5.0 out of 5 stars Bulk, what you get, flavor, customer support review

J.K. · January 13, 2025

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5.0 out of 5 stars An overall Solid Pre

M.S. · October 14, 2024

Real quick is my personal take on each category out of 5 proverbial stars.. Followed by my personal experience bellow.Energy - 4.5Taste- 3.5 (Cherry)No Crash- 5Skin Tingles- 4Value - 5Mixability- 4Digestability- 5Formula transparency- 10Obviously their whole schtick is “transparency”. No dyes, no added fillers, just what the label says so kudos for that.As someone who has been taking minimum 300mg pre workouts for quite a while now, I find that to be a sweet spot for me. I’m really liking the balanced feel of this pre by Transparent Labs. If you are a stim junkie always looking for the next meth-like formula or pre-banned substance, this isn’t for you. This is for those of you who enjoy a level headed buzz, good focus, decent tingles for the beta, and it LASTS. Not only each training session in of itself, but they give you 30 high quality servings. Almost everyone has dropped to the facade of “40” servings when they just halve their 20 servings and say “hey look we give you 40!!!” When in reality the majority of lifters are not getting much from 150-200 mg of caffeine… might as well drink a ghost dude.The black cherry flavor isn’t for me. I for one like cherry flavored things candy, drinks etc. But the more I drank it, the more I grew accustomed to it. It isn’t the worst thing by any means, but it leaves a slight “medicinal” after taste. Meh, didn’t matter to me because the pre works really well.TLDR No “bubble gut”, no additives, 30 SERVINGS, great formula, lasting energy. Give them a shot at the very least, you’ll like it.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good performance. Bad flavor

J. · June 1, 2025

Previously purchased watermelon flavor. That is no more so I tried this one. Flavor is not great but same good pump and energy needed in the gym.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best pre-workout!

G. · January 29, 2025

Been using this for a little while now and it works amazing. I have so much more energy and strength during workouts compared to when I don't take anything. My workouts average 90 minutes, and that feeling lasts that whole period. Also, I noticed I recover much faster after workouts.I know many people complain about the taste, and I agree it can taste pretty bad (you get used to it after so many uses), but in my opinion, I would much rather have this that tastes bad but has clean ingredients, compared to one that tastes good but has artificial junk. Just my opinionOverall, this is amazing and I suggest anyone looking to build muscle to use it!

1.0 out of 5 stars One Star - Deceptive Packaging, Half Empty Container!

L.G.I. · December 5, 2024

One Star - Deceptive Packaging, Half Empty Container!Seriously disappointed with this purchase. I was excited to try Transparent Labs Bulk Black Pre Workout after hearing some good things, but my initial impression is terrible. The moment I opened the container, I was shocked to see it was only filled halfway!For the price they're charging, I expect a full container of product. This half-empty situation feels incredibly misleading and like I've been ripped off. It makes me question the actual amount of servings I'm getting and the overall value for money.While the ingredients list might look good on paper, the presentation is awful. It's hard to feel confident in a product when the packaging feels so deceptive right out of the box. I haven't even tried the pre-workout yet, and I'm already feeling like I wasted my money.Transparent Labs needs to address this issue with their packaging. It's unacceptable to sell a container that's only half full and expect customers to be happy. This is definitely not a good start to my experience with this brand.

3.0 out of 5 stars Okish

F.W. · April 23, 2025

I’ve been using Transparent Labs Bulk Black Pre-Workout for several weeks, and it’s become my go-to for high-intensity training sessions. The formula delivers a powerful energy boost, thanks to its 325mg of caffeine sourced from PurCaf® and di-caffeine malate. I experience heightened focus and endurance without the jitteriness or crash that often accompanies other high-stimulant pre-workouts. The inclusion of 8g of citrulline malate and 4g of beta-alanine provides noticeable muscle pumps and tingling sensations, enhancing my workout performance. I also appreciate that it’s naturally sweetened with stevia and contains no artificial additives.However, the taste leaves much to be desired. I tried the Black Cherry flavor, and it was quite bitter, making it hard to consume. Additionally, I experienced some stomach discomfort after taking it, which I suspect is due to the high beta-alanine content. While the performance benefits are impressive, the flavor and potential for digestive issues are drawbacks to consider.