Creatine Monohydrate Supplements
Creatine monohydrate is the most common supplemental form of creatine and the form most often studied in exercise and sport nutrition research. According to NIH Office of Dietary Supplements materials, creatine supplements may help improve performance during repeated short bursts of high-intensity effort when used alongside appropriate training — but individual responses vary and supplements are not medical treatments.
Last updated: 2026-06-26 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-26
What SuppCheckr evaluates
SuppCheckr scores creatine products using the creatine scoring profile: ingredient and dose transparency on the label, alignment with commonly studied monohydrate context, formula simplicity, third-party testing documentation (verified vs. marketing-only claims), dated manual price value (including price per 5 g creatine equivalent), additives, label clarity, and brand transparency. Scores reflect label and sourcing quality — not personal outcomes.
Coverage scope
This creatine category includes five creatine monohydrate products (powders and one capsule SKU). Creatine HCL, blends, and flavored stacks are discussed in guides but are not part of this comparison table yet.
Ingredient reference
Related guides
Buying considerations
- Confirm the label lists creatine monohydrate and grams per serving; serving sizes differ (some capsules provide less than 5 g per serving).
- Check whether third-party testing is verified (certificate or recognized program listing) or only claimed in marketing copy.
- Compare value using price per 5 g creatine equivalent when servings are not exactly 5 g.
- Review other ingredients and capsule excipients if you prefer single-ingredient powders.
- Use dated manual prices as context only — check current price at the retailer before buying.
- Consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting or changing supplements, especially if pregnant, nursing, under 18, or managing a medical condition.
Product reviews
Open full comparison table| Product | Score | Price / 5 g |
|---|---|---|
| Optimum Nutrition Micronized Creatine Powder (600 g / 120 Servings, Unflavored) | SuppCheckr Score90/100 | $0.25 (dated) |
| Klean Athlete Klean Creatine | SuppCheckr Score88/100 | $0.58 (dated) |
| Nutricost Creatine Monohydrate Powder (500 g, Unflavored) | SuppCheckr Score84/100 | $0.24 (dated) |
| BulkSupplements Creatine Monohydrate (Micronized) Powder (1 kg) | SuppCheckr Score83/100 | $0.16 (dated) |
| NOW Sports Creatine Monohydrate 750 mg Veg Capsules (120 Capsules) | SuppCheckr Score77/100 | $0.65 (dated) |
Manual prices with last-checked dates on each product page — check current price at the retailer.
FAQ
- Why does SuppCheckr focus on creatine monohydrate first?
- NIH health-professional materials note that creatine monohydrate is the most widely used and studied supplemental form. SuppCheckr starts comparisons there before expanding to other forms covered in our creatine guides.
- Does a higher SuppCheckr score mean a product will work for me?
- No. Scores summarize label transparency, testing documentation, and dated price context using our methodology — not personal medical suitability or performance outcomes.
- Are prices on SuppCheckr live retailer prices?
- No. Product and comparison pages use manually observed prices with a last-checked date. Wording directs readers to check current price at the retailer.
Sources
- Dietary Supplements for Exercise and Athletic Performance — Consumer — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements (NIH)
- Dietary Supplements for Exercise and Athletic Performance — Health Professional — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements (NIH)
- FDA — Dietary Supplements — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- SuppCheckr scoring methodology — SuppCheckr (internal_editorial)
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