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

  • The taste varies drastically flavor to flavor. Certain flavors like passion fruit were almost undrinkable while the strawberry is heaven.

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    It would be nice to have a sample pack: 1-2 of every flavor. I hesitate to buy large packages until I’ve tried the flavor.

  • absolutely vital for fending off/dealing with hangovers

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    price point is a bit high for the product in comparison to competitors, flavor can be very strong

  • Used this when I was sick with Covid to rehydrate. Not usually a fan of these type of things but they actually tasted pretty good.

  • I’ve only had the hydration packets and they are pretty tasty. A much better option than Gatorade. I usually take after being out in the sun all day, after a rough workout, or if there’s a hangover (definitely not a cure but helps)

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    More eco friendly packaging.

  • Amazing product!! It works so well after a night of drinking. Just add it to a bottle of water and shake. Super easy and super useful.

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    Only improvement would be to have more flavors.

  • Salty at first for the electrolytes so it takes a little to get used to, but they work! I dilute mine with 1-2 water bottles. They’re great to take camping, hiking or drink before bed if you think you may have a hangover the next day. Also super helpful for when I was sick & needed hydration. The flavors have continued to improve.

  • I think it can get a little gimmicky in these tiny sachets (unsure if the sachets are recyclable) but i do think they do work and do the job. tbh i just like dry scooping it. i think i would reach for these vs gatorade given how i don't have to finish the huge bottle of gatorade whereas i can just drink this.

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    maybe find better alternatives for more eco friendly packaging? and better tasting flavors. i wasn't too much of a fan of the flavors.

  • Really loved the watermelon and citrus flavors. I would take one when I woke up or before bed to feel hydrated. I enjoyed that it didn’t have an intense amount of carbonation because that can sometimes cause a more upset stomach. Definitely felt headache relief and nausea relief from being sick with a cold. Was also nice to take after I worked out.

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    I wish the tablets were faster dissolving as I found they sunk to the bottom. I also found it difficult to take out of the packaging and lost a tablet in my sink one time.

  • I used it during marathon training and felt that it worked well

  • Me and my boyfriend are obsessed with the lemon lime flavor. Other flavors we could give or take. Next level is if you add it to carbonated water, it tastes almost like Mountain Dew. So good!

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    Other flavors other than lemon lime could be improved upon. Not sure how healthy it is compared to other electrolyte drinks.

  • I love Liquid IV! It’s always a lifesaver when I’m feeling sick, dehydrated, or just drank a little too much. The flavors are amazing!

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    Would like bulk use packaging available

  • I love the lemon lime flavor! I’ve been drinking this daily.

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    Make sure to really stir this into your drink otherwise at times you might be drinking the flavor mix

  • I like liquid IV, but I don’t love it. I’ve tested other electrolyte mixes and I liked them better. Liquid IV is way to sweet and salty at the same time. I’m also not a huge fan of the ingredients. However, I still use them when I have a little too much to drink.

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    Improve ingredients

  • Love love love! Wide variety of flavors and very easy to drink.

  • I used Liquid I.V. for several months - I'm a late twenties female who has POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) that is triggered by heat exposure and dehydration so I purchased several packs of Liquid I.V. to help alleviate my symptoms. Overall I felt these did help keep me from getting overly dehydrated, and I recommend them because of that, but I couldn't distinguish the impact of this product from other comparable brands such as Pedialyte, DripDrop, etc. And in fact, when I went to purchase a box of Liquid I.V. packets in the store last week and saw they doubled in price, I immediately purchased a competitor at half the cost. I liked Liquid I.V., but I can't justify the cost for an electrolyte powder vs competitors that offer me the same results.

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    Liquid I.V. needs to work on their costs vs other competing electrolyte powders in the market. The "CTT" technology doesn't entice me to spend more money on this brand versus other cheaper electrolyte powders.

  • I decided to try Liquid I.V. after almost passing out on multiple bike rides and now I'll carry one when I go for a ride. I have 4 different flavors and I started with strawberry - taste was fine! But it was a bit too sweet for my palette and I diluted with more water than recommended. I do think it was effective in hydrating me quickly. I felt better after drinking it, more quickly than I do with water alone.

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    I'd prefer it to be less sweet, and will be looking for other brands that I think taste better, but I'll still use the Liquid I.V. I bought already!

  • I live in a all year round hot state and was super happy to find Liquid IV. It really helps on those days where you're out all day and feel like drinking water isn't enough. Also after longs trips, having this before the day ends is great for the next morning.

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    The only issue I would say is that it is a little too sweet still. However, not as sweet as some other electrolyte drink mixes I've had before. Just wish it was a little less sweet.

  • I really liked this stuff taste solid and helps because I don’t drink that much water so mad useful

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    More flavors would be cool

  • I really do love liquid IV, whether it’s after a night out or after a workout I enjoy drinking this more than other sports drinks because it doesn’t contain as much sugar. The only downside for me is that the saltiness can be a bit off putting, but the flavors make up for that.

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    I think that this is a great product, although it is salty and that’s not what I look for in a drink, I believe the benefits that come from the salt helps cure hangovers or helps rehydrate after an intense workout.

  • This was great to add to my water, especially on mornings when I didn’t have my coffee. Made drinking water more fun.