Alani Nu vs. C4
C4 edges out Alani Nu, averaging a Shark Score of 84 to 83 across the 8 and 9 drinks we've rated. The best Alani Nu we've had is Alani Nu Mimosa (93); the best C4 is C4 Black Cherry (92).
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Alani Nu vs. C4 by the numbers
| Measure | Alani Nu | C4 |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 83 | 84Edge |
| Drinks rated | 9 | 8 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 6 (67%) | 7 (88%)Edge |
| Best drink | Alani Nu Mimosa (93)Edge | C4 Black Cherry (92) |
| Average taste0–10 | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| Average kick0–10 | 7.9 | 8.4Edge |
| Average look0–10 | 8.8Edge | 6.9 |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 200 mg (200–200) | 200 mg (200–200) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 16.7 mg | 12.5 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 9 of 9 | 8 of 8 |
Brand numbers cover only the drinks we've rated, so they can shift as we review more. “Edge” marks the better number where higher is better; caffeine is a preference, not a score.
Best vs. best
The top-rated Alani Nu against the top-rated C4.
| Measure |  Alani Nu Mimosa |  C4 Black Cherry |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 93Edge | 92 |
| Look | 8.3/10Edge | 7.8/10 |
| Taste | 9.3/10 | 9.4/10Edge |
| Kick | 8.1/10Edge | 7.9/10 |
| Caffeine | 200 mg | 200 mg |
| Can size | 12 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 16.7 mg | 12.5 mg |
| Zero sugar | Yes | Yes |
| Buy | No longer sold | Price for C4 Black Cherry |
Top 5 of each
Alani Nu
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Alani Nu MimosaAlani Nu · 200 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 93
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Alani Nu Juicy PeachAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 91
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Alani Nu BreezeberryAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 90
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Alani Nu Cherry TwistAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 89
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Alani Nu Witch's BrewAlani Nu · 200 mg
Shark Score 86
Alani Nu vs. C4 questions
Is Alani Nu better than C4?
C4 edges out Alani Nu, averaging a Shark Score of 84 to 83 across the 8 and 9 drinks we've rated. The best Alani Nu we've had is Alani Nu Mimosa (93); the best C4 is C4 Black Cherry (92).
Which has more caffeine, Alani Nu or C4?
A typical Alani Nu and a typical C4 both have 200 mg of caffeine per can. The strongest Alani Nu we've rated is Alani Nu Mimosa (200 mg in 12 fl oz); the strongest C4 is C4 Black Cherry (200 mg in 16 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 16.7 mg vs. 12.5 mg (median).
What's the best Alani Nu flavor? And the best C4?
By Shark Score, the best Alani Nu is Alani Nu Mimosa (93) and the best C4 is C4 Black Cherry (92). See every Alani Nu drink ranked and every C4 drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Alani Nu or C4?
Of the drinks we've rated, 9 of 9 Alani Nu drinks and 8 of 8 C4 drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.