MuscleTech Platinum Creatine 80-Serving Tub: Worth the $11.99?

MuscleTech's unflavored creatine monohydrate drops to $11.99 for 80 servings — one of the better per-dose prices we've seen on a name-brand tub. Here's who it makes sense for.

Fifteen cents a serving for one of the most-studied supplements out there

Creatine monohydrate has decades of research behind it for supporting strength output and muscle endurance — it's about as uncontroversial as sports supplements get. At $11.99 for 80 servings, you're paying roughly $0.15 per dose, which undercuts a lot of generic store-brand options, let alone premium labels. MuscleTech's Platinum line keeps it simple: straight creatine monohydrate, no fillers, no flavoring agents. If you've been buying creatine at $25–30 for a similar count, this is a straightforward win on value.

The unflavored thing is a feature, but only if you're already mixing something

No flavor means no sweeteners, no aftertaste — but also no disguising the slightly chalky texture if you stir it into plain water. Most people stack it into a pre-workout, protein shake, or even juice, where it disappears completely. Worth knowing: creatine monohydrate can cause mild water retention early on, especially if you do a loading phase. That's normal and not harmful, but if you're prepping for something where weight fluctuation matters, time your start accordingly. This tub suits lifters, team-sport athletes, or anyone who wants a clean, no-frills daily supplement without paying for a brand name markup.

Current deal price: $11.99 on Amazon (price/availability can change).