Reign vs. Bang
Reign wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 78 to 68 across the 15 and 20 drinks we've rated. The best Reign we've had is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90); the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88).
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Reign vs. Bang by the numbers
| Measure | Reign | Bang |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 78Edge | 68 |
| Drinks rated | 15 | 20 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 10 (67%)Edge | 7 (35%) |
| Best drink | Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90)Edge | Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88) |
| Average taste0–10 | 7.6Edge | 6.7 |
| Average kick0–10 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Average look0–10 | 6.7Edge | 5.9 |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 300 mg (200–300) | 300 mg (300–300) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 18.8 mg | 18.8 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 15 of 15 | 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 Reign against the top-rated Bang.
| Measure |  Reign Inferno Red Dragon |  Bang Nectarine Blueberry |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 90Edge | 88 |
| Look | 7.8/10Edge | 7/10 |
| Taste | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Kick | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10Edge |
| Caffeine | 300 mg | 300 mg |
| Can size | 16 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 18.8 mg | 18.8 mg |
| Zero sugar | Yes | Yes |
| Buy | Price for Reign Inferno Red Dragon | Price for Bang Nectarine Blueberry |
Top 5 of each
Reign
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Reign Inferno Red DragonReign · 300 mg
Shark Score 90
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Reign Storm Peach NectarineReign · 200 mg
Shark Score 88
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Reign Inferno Watermelon WarlordReign · 300 mg
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
Reign vs. Bang questions
Is Reign better than Bang?
Reign wins clearly: an average Shark Score of 78 to 68 across the 15 and 20 drinks we've rated. The best Reign we've had is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90); the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88).
Which has more caffeine, Reign or Bang?
A typical Reign and a typical Bang both have 300 mg of caffeine per can. The strongest Reign we've rated is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (300 mg in 16 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: 18.8 mg vs. 18.8 mg (median).
What's the best Reign flavor? And the best Bang?
By Shark Score, the best Reign is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90) and the best Bang is Bang Nectarine Blueberry (88). See every Reign drink ranked and every Bang drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Reign or Bang?
Of the drinks we've rated, 15 of 15 Reign drinks and 20 of 20 Bang drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.