PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch vs. CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe

CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe edges out PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch on Shark Score, 88 to 85 (#30 and #46 of the 265 drinks we've rated). Both have 200 mg of caffeine per can. Both are zero sugar.

By the Sharks · Updated October 2026 · How we score

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PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch vs. CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe
Measure PRIME Energy Drink Tropical PunchCELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe
Shark Score 85 88Edge
Look 6/10 8/10Edge
Taste 8.3/10 8.6/10Edge
Kick 9/10 9/10
Caffeine 200 mg 200 mg
Can size 12 fl oz 12 fl oz
Caffeine per fl oz 16.7 mg 16.7 mg
Zero sugarYesYes
BuyPrice for PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch Price for CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe

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.

Each Shark's overall score for PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch and CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe
SharkPRIME Energy Drink Tropical PunchCELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe
Jared 8.58.8Edge

What the Sharks said

PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch

“If you like “red” flavor, you’ll like this from PRIME.”Jared
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CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe

“Definitely tropical and incredibly refreshing.”Jared
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PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch vs. CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe questions

Is PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch better than CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe?

CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe edges out PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch on Shark Score, 88 to 85 (#30 and #46 of the 265 drinks we've rated). Both have 200 mg of caffeine per can. Both are zero sugar.

Which has more caffeine, PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch or CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe?

Neither: both have 200 mg of caffeine per can. Per fluid ounce that's 16.7 mg (PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch) vs. 16.7 mg (CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe). 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 (CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe).

Are PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch and CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe sugar-free?

PRIME Energy Drink Tropical Punch: zero sugar. CELSIUS Sparkling Tropical Vibe: zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.