Liquid I.V. reviews and discussion

4.1

80% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Fast-acting hydration boost
  • Portable single-serve packets
  • Broad, flavorful variety
  • Dissolves quickly and cleanly
  • Overly sweet, salty taste
  • High sugar ingredient profile
  • Powder settling, thick texture
  • Inconsistent flavor palatability

Liquid I.V. wins praise in reviews for fast, noticeable hydration—especially after workouts, travel, heat, or a night out—and its portable single-serve packets make on‑the‑go use effortless. Reviews also flag real drawbacks: many flavors read overly sweet or salty, some powders feel thick or don’t fully dissolve, and the sugar content (and occasional ingredient concerns) turns off clean‑label shoppers; effectiveness is clear for many, but a minority find it comparable to water or competitors.

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2,548 reviews and posts

  • Liquid IV has become the drink of choice since my wife has given birth. These hydration packs have enough electrolytes in them to keep you going and to give your body the nutrition that may be lacking. My wife adds one package to her water daily and it has provided the balance that her body needs. Please do your research prior to purchasing if you are pregnant or breast-feeding as not all products are safe for woman who are breastfeeding. My wife has found the product that works for her while breastfeeding. I would highly recommend this product as a wonder supplement to your daily diet or routine. Liquid IV is a drink mix that has many different options and flavors. Liquid IV can be found in many different places such as Walmart, Target as well as many other places as well as gas stations.

  • I love Liquid I.V, it super hydrating and it’s sugar free. I usually take this electrolyte before my long runs on the days I feel tired. It does really replenish my energy. Also helps to boost my immune system.

  • I absolutely love this Strawberry Hydration Multiplier Electrolyte, it is delicious and has great health benefits. It helps my headaches and is great to use while working out to replenish electrolytes, I definitely recommend this!

  • I am obsessed with this Hydration Multiplier Electrolyte, it is delicious and has great health benefits. It helps my headaches and is great to use while working out to replenish electrolytes, I definitely recommend this!

  • Big fan of the variety of flavors, like lemon lime, mandarin orange. They are very convenient to use and mix into cold water easily. I wish that there were more low sugar/sugar free options. Also there are some crazy flavors that are fun to try but do not taste good like hot cocoa.

  • Great flavor and super convenient. Great for overall hydration but also after a long night out or after any workout or strenuous activity. Super easy way to rapidly rehydrate. Use all the time when I travel

  • I like liquid IV if I’m really dehydrated or have a hangover. I will say that it is really sweet and I sometimes question whether it actually works or not. Overall I think good if you’re in a pinch but they are pretty pricy!

  • Not the most delicious electrolytes. Does taste a tad bit medicinal. But it might just be the flavor I got (raspberry melon). I’ll finish the box but I won’t order it again (or I’ll try the non-sugar free ones)

  • I like this flavor, but it’s not as good as the rainbow sherbet. I love that it’s sugar free and hydrating, and gets me to drink water when I’m having a day I don’t feel like plain water. It tastes 50/50 strawberry and watermelon.

  • My favorite flavor! Really tastes like rainbow sherbet, and I love that there’s no sugar. When you’re really dehydrated you do need the sugar, but for a day to day or people who cannot tolerate the additional sugar this is great!

  • This stuff is SO stinking tasty. It doesn't leave any weird taste in my mouth. They are rather pricey though so you have to use sparingly, which I recommend anyway because too many electrolytes can mess with your kidneys. Costco is my go to spot to buy them!

  • Great during a heat wave, after working out, or anytime you're tired of water. Easy for travel or work, nothing beats a cherry-lime flavor.

  • This is a great flavor! I work out a lot, I jog around 3 miles a day and lose a lot of electrolytes so I need to rehydrate with something other than Gatorade. I like that there is a lot of powder for your water so you don't drink something boring. I was wondering why this brand does not have magnesium in it while other hydration powders do. Either way, it's still fun to drink. I will definitely try more flavors :)

  • These taste amazing! Definitely one of my favorites since finding sugar free. The original were delicious but after a few boxes, I felt bloated and everything just tasted sweet. Finding sugar free, gives me the sweet but no overwhelming sweet while feeling hydrated.

  • Using LiquidIV is a game changer. In the summer temperatures and high heat, I often feel dehydrated and adding LiquidIV to my water is an instant change of how my body feels. I keep extras packets in my purse everywhere I go. And all the flavor choices gives a nice variety and change!

  • I like to add a package to my bottle water daily. It helps to keep me hydrated and the taste is great. It’s really refreshing and an easy way to get some essential vitamins. The packaging makes it convenient to take some on the go.

  • I bought these to help keep my daughter as hydrated as possible before she would go in for infusions at the children’s hospital for a bone disease. She would drink one pack the night before and one the morning of her infusion and it would make the IV placement go so smoothly. There had been times where it took 2 - 3 attempts and pretty stressful. Since adding Liquid IV it’s been a breeze. It’s a life saver and I will always have this in our kitchen!

  • It definitely gets the job done! I get dehydrated pretty easily and when I do it's nice to have these on-hand. Like others have noted, however, they are VERY sweet. I've remedied this by only using half of the packet, and it works just as fine. As a note to potential buyers, though: do not drink this every day but rather as-needed. As it is an electrolyte supplement, it has a high sodium content by design and can stress out your kidneys if taken in excess. Not a doctor, just a conscious consumer. Still, it is a very good product and is perfect for those who struggle with dehydration like me.

  • I’ve known about this brand for a while but never had a chance to try it until now. After finally trying it, I have to say it wasn’t really for me. I found it a bit too sweet, even after diluting it with water. When I added more water to tone down the sweetness, the flavor ended up being too weak and not very enjoyable. Overall, it just didn’t hit the right balance for my taste.

    Received a free product from Liquid I.V.
  • I bought a pack of these for a girls' trip (hello hangovers!) But, they have become a must-have for my yoga tote. After an hour long power yoga class, in a heated room, water alone is NOT gonna cut it. I absolutely feel tons more rejuvenated and hydrated after dumping this in my water bottle. Such an easy way to boost recovery.