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TL;DR
Creatine Plus is creatine plus one other thing in the same scoop: electrolytes, caffeine, EAAs, vitamins or collagen. It is about convenience, not better creatine. If plain monohydrate works for you, keep using it.
Key takeaways
- Creatine Plus is the same creatine monohydrate, with one thing added.
- It is one drink instead of two, not a stronger creatine.
- Pick the version that matches something you already take.
- Plain monohydrate is still the lowest cost per serving.
Creatine Plus is our range of creatine with something added: electrolytes, caffeine, essential amino acids, vitamins or collagen. People ask us what the difference is, and whether it is "better" than plain creatine. Here is the straight answer, with the numbers.
What is Creatine Plus?
Each Creatine Plus is creatine monohydrate plus one other thing you might already be taking separately, in one flavoured scoop. That is the whole idea. One drink instead of two.
It is not a stronger or different kind of creatine. The creatine in Creatine Plus is the same monohydrate as our plain powder. If you already take Creatine Monohydrate and you are happy with it, there is no reason to switch. It is the lowest cost per serving we sell.
Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3g of creatine.
Creatine Plus Electrolytes
Per serving: 3g creatine monohydrate and a 175mg electrolyte complex (sodium, potassium and magnesium). 112 servings a tub, £14.99, so about 13p a serving. Also in sachets.
Who it suits: people who drink something flavoured during or after training anyway, and want their creatine in it. More in our creatine and electrolytes guide.
Creatine Plus Energy
Per serving: 3g creatine and 80mg caffeine, plus B vitamins. 112 servings a tub, £14.99.
Who it suits: people who have a coffee or pre-workout before training and would rather have one drink. For reference, EFSA considers single doses of up to 200mg of caffeine safe for healthy adults. Take it earlier in the day if caffeine affects your sleep, and do not stack it with other caffeine products.
Does caffeine cancel out creatine? One 1996 study suggested it might during a high-dose loading phase. Later research has been mixed, and a 2015 review by Trexler and Smith-Ryan concluded that any interaction is unlikely to matter much at normal intakes. Our timing guide covers this.
Creatine Plus EAA
Per serving: 3g creatine and 5.1g essential amino acids (leucine, valine, isoleucine and the rest of the nine). 30 servings, £14.99.
Who it suits: people who already drink an amino acid drink during training. If you eat enough protein through food and shakes, you probably do not need the EAAs.
Creatine Plus Vitamins
Per serving: creatine plus a blend of vitamins and minerals in one drink. Check the label for the full nutrient panel; the amounts vary by nutrient.
Who it suits: people who take a daily multivitamin and like the idea of combining it with their creatine.
Creatine Plus Collagen
Per serving: 3.4g creatine and 5.5g hydrolysed collagen peptides. 30 servings, £14.99.
Who it suits: people who already take collagen and want one drink instead of two. We describe what is in it and how much. That is all we say about collagen.
Creatine Plus or plain creatine monohydrate?
Ask one question: is there something you already take every day that you would rather combine with your creatine? If yes, pick the Creatine Plus that matches it. If no, plain monohydrate is the simplest and lowest-cost option. Both are honest. We compare them side by side in creatine monohydrate vs Creatine Plus.
How to take Creatine Plus
One serving a day, in water, at whatever time suits you. Every day, including rest days. Taking it consistently matters more than the time of day.
Common questions about Creatine Plus
Is Creatine Plus better than creatine monohydrate?
No. It is the same creatine monohydrate with something added. It is more convenient if you already take that other thing. If you do not, plain monohydrate is the simpler choice.
Can I take two Creatine Plus products in one day?
You do not need to. Two servings would double your creatine and, with Energy, your caffeine. One serving a day is the plan.
Which Creatine Plus is best for the gym?
Choose by what you already drink: electrolytes if you have a flavoured drink during training, Energy if you have a coffee before it, EAA if you already use amino acids.
Is Creatine Plus suitable for vegans?
It depends on the version. Collagen comes from animal sources, so Creatine Plus Collagen is not vegan. Check each product page for its dietary information.
The bottom line
Creatine Plus is convenience, not superiority. Same creatine, one less thing to mix. Browse the full creatine range to compare them all.
Sources
- Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012, as retained in GB law: list of permitted health claims (creatine).
- Kreider RB et al. (2017). International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition 14:18.
- Trexler ET, Smith-Ryan AE (2015). Creatine and caffeine: considerations for concurrent supplementation. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism 25(6):607–623.
- EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (2015). Scientific Opinion on the safety of caffeine. EFSA Journal 13(5):4102.
- Jäger R et al. (2011). Analysis of the efficacy, safety, and regulatory status of novel forms of creatine. Amino Acids 40(5):1369–1383.
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