4.2
88% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Buoy
4.2 • 18 Reviews
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4.2
88% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Buoy earns mixed reviews: many users report effective, convenient hydration with truly no sugar or sweeteners and near-flavorless drops that blend into any beverage, while others cite mineral or unpleasant taste and occasional adverse reactions. Reviews of Buoy highlight portability and ease versus powders, plus options like Digestion Drops that some find beneficial, but concerns include inconsistent flavor neutrality, potential sensitivity to citric ingredients, and disputed experiences around subscriptions.
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6mo ago
I’ve been trying to look for alternatives to my habit of drinking Starbucks refreshers that are at least somewhat more economical. I tried adding three squeezes in a water bottle with ice and a can of Arizona RX energy, and it was a fine experience. Not optimal. I have two more unopened bottles to use and maybe will try different beverages. Didn’t notice any hydration improvements.

9mo ago
I get migraines, and am always on the search for something to help prevent them. These have a light salty flavor, but I barely notice when I add them to my coffee and tea. I ended up switching to the digestive drops, which have all the hydration benefits AND help with bloating and general stomach issues.

7mo ago
They truly don't have a taste. As a chronically ill person with autoimmune issues, I need a great deal of nutritional support, electrolytes being one of them. Every other friend that has tried these love them too!. I just got the digestion dropps and it's a bit too soon to tell. They give discounts to those with chronic illness


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I have been using buoy for 3 months now and really think it's been helpful. This winter I think I've been able to avoid having chapped dry lips as much as I typically do this time of year. Very convenient use and I love the no added sweeteners.

4y ago
This is so cool! I keep a bottle in my purse always. The blue really is flavorless and I can mix it with everything - cans of sparkling water on the beach, cocktails on a night out, or even just my water on my way to work. Buoy really created something that will change how we access deeper hydration for the time to come!
Finally a clean electrolyte enhancer! I've been using Buoy for about a year now. I used to use trace minerals from ConcenTrace but they were a little harder to use, didn't contain sodium so I had to add salt separately, and it made the water taste bad. Buoy's done it right. No sugar. No artificial sweeteners. And the only flavor comes from natural oils. Buoy's it for me. I don't need anything else.
Pros: Quick squeeze is all you need to do instead of waiting for a tablet to dissolve, doesn't leave any film in your cup, seems to do its intended job Neutral: Has a mineral flavor when squeezed into plain water which is the majority of what I drink, imo there's better tasting electrolytes out there Cons: Comes in a plastic container
2y ago
These have been awesome for traveling. I feel like I've saved money & reduced plastic waste by not buying nearly as many gatorades for post exercise hydration. The flavorless one does taste a little bit like a mineral-y coconut? It's not unpleasant but not flavorless. Overall it seems to be working well, I drink it first thing in the morning to replenish electrolytes and my usual headaches have gone down. Definitely hasn't had any 'miraclous' benefits though!
I love this product and that you can add it to any beverage as it does not have a taste. I was able to get a discount from the brand since I have a health condition that requires me to drink more water which is such an amazing thing that the brand does! I would pay full price, though, because it's that good.
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I would love more flavor options for adding to water.
Love! So easy and effective. No waiting for powder to dissolve, and I love adding to tea or other drinks. It’s super helpful to have the chronic illness discount since I have a medical need for electrolytes.
I’ve tried all the hydrating wellness drops! Super cool that you can add them to any drink. I know hydration is important but I hated all the sugars and sweeteners in other products and appreciate that Buoy doesn’t have any. I’m a daily squeezer!!
Very easy, good format, great flavor.
1y ago
The product tastes horribly, and Will render your drink undrinkable hands down. I developed severe GI related issues and impossible, long lasting-headache after just one tiny squeeze, Howeverthe most concerning issue here is that the company is highly dishonest in the way they conduct business. They Took it upon themselves to place an order without my consent, which by definition constitutes fraudulent activity. They charged my card for alleged subscription that I never consented to. I was shocked when I received a I was shocked when I received a email stating that my order is on the way!!! The company representatives are arrogant, dismissive and have terrible attitude. Despite the fact that I proved them wrong by providing various pieces of evidence Confirming that no subscription was done on my end, they continue to argue with me Instead of apologizing. Absolutely insufferable people! It took me some time to rectify the issue, and I had to let the credit card know to block this merchant. So, if you want to use something that tastes impossible, have no solid science behind it, and the company that sells it engages in shady, fraudulent actions - then you should proceed. Otherwise, stay away!!
2y ago
The rescue drops made me dizzy. You CANNOT have citric acid and lime juice in your products. Too many people who have CFS/POTS symptoms are also experiencing MCAS and we typically can't have these things without having an allergic reaction. I have tried to start the refund process twice over the past week and I have been promised someone would be in touch with me. It's been a week and I've heard nothing. I'm about to call my credit card company to get them to refund me instead. As soon as I mentioned this issue to Eddie, the co-founder I was supposedly having an email conversation with, radio silence. Pretty suspicious.
2y ago
helped me stay hydrated when i forget to drink water in school or at home, love this brand and will be repurchasing this product
2y ago
I use the digestion drops and they have made a significant difference for me! Besides the added effect of extra hydration, I do notice that if I accidentally forget to take it one day, my body feels a bit more sluggish and not as regulated.
4y ago
I love using Buoy! The flavor is non-existent in all of my drinks. I use it throughout the day, every day and have noticed a huge difference! I couldn't recommend it enough!