Reign vs. Monster
Reign edges out Monster, averaging a Shark Score of 78 to 75 across the 15 and 35 drinks we've rated. The best Reign we've had is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90); the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). Reign hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 160 mg.
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Reign vs. Monster by the numbers
| Measure | Reign | Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Average Shark Score | 78Edge | 75 |
| Drinks rated | 15 | 35 |
| Scored 80 or higher | 10 (67%)Edge | 12 (34%) |
| Best drink | Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90) | Monster Ultra Gold (91)Edge |
| Average taste0–10 | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| Average kick0–10 | 8.5Edge | 5.9 |
| Average look0–10 | 6.7 | 7.5Edge |
| Caffeine per canmedian (range) | 300 mg (200–300) | 160 mg (137–200) |
| Caffeine per fl ozmedian | 18.8 mg | 9.6 mg |
| Zero-sugar drinks | 15 of 15 | 11 of 35 |
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 Monster.
| Measure |  Reign Inferno Red Dragon |  Monster Ultra Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Shark Score | 90 | 91Edge |
| Look | 7.8/10 | 9.6/10Edge |
| Taste | 8.8/10 | 9.2/10Edge |
| Kick | 8.5/10Edge | 6.5/10 |
| Caffeine | 300 mg | 150 mg |
| Can size | 16 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 18.8 mg | 9.4 mg |
| Zero sugar | Yes | Yes |
| Buy | Price for Reign Inferno Red Dragon | Price for Monster Ultra Gold |
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
Monster Energy
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Monster Ultra GoldMonster · 150 mg
Shark Score 91
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Monster Zero UltraMonster · 140 mg
Shark Score 90
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Java Monster Cold Brew Sweet BlackMonster · 200 mg
Shark Score 88
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Monster Rehab Tea RaspberryMonster · 160 mg
Shark Score 88
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Monster Hydro Blue StreakMonster · 200 mg
Shark Score 87
Reign vs. Monster questions
Is Reign better than Monster?
Reign edges out Monster, averaging a Shark Score of 78 to 75 across the 15 and 35 drinks we've rated. The best Reign we've had is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90); the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). Reign hits harder: a typical can has 300 mg of caffeine to 160 mg.
Which has more caffeine, Reign or Monster?
Reign does, on average: a median of 300 mg per can to 160 mg for Monster. The strongest Reign we've rated is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (300 mg in 16 fl oz); the strongest Monster is Java Monster Cold Brew Sweet Black (200 mg in 16 fl oz). Can sizes differ, so compare caffeine per fluid ounce too: 18.8 mg vs. 9.6 mg (median).
What's the best Reign flavor? And the best Monster?
By Shark Score, the best Reign is Reign Inferno Red Dragon (90) and the best Monster is Monster Ultra Gold (91). See every Reign drink ranked and every Monster drink ranked.
Which has more sugar-free options, Reign or Monster?
Of the drinks we've rated, 15 of 15 Reign drinks and 11 of 35 Monster drinks are zero sugar. Formulas change, so check the can.