Monster Energy Drink vs. Monster Zero Ultra
Monster Zero Ultra beats Monster Energy Drink on Shark Score, 90 to 70 (#12 and #154 of the 265 drinks we've rated). Monster Energy Drink has more caffeine: 160 mg in 16 fl oz to 140 mg in 16 fl oz. Monster Zero Ultra is zero sugar; Monster Energy Drink isn't.
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Side by side
| Measure |  Monster Energy Drink |  Monster Zero Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 70 | 90Edge |
| Look | 7.7/10 | 8.5/10Edge |
| Taste | 7.1/10 | 9.3/10Edge |
| Kick | 5.9/10 | 6/10Edge |
| Caffeine | 160 mg | 140 mg |
| Can size | 16 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 10 mg | 8.8 mg |
| Zero sugar | No | Yes |
| Buy | Price for Monster Energy Drink | Price for Monster Zero Ultra |
Shark Score blends the Sharks' scores with reader ratings. Look, taste and kick are the Sharks' averages out of 10. “Edge” marks the better number where higher is better; caffeine is a preference, not a score.
Shark by Shark
Each Shark's overall score out of 10.
What the Sharks said
Monster Energy Drink
“Monster Energy may not be a world beater in its original form but it stands the test of time and that’s worthy of respect”MattFull review
Monster Zero Ultra
“It’s crisp, sweet, and refreshing with a nice aftertaste – definitely the drink I reach for if I want a consistent, delicious kick.”JaredFull review
Monster Energy Drink vs. Monster Zero Ultra questions
Is Monster Energy Drink better than Monster Zero Ultra?
Monster Zero Ultra beats Monster Energy Drink on Shark Score, 90 to 70 (#12 and #154 of the 265 drinks we've rated). Monster Energy Drink has more caffeine: 160 mg in 16 fl oz to 140 mg in 16 fl oz. Monster Zero Ultra is zero sugar; Monster Energy Drink isn't.
Which has more caffeine, Monster Energy Drink or Monster Zero Ultra?
Monster Energy Drink, with 160 mg per 16 fl oz can, to 140 mg in Monster Zero Ultra's 16 fl oz can. Per fluid ounce that's 10 mg (Monster Energy Drink) vs. 8.8 mg (Monster Zero Ultra). The FDA's guidance for healthy adults is up to 400 mg a day.
Which do the Sharks prefer?
Of the Sharks who scored both, here's who preferred which: Jared (Monster Zero Ultra), Cam (Monster Zero Ultra), Matt (Monster Zero Ultra).
Are Monster Energy Drink and Monster Zero Ultra sugar-free?
Monster Energy Drink: has sugar. Monster Zero Ultra: zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.