What creatine actually costs per day
The short answer: 19p. Here is where that number comes from and why creatine is, by some distance, the cheapest evidence-backed supplement we sell.
The maths
Our 300g micronised creatine powder costs £18.99. The authorised claim dose is 3g per day. At 3g a day, 300g lasts 100 days.
| Pack size | Price | Days at 3g/day | Cost per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300g powder | £18.99 | 100 | 19p |
That is the claim dose — 3g daily, every day including rest days. Creatine works by saturating muscle stores gradually, so consistency matters more than timing. Taking it only on training days defeats the mechanism.
Powder versus tablets
The same creatine monohydrate is available as 1000mg tablets. Three tablets equal the 3g claim dose. The cost per serving is higher in tablet form — you pay for the convenience of not needing a scoop or a drink.
| Format | Serving at claim dose | Approx. cost per serving | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micronised powder | 3g (one 5g scoop contains 5g; 3g is the effective dose) | 19p | Lowest cost; mixes into water, juice or a shake |
| Tablets (1000mg) | 3 tablets | Higher per serving | No measuring, no mixing, portable |
Neither format is better for the creatine itself — the molecule is identical. The powder is micronised, which means it disperses into 150–250ml of liquid without the gritty sediment you get from standard monohydrate. If price is the deciding factor, powder wins clearly.
Compare powder and tablets — same creatine, different format.
Why creatine is the cheapest evidence-backed supplement we sell
Most supplements cost more per day than creatine. Protein powders, omega-3s, magnesium, vitamin D — all of them come in above 19p at a meaningful dose. Creatine monohydrate is cheap because it is simple: one ingredient, manufactured at scale, no active degradation in storage, no special delivery system required.
The authorised claim for creatine is specific: creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise, at a daily intake of 3g, in adults performing high-intensity exercise. There is also a second authorised claim: daily creatine consumption can enhance the effect of resistance training on muscle strength in adults over the age of 55, at 3g daily with regular resistance training at least three times per week for several weeks at 65–75% of one-rep max.
Both claims require the same dose: 3g a day. At 19p, that is not a difficult commitment to maintain.
What you are not paying for
Our creatine powder contains one ingredient: creatine monohydrate. No flavouring, no sweetener, no filler, no anti-caking agent, no proprietary blend. The micronisation is a physical process — the particles are ground finer to improve dispersibility — not a chemical modification.
Flavoured creatine products from other brands typically cost more per gram and contain ingredients that add nothing to the creatine itself. You are paying for the flavour development, the sweetener system and, usually, the marketing budget attached to it. If you want to take creatine in juice or a shake, you can do that with unflavoured powder at a fraction of the cost.
We do not use celebrity endorsements or sponsored athletes. The price reflects that.
Practical notes
- You do not need a loading phase. It only reaches muscle saturation faster — at 3g daily, you arrive at the same place in three to four weeks. Loading is optional, not required.
- Take it every day, not just on training days.
- Timing within the day does not matter. Pick a time that becomes a habit.
- Mix into 150–250ml of water, juice or a shake. Stir or shake briefly. The micronised powder disperses without settling.
See the range — everything we make is unflavoured and packed in the UK.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.