Red Bull vs. Bang
Red Bull wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 78 to 67 across the 13 and 20 drinks we've rated. The best Red Bull we've had is Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic Berry (93); the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88). Bang hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 114 mg.
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Red Bull vs. Bang by the numbers
| Measure | Red Bull | Bang |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 78Edge | 67 |
| Drinks rated | 13 | 20 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 5 (38%)Edge | 7 (35%) |
| Best drink | Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic Berry (93)Edge | Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88) |
| Average taste0–10 | 8Edge | 6.7 |
| Average kick0–10 | 6.2 | 8.5Edge |
| Average look0–10 | 6.8Edge | 5.9 |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 114 mg (80–114) | 300 mg (300–300) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 9.5 mg | 18.8 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 1 of 13 | 20 of 20 |
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 Red Bull against the top-rated Bang.
| Measure |  Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic Berry |  Bang Nectarine Blueberry |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 93Edge | 88 |
| Look | 7.3/10Edge | 7/10 |
| Taste | 9.6/10Edge | 8.8/10 |
| Kick | 4/10 | 8.6/10Edge |
| Caffeine | 80 mg | 300 mg |
| Can size | 8.4 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 9.5 mg | 18.8 mg |
| Zero sugar | No | Yes |
| Buy | Price for Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic Berry | In stores |
Top 5 of each
Red Bull
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Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic BerryRed Bull · 80 mgAdvent Calendar only
Shark Score 93
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Red Bull Winter Edition Pear CinnamonRed Bull · 114 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 90
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Red Bull Spring Edition Cherry SakuraRed Bull · 114 mgSeasonal
Shark Score 89
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Red BullRed Bull · 80 mg
Shark Score 82
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Red Bull Winter Edition Fig AppleRed Bull · 114 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 82
Bang Energy
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Bang Nectarine BlueberryBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 88
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BANG Cherry Blade LemonadeBANG · 300 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 86
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BANG Bangster BerryBANG · 300 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 84
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BANG Purple HazeBANG · 300 mg
Shark Score 83
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BANG Pina ColadaBANG · 300 mgNo longer sold
Shark Score 82
Red Bull vs. Bang questions
Is Red Bull better than Bang?
Red Bull wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 78 to 67 across the 13 and 20 drinks we've rated. The best Red Bull we've had is Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic Berry (93); the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88). Bang hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 114 mg.
Which has more caffeine, Red Bull or Bang?
Bang does, on average: a median of 300 mg per can to 114 mg for Red Bull. The strongest Red Bull we've rated is Red Bull Winter Edition Pear Cinnamon (114 mg in 12 fl oz); the strongest Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (300 mg in 16 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 9.5 mg vs. 18.8 mg (median).
What's the best Red Bull flavor? And the best Bang?
By Shark Score, the best Red Bull is Red Bull Winter Edition Arctic Berry (93) and the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88). See every Red Bull drink ranked and every Bang drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Red Bull or Bang?
Of the drinks we've rated, 1 of 13 Red Bull drinks and 20 of 20 Bang drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.