Liquid I.V. reviews and discussion

4.1

80% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Fast-acting hydration boost
  • Convenient travel-friendly packets
  • Wide, crowd-pleasing flavors
  • Smooth, easy dissolving powder
  • Overly sweet flavor profiles
  • Noticeable salty aftertaste
  • High sugar and sodium content
  • Occasional clumping texture

Liquid I.V. earns strong reviews for fast, noticeable hydration—especially after workouts, heat, travel, or a night out—while convenient single-serve packets and broad flavor variety (standouts include Lemon Lime, Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Watermelon, Golden Cherry) make it easy to use. Reviews also flag consistent drawbacks: many flavors taste overly sweet or salty, some feel thick or artificial, and the added sugar and sodium (with a newer sugar‑free line noted) are frequent concerns; mixing can clump and flavor hit-or-miss. Overall, the brand is effective but polarizing on taste and ingredients.

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2,552 reviews and posts

  • I've tried two different flavors now, and while not horrible, they're not very good either. They must be ice cold in order for me to drink. There is also lots of sugar in them and when mixed, there's still particles at the bottom of my glass. I do feel more hydrated after consuming though.

  • Does exactly what it needs to do so it gets 4 stars for that. I am not a huge fan of the taste of it though. I do like that it is low calorie and healthier than other name brand electrolyte drinks from the store when needing to rehydrate.

  • I didn’t really like the smell or taste. I guess if you really need the hydration aspect of it you could choke it down.

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  • Liquid I.V. is my LUXURY MUST HAVE. I say luxury because it's hella expensive - but it really does make one bottle of water seem like 3 - super hydrating. I rely on it for planes, exercise, hangovers... you name it.

  • Feeling hydrated when I don’t drink enough water!

  • Helped me so much after surgery, kept me hydrated and feeling great.

  • I had tried these before but when I really noticed them make a difference was on a camping situation in the heat and regular water could not compare to when I had it with one of these. Saved me from dehydration

  • Very useful product. Highly recommended

  • Liquid IV is nearly an addiction for me. Great tasting and instantly hydrates.

  • I really love Liquid IV. Taste is great and helps hydrate in the Texas heat. Just make sure to use the recommended amount of water. Only thing is that I wish I could buy in bulk like a tub of the powder with a little scoop!

  • I was very dehydrated and I friend gave it to me to try. This is awesome!

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  • Light flavor, not super sweet like Pedialyte powder packets typically are. I tried Grape and thought the flavor was a bit off. I also tried the Pineapple energy one and thought it was way too tropical, unless that happens to be your thing. Overall I don't notice a huge difference in hydration, but I have never felt dehydrated on the days I did drink it!

  • I live in Las Vegas which is the desert so definitely need this especially in the summer time. I drink this after doing outdoor sports and also drink after a night of partying and drinking to replenish electrolytes. It works almost instantly when you have a headache the next day after drinking.

  • Convenient but not sure how well it works. Easy to keep on hand if you need a little pick me up and it’ll make you drink more water because of the flavor!

  • I hate to say this, but I don’t love this brand of powder hydration. I know it’s really “popular” but it doesn’t leave me feeling quenched and the taste isn’t great. Instead I tend to opt for squeezing lemon into my water along with liquid minerals.

  • ONLY thing that saves me from a hangover. Expensive, but worth it!

  • Pros: Good flavors and refreshing. Purchased at Costco and saved some $. Mixes well, but let sit for a few minutes before drinking. Cons: 10g sugars in a 16g packet. Would prefer something with less sugar.

  • Liquid I.V has something for energy and hydration and is a staple in my kitchen. Great way to get hydrated and wake up with out a lot of caffeine. Anytime I feel dehydrated or funky, liquid IV helps with the healing process

  • My lifesavers, living in Arizona it’s so easy to get dehydrated I drink like two liquid Iva a day and I never feel overheated or dehydrated. I love the different flavors