of water. The original Berry formula lists 330 mg sodium, 180 mg potassium and 7 g sugar.

What stands out

  • 8 oz mixing instruction
  • 40 mg magnesium per packet

Keep in mind

  • 7 g sugar per packet
  • Compare per packet and per water volume
5Coconut-water-based option
CureLemonade4 g sugar240 mg sodium

Cure

Lemonade · 14 stick packs

Cure Lemonade uses coconut water powder and has 4 g total sugar with no added sugar. Each packet lists 240 mg sodium and 310 mg potassium.

What stands out

  • No added sugar
  • Coconut water powder
  • 310 mg potassium per packet

Keep in mind

  • No added sugar does not mean sugar-free
  • Contains coconut
6Lower-sodium, low-sugar option
HydrantBlood Orange4 g sugar260 mg sodium

Hydrant

Low Sugar line · Blood Orange

The Low Sugar formula lists 260 mg sodium, 200 mg potassium and 4 g sugar. Be specific about the line: Hydrant also offers zero-sugar options.

What stands out

  • 260 mg sodium per stick
  • 30 mg magnesium per stick

Keep in mind

  • Low Sugar line is not zero sugar
  • Pack sizes and offers vary across pages

The numbers, side by side.

Per labeled stick or packet. Mixing volumes differ. Original and sugar-free product lines are not interchangeable.

Electrolyte content per stick or packet for six selected formulas
Selected formulaSugarSodiumPotassiumOne-time / serving
310 Hydrate
Tangerine · Chris Eubank Jr. Edition
0 g500 mg380 mg$2.27
Liquid I.V.
Hydration Multiplier · Lemon Lime original
11 g500 mg370 mg$1.56
LMNT
Citrus Salt · 30 sticks
0 g1,000 mg200 mg$1.50
DripDrop
Original Berry · 8 oz packets
7 g330 mg180 mg$1.12
Cure
Lemonade · 14 stick packs
4 g240 mg310 mg$1.71
Hydrant
Low Sugar line · Blood Orange
4 g260 mg200 mg$1.67
310 vs. Liquid I.V. →310 vs. LMNT →
OUR APPROACH

Compare the label.
Understand the trade-off.

We compare named formulas using manufacturers’ product pages and published nutrition panels. Our picks reflect sugar content, electrolyte amounts, format and purchase terms.

Our editorial labels highlight the best fit for different needs. See the specific formula and purchase terms behind each choice.

Sources & product versions
  1. 310 Hydrate: Tangerine · Chris Eubank Jr. Edition
  2. Liquid I.V.: Hydration Multiplier · Lemon Lime original · Retail offer
  3. LMNT: Citrus Salt · 30 sticks
  4. DripDrop: Original Berry · 8 oz packets · Retail offer
  5. Cure: Lemonade · 14 stick packs
  6. Hydrant: Low Sugar line · Blood Orange · Retail offer

Checked October 18, 2026. Product formulas and offers can change. See the selected product’s current label and checkout terms.

A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS

Before you choose.

Does zero sugar mean the same formula?

No. 310 and LMNT both list zero sugar, but their sodium and potassium amounts differ. Liquid I.V. and DripDrop also have separate zero-sugar lines that are not the original formulas compared here.

How do you choose your picks?

We compare published labels, ingredients and prices, and highlight the best fit for each need. Our labels are editorial recommendations, not numeric scores. 310 Hydrate is our top pick for everyday buyers who want zero sugar.

How are prices shown?

Each price is the one-time price of the exact pack, read from the brand’s own product page; the price per serving is that price divided by the servings in the pack. We checked them on October 18, 2026. Subscriptions, bundles and introductory deals can differ, so check the brand’s current offer before buying.

Is more sodium always better?

No single sodium amount is right for everyone. If you have a sodium restriction or a medical condition affecting fluid balance, follow your clinician’s advice and the product label.