Bang vs. Monster
Monster wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 75 to 68 across the 35 and 20 drinks we've rated. The best Bang we've had is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88); the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). Bang hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 160 mg.
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Bang vs. Monster by the numbers
| Measure | Bang | Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 68 | 75Edge |
| Drinks rated | 20 | 35 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 7 (35%) | 12 (34%) |
| Best drink | Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88) | Monster Ultra Gold (91)Edge |
| Average taste0–10 | 6.7 | 7.6Edge |
| Average kick0–10 | 8.5Edge | 5.9 |
| Average look0–10 | 5.9 | 7.5Edge |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 300 mg (300–300) | 160 mg (137–200) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 18.8 mg | 9.6 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 20 of 20 | 11 of 35 |
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 Bang against the top-rated Monster.
| Measure |  Bang Nectarine Blueberry |  Monster Ultra Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 88 | 91Edge |
| Look | 7/10 | 9.6/10Edge |
| Taste | 8.8/10 | 9.2/10Edge |
| Kick | 8.6/10Edge | 6.5/10 |
| Caffeine | 300 mg | 150 mg |
| Can size | 16 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 18.8 mg | 9.4 mg |
| Zero sugar | Yes | Yes |
| Buy | Price for Bang Nectarine Blueberry | Price for Monster Ultra Gold |
Top 5 of each
Bang Energy
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Bang Nectarine BlueberryBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 88
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BANG Purple HazeBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 86
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BANG Cherry Blade LemonadeBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 86
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BANG Bangster BerryBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 84
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BANG Pina ColadaBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 82
Monster Energy
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Monster Ultra GoldMonster · 150 mg
Shark Score 91
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Monster Zero UltraMonster · 140 mg
Shark Score 90
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Java Monster Cold Brew Sweet BlackMonster · 200 mg
Shark Score 88
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Monster Rehab Tea RaspberryMonster · 160 mg
Shark Score 88
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Monster Hydro Blue StreakMonster · 200 mg
Shark Score 87
Bang vs. Monster questions
Is Bang better than Monster?
Monster wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 75 to 68 across the 35 and 20 drinks we've rated. The best Bang we've had is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88); the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). Bang hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 160 mg.
Which has more caffeine, Bang or Monster?
Bang does, on average: a median of 300 mg per can to 160 mg for Monster. The strongest Bang we've rated is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (300 mg in 16 fl oz); the strongest Monster is Java Monster Cold Brew Sweet Black (200 mg in 16 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 18.8 mg vs. 9.6 mg (median).
What's the best Bang flavor? And the best Monster?
By Shark Score, the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88) and the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). See every Bang drink ranked and every Monster drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Bang or Monster?
Of the drinks we've rated, 20 of 20 Bang drinks and 11 of 35 Monster drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.