Liquid I.V. reviews and discussion

4.1

80% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Noticeably fast hydration boost
  • Convenient travel-ready packets
  • Wide, crowd-pleasing flavors
  • Mixes easily in cold water
  • Overly sweet, sometimes salty taste
  • High sugar and sodium content
  • Occasional thick, gritty texture
  • Inconsistent flavor enjoyment

Liquid I.V. earns strong reviews for fast, noticeable hydration—especially after workouts, travel, heat, and hangovers—while convenient single-serve packets and broad flavor variety (Lemon Lime, Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Watermelon, Golden Cherry) stand out. However, many reviews flag overly sweet, sometimes salty flavors, a “thick” mouthfeel, undissolved grit, and high sugar/sodium; some prefer diluting with more water or the newer sugar‑free line, and a few question ingredient “cleanliness” or effectiveness versus competitors.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,549 reviews and posts

  • The best hydration ever!! I’ve tried So many other brands and I always come Back for this one. The absolute best.

    Friends with Liquid I.V.
  • I have had trouble consistently staying hydrated, so my doctor recommended LiquidIV. Because it is sweeter than anything I usually drink, I dilute each cup with half a Stanley cup of water. Liquid IV really does help me feel better quickly and stay hydrated.

  • These are great hydration packets! Great flavor, just a little salty, but to be expected!

  • The taste of these are so good, but the ingredients aren't the cleanest. I would use it as more of a treat than a day-to-day health drink.

  • I have used Liquid IV multiple times, but wish they had less sugar in them and higher quality ingredients. I also don’t like how you can taste the powder in the air when you open a packet.

  • Lemon lime liquid iv has saved my life on more than one occasion. I usually buy in bulk at Costco and love seeing them pop up at more and more retail stores. It’s another travel essential for me to help boot hydration and gets me to drink more water. Works everytime!

  • The caffeine LiquidIV works so well. It is a ton more effective and healthier than a cup of coffee. I would definitely recommend it to anyone needing an energy boost. The flavor is not too bad either!

  • this not only solves some aspects of dreaded hangovers but really helps with daily hydration, always keep one in my bag

  • Have tried liquid IV while traveling and definitely think it helped with hydration, but wish there was less sugar in each pack. Sticking to hydrating the old fashioned way.

  • I like that this is a pretty healthy way to stay extra hydrated (doesn't have a ton of sugar in it), but there are very few flavors that I personally really enjoy.

  • I have been drinking these mix packs for YEARS!! They have great flavor options and have been a life-saver for every 100°+ trip to Palm Springs I've taken over the years! I wish there was less sugar but other than that- they are the best!

  • I love liquid iv! Whenever I feel like I need a boost of hydration I have one. The passion fruit is my favorite flavor!

  • Effective, good flavors, great packaging for travel. Always keep some in the house & travel with for vacation. Good for a hangover or boosting hydration after a flight or workout.

  • So horrible. Tastes like liquid sugar when claiming to be a healthy drink. Every flavor I've tried has been pretty much undrinkable. Can help with a hangover in a pinch but I think there are better alternatives on the market.

  • I have been using religiously while breastfeeding and it has helped so much

  • Loved the variety of flavors but don't love all the flavors. I think I've only really liked one flavor that they offer. It does work well, I do notice the same benefits as Pedialyte.

  • A staple in my day. I don’t feel as good when I don’t drink one. It helps with my POTS symptoms, and they taste yummy!

  • They taste so good and really do help with hydration. I take them for hangovers first thing in the morning or at night to wake up feeling better.