Ghost vs Liquid I.V.: sodium, sugar and cost compared
Label data checked . Amounts are per 12 fl oz of finished drink unless a table says otherwise.
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier has 2.5 times the sodium of GHOST Hydration per 12 fl oz (375 mg vs 150 mg). Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier has 8.3 g sugar per 12 fl oz; GHOST Hydration has none. GHOST Hydration costs less per liter as mixed ($2.32 vs $3.30 for Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier).
GHOST Hydration vs Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier, side by side
Serving sizes differ. GHOST Hydration's label is for one scoop serving in 12 fl oz (355 mL) of water; Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier's is for one stick in 16 fl oz (473 mL) of water. The per-serving numbers on the two labels can't be compared directly, so this page converts both to 12 fl oz and 1 liter of finished drink.
| Nutrient | GHOST Hydration | Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Format | powder tub | powder stick |
| Drink volume | 12 fl oz (355 mL) | 12 fl oz (355 mL) |
| Calories | 5 kcal | 38 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 2 g | 8.3 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 8.3 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 8.3 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 375 mg |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 278 mg |
| Magnesium | 83 mg | not on label |
| Calcium | 60 mg | not on label |
| Chloride | 117 mg | not on label |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Nutrient | GHOST Hydration | Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Format | powder tub | powder stick |
| Drink volume | 1 liter (33.8 fl oz) | 1 liter (33.8 fl oz) |
| Calories | 14 kcal | 106 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 23 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 23 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 23 g |
| Sodium | 423 mg | 1,057 mg |
| Potassium | 1,056 mg | 782 mg |
| Magnesium | 234 mg | not on label |
| Calcium | 169 mg | not on label |
| Chloride | 330 mg | not on label |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Nutrient | GHOST Hydration | Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Format | powder tub | powder stick |
| Drink volume | 12 fl oz (355 mL) | 16 fl oz (473 mL) |
| Calories | 5 kcal | 50 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 2 g | 11 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 11 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 11 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 500 mg |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 370 mg |
| Magnesium | 83 mg | not on label |
| Calcium | 60 mg | not on label |
| Chloride | 117 mg | not on label |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Shaded cells mark more electrolytes, or less sugar and fewer calories. Carbohydrate and caffeine are not marked, since more or less depends on your use.
GHOST Hydration label checked . Source (opens in a new tab)
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier label checked . Source (opens in a new tab)
Sodium per liter
Sweat carries about 230 to 1,610 mg of sodium per liter[1]. Both gauges use the same scale, so the markers line up.
Cost per serving and per 1,000 mg sodium
| Measure | GHOST Hydration | Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Price checked | $32.99 for 40-serving tub | $24.99 for 16 sticks (1 pouch) |
| Cost per serving | $0.82 | $1.56 |
| Cost per liter | $2.32 | $3.30 |
| Cost per 1,000 mg sodium | $5.50 | $3.12 |
GHOST Hydration price checked at GHOST . Source (opens in a new tab)
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier price checked at Liquid I.V. (brand store) . Source (opens in a new tab)
Sugar, sweeteners and caffeine
- No sugar sources in the ingredients. Sweetened with stevia.
- GHOST Hydration has no caffeine.
- 0.6% carbohydrate as mixed, which we estimate as hypotonic.
Ingredients
Taurine, Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Citrate, Aquamin™ (trace minerals derived from Red Marine Algae), Sodium Citrate, PureWay-C™ (Ascorbic Acid and Citrus Bioflavonoids), Himalayan Pink Sea Salt, Senactiv® (Panax notoginseng (root) and Rosa canina (fruit)) extracts. Other Ingredients: Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Natural Flavor, Tartaric Acid, Steviol Glycosides, Silicon Dioxide, Calcium Silicate, Beta-Carotene (for color).
- Sugar from cane sugar and dextrose. Sweetened with stevia.
- Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier has no caffeine.
- 2.3% carbohydrate as mixed, which we estimate as hypotonic.
Ingredients
Cane Sugar, Dextrose, Citric Acid, Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Dipotassium Phosphate, Silicon Dioxide, Stevia Leaf Extract (Rebaudioside A), Natural Flavors, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Vitamin B5 (Calcium D-Pantothenate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin).
Which to pick
Each reason below is a measured difference in the label data.
Pick Ghost if
- you want a lighter salt dose: 150 mg vs 375 mg per 12 fl oz
- you want no sugar: 0 g vs 8.3 g per 12 fl oz
- you want more potassium: 375 mg vs 278 mg per 12 fl oz
- you want magnesium: 83 mg per 12 fl oz vs not on the label
- you want the lower cost per liter: $2.32 vs $3.30
Pick Liquid I.V. if
- you want more sodium: 375 mg vs 150 mg per 12 fl oz
- you want the cheapest sodium: $3.12 vs $5.50 per 1,000 mg
Where to buy
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GHOST Hydration
Other Ghost vs Liquid I.V. matchups
GHOST Hydration vs Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free has 2.5 times the sodium of GHOST Hydration per 12 fl oz (375 mg vs 150 mg). Neither has any sugar.
GHOST Hydration's label is for one scoop serving in 12 fl oz (355 mL) of water; Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free's is for one stick in 16 fl oz (473 mL) of water. The table converts both to 12 fl oz.
| Per 12 fl oz | GHOST Hydration | Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 150 mg | 375 mg |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 278 mg |
| Magnesium | 83 mg | not on label |
| Carbohydrate | 2 g | 3.8 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Calories | 5 kcal | 15 kcal |
| Cost per liter | $2.32 | $3.30 |
GHOST Hydration label checked . Source (opens in a new tab)
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free label checked . Source (opens in a new tab)
GHOST Hydration price checked at GHOST . Source (opens in a new tab)
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free price checked at Liquid I.V. (brand store) . Source (opens in a new tab)
What the data can't tell you
- How they taste. We compare labels, not flavor.
- What they cost near you today. We checked GHOST Hydration at GHOST on Sep 24, 2026 and Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier at Liquid I.V. (brand store) on Sep 24, 2026.
- How much sodium you lose. That depends on your sweat; the sweat rate calculator gives an estimate.
- Every flavor. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier lists different values for some flavors; this page uses the main label.
FAQ
Which has more electrolytes, Ghost or Liquid I.V.?
Per 12 fl oz, GHOST Hydration has 150 mg sodium, 375 mg potassium and 83 mg magnesium. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier has 375 mg sodium and 278 mg potassium. Per liter that is 423 mg vs 1,057 mg sodium. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier doesn't list magnesium on the label.
Does Ghost or Liquid I.V. have more sugar?
GHOST Hydration: 0 g sugar and 5 kcal per 12 fl oz, sweetened with stevia. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier: 8.3 g sugar and 38 kcal per 12 fl oz, sweetened with stevia.
Why do Ghost and Liquid I.V. list different serving sizes?
GHOST Hydration's label is for one scoop serving in 12 fl oz (355 mL) of water and Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier's is for one stick in 16 fl oz (473 mL) of water. Comparing the labels as printed gives 150 mg vs 500 mg sodium, but on the same 12 fl oz it is 150 mg vs 375 mg.
Which is cheaper, Ghost or Liquid I.V.?
GHOST Hydration worked out at $0.82 a serving, $2.32 a liter and $5.50 per 1,000 mg sodium (40-serving tub at GHOST, checked Sep 24, 2026). Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier worked out at $1.56 a serving, $3.30 a liter and $3.12 per 1,000 mg sodium (16 sticks (1 pouch) at Liquid I.V. (brand store), checked Sep 24, 2026). Prices change often, so treat these as a snapshot.
How does GHOST Hydration compare with Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free?
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free has 2.5 times the sodium of GHOST Hydration per 12 fl oz (375 mg vs 150 mg). Neither has any sugar. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free has 88% more total carbohydrate than GHOST Hydration per 12 fl oz (3.8 g vs 2 g). Per liter as mixed, GHOST Hydration costs $2.32 and Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free costs $3.30.