Item: Thesis
Rating: 1
Author: Ashlyn M

Thesis offers a range of personalized nootropic supplement formulas to enhance your mental performance. 

The human brain is the most complex object in the universe, yet society had accepted one-size-fits all approaches to cognition. The “solutions” (think coffee, energy drinks, and even a friend’s rx) were mediocre at best and frankly, made no sense to us. So, we created Thesis, the world’s first personalized nootropics company. If you’ve never heard that word before, it’s just a fancy way of saying brain supplements. In five years, most will be taking nootropics on the daily and chances are, they’ll be ours.

With an exceptional efficacy rate, the world has taken notice — we’ve raised over $12M in venture capital, garnered interest from leading neuroscientists and athletes, and established ourselves as the industry’s leading brand.

Daniel Freed

Supplements

Thesis earns mixed reviews: many users report noticeable boosts in focus, clarity, and motivation—especially from blends like Clarity, Energy, Logic, and Motivation—while others feel no effect or experience side effects such as headaches, nausea, jitteriness, or anxiety. Reviews also praise the brand’s smart starter-kit approach and helpful coaches, but criticize heavy caffeine in many blends, confusing subscriptions, and wasteful packaging, making results and experience highly individual.

Thesis

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Energy

Logic

Creativity

Clarity

Motivation 

I am very sorry about the frustration as well as the confusion.  There are a total of 6 unique Thesis blends.  All of them are available with or without caffeine because everyone's needs are different.  Because everyone's brain and neurochemistry are unique, nootropic blends are not a one-size-fits-all solution.  The blend or blends that help me the most may not help you at all.  The purpose of the quiz is to help determine which blends are most likely to be most beneficial for you so that you can try them in your starter kit.  Reach out to us if you have any questions.  We are happy to help.   You can also call us at 1 (646) 647-3599 or send us an email at hello@takethesis.com for help with adjustments and any general questions you might have.

Thank you so much for sharing your Thesis experience with our community!🙌

Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.  I am sorry to hear that Thesis was not as impactful as we had hoped for you.  If you need help booking a complimentary consultation with one of our wellness coaches please send us a note.  hello@takethesis.com

Thanks for sharing your review, and I apologize that your experience wasn't optimal. Everyone responds to supplements differently depending on their body chemistry, so we'd love to speak further with you to find a routine that works best for you! We're always dedicated to helping our customers find their perfect fit, so please reach out to us at hello@takethesis.com, or call in at (646-647-3599) between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm EST, Monday through Friday. We'd love to help make this right.

Thank you for sharing your feedback! I'm sorry to hear that you weren't able to find the right blend in your first box. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please reach out to our Customer Care Team at 646-647-3599 or email us at hello@takethesis.com.

I am very sorry to hear that your blends did not have the desired effect.  If you would like to book a complimentary consultation with one of our wellness, you can do so with either of these resources:    646-647-3599

https://calendly.com/takethesis/coaching-consultation-talk-to-a-wellness-coach?month=2023-04

Let us know if we can help with anything.



Thank you so much for sharing your Thesis experience with us!  

So happy to hear that you enjoyed your Thesis blends Moira!  Thank you for sharing!

Hi Amy, I am very sorry to hear that you did not realize the expected benefit from your Thesis blends.  I would recommend speaking to one of our wellness coaches to help find the best option for you.  646-647-3599

https://calendly.com/takethesis/coaching-consultation-talk-to-a-wellness-coach?month=2023-04



Thanks for sharing you amazing and insightful review! We're overjoyed to hear how well Thesis is working for you! We use the highest quality of ingredients, which is why our product may seem a bit on the expensive side. We offer bundles that let you save up to $20 on your monthly cost! Our customer care team can assist by either calling in at (646-647-3599) between 10am and 5pm ET, Monday through Friday, or emailing hello@takethesis.com!

I am very sorry to hear that your blends did not help you as expected.  Have you spoken to one of our wellness coaches yet to discuss them and what could be causing the problem?  Also, remember that we do have a 30 day money back satisfaction guarantee.

Please let us know if you need help with anything.  Helping is our passion.

Thank you so much for sharing.  Looking forward to your next update!

What other ones have you tried with success?

 I am very sorry to hear that. Did you use all 6 packets for the blends as directed?  Neurochemistry is a complex science. Everyone's neurochemistry is unique so our blends are not a one size fits all solution. Completing the quiz on our website is the first step, the results recommend the 4 blends most likely to help you the most. For most, 2 to 3 of the blends will be very effective and beneficial. To find your blends it is important to use the same blend for 6 consecutive days while journaling your experience with it. On the 7th day take a break. Then begin the next week with another blend repeating the process. You would do this until the entire kit has been used. This should give you great insight regarding which blend or blends are best for you. If you would like to book a consultation with one of our wellness coaches and need help send us an email.  hello@takethesis.com

Thanks for your review. Sorry to hear Thesis was not a fit. We have many customers who have benefited from adding Thesis to their daily routine. We stand behind the quality of our blends which is why we offer a guarantee on your first order. Please reach out to us if you have not already so we can help. 




Thank you for your feedback, Zyme. I want to deeply apologize for this disappointing experience, from the shipping issues to the concerns about product effectiveness, this falls far short of our standards.

Our pricing does reflect the premium ingredients and quality that go into every formula, but I completely understand your perspective on value. I’m especially sorry that your first order never arrived and that the replacement process felt confusing, our policy is meant to be hassle-free.

Regarding the products not working as expected, everyone’s brain chemistry is unique, and finding the right match can sometimes take a bit of experimentation. If you’re open to it, I’d love to learn more about your specific goals so I can suggest a formula that may work better for you.

I also want to directly acknowledge your concern about the Thesis community group. Transparency is very important to us. The group is moderated by our CEO and Head of CX, and you’ll also see ambassadors in there who are loyal Thesis users. Their role is to help share experiences and guidance, since they’ve had success navigating the complexities of finding the right formula. All reviews, including those on our website come from legitimate users of Thesis.

We’d truly welcome the opportunity to make this right for you.

Best, 
Alisha 
CX Manager 

I am very sorry to hear that Meagan.  If you have not already done so, please reach out to us to book a consultation with one of our wellness coaches.  We are here to help.  hello@takethesis.com

They don’t ask your height because it’s irrelevant. They’re not trying to assess your BMI. 

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Only done the Energy one so far and I think it might be working, not feeling a crash after my workouts. Will try the others and update as I go along.

I've been a fan of nootropics and adaptogens for a while now, and I must say these are probably my favorite option. Each blend has proven ingredients, alongside caffeine (optionally), and for me they truly do what they claim. They all bring me alertness and I am wide awake with a focused and balanced energy. I found myself more motivated, more productive, and in flow state with each blend. I took these in the morning on an empty stomach, or in the afternoon when I needed a boost & they never failed. I would recommend these to anyone looking for a natural boost.

While Creativity was helpful in graphic design work, it's also recommended for social situations so I tried it once before going out with some friends and I undeniably felt more comfortable, relaxed, sociable and talkative. The logic & clarity blends worked wonders at work, and the energy blend was an incredible afternoon slump boost that kept me focused and alert until bedtime.

I am super eager to try the motivation blend as procrastination is one of my weaknesses... but overall these have changed how I think of supplements or the typical things I would use for energy or focus. Game changers in my opinion!

This is probably the second or third nootropic supplement I've tried, and I just don't find them to make a noticeable difference in my daily life. Unfortunately, Thesis continues this trend. I followed the instructions and tried each formula individually for several days, waited a day (or more) and started the next one. Clarity gave me a gnarly stomachache, Logic and Energy probably were probably the nearest to actually making me feel positive performance, and I'm still taking the Creativity. I guess my brain chemistry (and Wellbutrin, lol) is too strong for these? 
Also, as much as I love the cute little packets, they made it difficult for me to remember to take the packets regularly since they were separate from my day-a-week pill case. I put them on my desk hoping it would help me remember to take them, and it did, though not as regularly as I probably should. 
As with anything that mixes with individual people's bodies, your mileage may vary! 

I finally managed to complete the four options included in the starter pack, and overall, I didn't see significant results. As a fan of nootropic supplements, I had rather high expectations for Thesis, especially considering their price point. Having different "formulas" for specific results might have led to a bit of a misconception. The reality is that when it comes to nootropics, my primary goal is to achieve a heightened state of focus, accompanied by an uplifting state of mind that supports my motivation, energy, and confidence. It feels somewhat odd to have four different products when what I truly seek from nootropics is clarity.

In the end, I didn't notice substantial effects from Thesis compared to other brands I've tried. The branding looks fantastic, but it seems like you're purchasing a brand rather than a highly effective product.

Chris from Northridge, CA should have A.I. designed around his personality/performance. Dude is legit the best thing that ever happened to the CS dept. I’d say he was the best thing that ever happened to the company, but I’ve tried “Energy” —I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and I feel like I don’t need prescription drugs if I take that thing. Only time will tell. I have yet to try Creativity and Confidence, but I’ve for both of those “down” (humble brag). Looking forward to trying em out!!

I've tried a fair share of nootropics and adaptogens and was excited when I heard about the thesis thingdrop since the price can be pretty steep. After taking it over this past few weeks, I am thrilled with it! 

I really do think you can feel the different effects depending on which one you're taking and I never felt any aches or pains regardless of taking it on an empty stomach or not.

As stated, it's pretty expensive for a monthly subscription but that doesn't mean I won't splurge for it every once in a while. Looking forward to trying out the other formulas!

I wanted to love this brand. Unfortunately out of the four blends I tried, none of them worked for me. I felt extremely off and weird when taking a couple of them. Nootropics affect everyone differently and I still recommend them to people looking for natural alternatives. Customer service is great, and shipping was fast. 

These are pricey and I unfortunately cannot tell a difference when I take them. I was so bummed because I would love to hack my focus / creativity / clarity, what have you! What a dream! But I found, finally, 36 years into life, that my best bet is eating well sleeping well drinking less yada yada. I'm not a doctor but y'all should try that. 

Not going to test something that made me take a survey that asked my age and weight, but not my height? Immediately red flag showing act like they care, but don’t. And are there pills with caffeine I’m very curious… 

It's called thesis because they want to see how many people feel better taking placebo.

Other than giving you stomachache sometimes and taking your money, the pills don't do anything.

I spent over 100, took the test, and religiously took all the blends. I'm telling you, I pero discovered that it's a scam.

Tried the mix - didn't feel much of a difference, especially for the price. My guess is you need to take each blend for longer than one week to get the full effect (but the sampler box only gives you 6 days each). Wanted to love it, but it fell short. 

I’ve found Thesis supplements to be very effective, especially Clarity, which gives me a clean, consistent boost for daily mental sharpness. Logic is also great to focus and tackle tasks I would usually procrastinate on. Creativity and Energy didn't do much for me. The individual pouches are super convenient for travel and delivery is always fast.

The only downside is the price point, which is considerably higher than other supplement brands. The quality and noticeable results make it worth considering if you’re looking for something that truly works. 

I had high hopes for this brand, but after experiencing multiple issues with both their products and service, I cannot recommend them.

Pricing Concerns:
Their sales appear misleading. Products are regularly listed at inflated prices (often $149) then "discounted" to $80, creating a false sense of value. Given the likely production costs, the pricing seems excessive. In my own process of creating supplements with the same ingredients it'll cost $15-$20 max.

Shipping Issues:
My first order generated a tracking number but never actually shipped. After waiting two weeks, I contacted customer service. They offered a replacement with the odd suggestion that I could "keep both" if the original ever arrived. A month later, the original order still shows no movement in tracking.

Product Effectiveness:
I tried Stress Reset for a week without noticing any significant benefits. Later, I ordered Motivation based on community recommendations, but found it no more effective than a regular cup of coffee.

Additional Service Problems:
- No automatic shipping notifications (had to email to learn my second order was delivered)
- Poor packaging (capsules arrived without freshness packets)
- No order tracking through their customer portal

Community Concerns:
Their Facebook group appears to have company employees posing as regular customers to generate positive buzz, which raises questions about authentic reviews.
While I wanted to support this brand, the combination of questionable pricing, shipping problems, ineffective products, and poor customer communication makes it difficult to recommend. Others may have different experiences, but mine was consistently disappointing.

1/5 stars

I truly do not understand the positive reviews of this!  I'm not someone who is sensitive to stimulants so I honestly expected not to feel anything. I tried taking this twice and both times was a miserable experience!  The first time I figured maybe it was a fluke because I had already had some caffeine, but the second time caffeine free was just as bad if not worse.  I felt so dissociated, foggy, jittery, and overall unwell that I ended up laying in bed in discomfort for the whole day riding out the storm.  Such a waste of money. 

I found Thesis before their re-brand- I love the energy pills and the high quality level of information that they provide. I feel very supported by this product. 

The product is AWESOME, but their website navigation sucks.  After my first order, I went to order again but did not have an account setup.  No one told me that when you make your first purchase, it automatically enrolls you in a monthly plan and that you have to set up an account on their website afterwards using the email you purchased with.  Long story short, I had 2 monthly plans, simultaneously, without knowing it. 

Also, customer service is not readily available via email (24 hour turn around time) and there is no phone support for questions or concerns.   

I was pretty skeptical when I ordered this product, but I was willing to take a chance versus getting on prescription medication for my ADHD.  The website suggested that most people "feel something" the first day of trying it...I did not.  I would say, I started to notice changes after the first week.  I started feeling the positive affects and it was noticeable to friends and family when I did not take it.  I have been on Thesis for 3 months now and I feel AMAZING!  I will be a customer for life from this point forward.  I am so thrilled that I do not have to entertain prescription medications to feel right.  🙌🏼  I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for prescription medication alternatives.

Huberman Labs podcast convinced me to give these a try but sadly they didn't have much effect and for the price it simple isn't worth it. One of them even made me feel sick to my stomach. 

I swear by this product. I have been using it for a couple years now and can always tell when I forget to take it.  Thesis has been life changing!

This is the only product that helps me genuinely and doesn't give me nasty side effects like a million other products.

I feel it helps me focus and concentrate better.

I'm 59, and in an attempt to deal with years-long persistent grogginess that I feel almost every day,  regardless of how much I've slept, I've tried various nootropics with no discernible results, and gave up a year ago. Recently, I decided to try Thesis. I guess part of its appeal was to my "scientific" mindset, i.e., I know that the human response to medicines, foods, and nutrients is variable and genetic, so naturally it should be the same with nootropics. Science, at its heart, is nothing but curiosity and humble honesty.  I ordered the pack and tried each variant of the first set, noting in my calendar how I felt in response to each. For me,  "Energy" gave a slight improvement (note my first pick?), "Motivation" = no change. Then I hit "Clarity", and my note says "Works! Feel good!", and the final pack was "Creativity", which for me didn't feel like much. So I ordered "Clarity" which I've been using with great results. Interestingly, my son (USAF in Texas), asked me what I thought of nootropics, so I told him to try them. Individual response will vary. Just yesterday I asked what his results were, and somewhat to my surprise, he said "Clarity" worked for him. On a final note, I did have some questions and spoke with a rep from Thesis. She was really cool, and we had a nice discussion about this. She told me that, in her experience, "Clarity" was not the usual hit....I don't remember which one she said was....but it was refreshing to know this might not be some sort of placebo thing.  Areas I think would help Thesis: 1) Their packaging. IMO, they use way too much on nice packaging to send a few capsules. Perhaps on the beginner sampler pack this would be a good idea, but once a customer settles on a particular type, a simple bottle, or some more eco-friendly version of packaging would be better, and 2) Until I spoke with the counselor, I didn't realize there were several more types of Thesis formulations that would have to be tried if nothing in the first sample pack had no effect. I wasn't aware of this (maybe I'm just unobservant), but if I missed that, perhaps others will have as well, so putting that out there in an "Idiot Proof" way could be helpful so people don't quit after the first package.  In closing, the cost for Thesis might be relatively high, but for how much it helps me, it is utterly worthwhile, and arguably much less than people waste on expensive coffees and energy drinks as they work their way through life. If you're looking for a mental/emotional aid, I highly recommend giving Thesis a solid try.  

Unfortunately I didnt have a positive experience with these, but I don't fault the product. One of the challenges with nootropics is that everyone's individual chemistry will react differently and I found that of the 4 different formulas, two made me feel overly aggressive and 2 did basically nothing. The effective ones were a bit insidious in that it took me far longer to notice the mood change than my husband, who knew I was trying these for a limited time and saved his feedback for after each formula's course.

I did allow more than the recommended time between each formula so that I could assess the effects of each in isolation.  

I wouldn't recommend these to anyone who isn't at least moderately familiar with nootropics, or who isn't fairly in-tune with their mood. 

The first month is about seeing what works and what doesn't work since our brains are all wired differently. I have 4 blends in my starter kit  (creativity, logic, clarity, and energy). You're supposed to stick with one blend per week during this time. I started with creativity and I definitely felt a difference! That's one that I'll definitely continue using. This week I've been using logic and I don't think it's doing anything for me, so I won't be continuing that one. I still have 2 more blends to try. I'll be trying clarity next! I'm rating this high on the fact alone that I already have one blend that I know works with my brain makeup. I'm excited to see how the other blends hold up.