Celsius vs. Reign
Reign edges out Celsius, averaging a Shark Score of 78 to 75 across the 15 and 25 drinks we've rated. The best Celsius we've had is Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley Temple (92); the best Reign is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90). Reign hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 200 mg.
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Celsius vs. Reign by the numbers
| Measure | Celsius | Reign |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 75 | 78Edge |
| Drinks rated | 25 | 15 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 12 (48%) | 10 (67%)Edge |
| Best drink | Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley Temple (92)Edge | Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90) |
| Average taste0–10 | 7.3 | 7.6Edge |
| Average kick0–10 | 8.1 | 8.5Edge |
| Average look0–10 | 7.2Edge | 6.7 |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 200 mg (100–300) | 300 mg (200–300) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 16.7 mg | 18.8 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 25 of 25 | 15 of 15 |
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 Celsius against the top-rated Reign.
| Measure |  Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley Temple |  Reign Inferno Red Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 92Edge | 90 |
| Look | 9/10Edge | 7.8/10 |
| Taste | 9.3/10Edge | 8.8/10 |
| Kick | 9/10Edge | 8.5/10 |
| Caffeine | 200 mg | 300 mg |
| Can size | 12 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 16.7 mg | 18.8 mg |
| Zero sugar | Yes | Yes |
| Buy | Price for Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley Temple | Price for Reign Inferno Red Dragon |
Top 5 of each
Celsius
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Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley TempleCelsius · 200 mgSeasonal
Shark Score 92
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CELSIUS Sparkling Strawberry GuavaCelsius · 200 mg
Shark Score 89
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CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical VibeCelsius · 200 mg
Shark Score 88
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CELSIUS Sparkling Green Apple CherryCelsius · 200 mg
Shark Score 87
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CELSIUS Sparkling Fuji Apple PearCelsius · 200 mg
Shark Score 86
Reign
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Reign Inferno Red DragonReign · 300 mg
Shark Score 90
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Reign Storm Peach NectarineReign · 200 mgLeaving shelves
Shark Score 88
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Reign Inferno Watermelon WarlordReign · 300 mgHard to find
Shark Score 87
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Reign Lilikoi LycheeReign · 300 mg
Shark Score 85
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Reign White Gummy BearReign · 300 mg
Shark Score 84
Celsius vs. Reign questions
Is Celsius better than Reign?
Reign edges out Celsius, averaging a Shark Score of 78 to 75 across the 15 and 25 drinks we've rated. The best Celsius we've had is Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley Temple (92); the best Reign is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90). Reign hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 200 mg.
Which has more caffeine, Celsius or Reign?
Reign does, on average: a median of 300 mg per can to 200 mg for Celsius. The strongest Celsius we've rated is CELSIUS ESSENTIALS Sparkling Cherry Limeade (300 mg in 20 fl oz); the strongest Reign is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (300 mg in 16 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 16.7 mg vs. 18.8 mg (median).
What's the best Celsius flavor? And the best Reign?
By Shark Score, the best Celsius is Celsius Spritz Vibe Sparkling Shirley Temple (92) and the best Reign is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90). See every Celsius drink ranked and every Reign drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Celsius or Reign?
Of the drinks we've rated, 25 of 25 Celsius drinks and 15 of 15 Reign drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.