Table of Contents

1. Comparing Monster® and MTE
2. How Monster and MTE Work
3. Benefits of Monster and MTE
4. Monster Ingredients vs. MTE Ingredients 
5. Monster and MTE Pricing and Packaging
6. Other Highlights Monster vs. MTE

Intro

The David & Goliath of Energy Drinks: Comparing MTE & Monster 

When you hear the words “energy drink,” Monster Energy is likely the first or second name that comes to mind. Makes sense – it's basically everywhere, from convenience stores to gym bags to vending machines at your dentist's office. They’ve kind of got the market cornered – they sponsor the X Games – stuff like that. But how much does clout count in quality?

We get it – MTE is still the little guy when it comes to players on the energy drink field. And, at the end of the day, we’re also not exactly an energy drink. Or a drink at all, until you mix it up with water. We’re a healthy energy powder made of an advanced blend of bioactive plants that support overall wellness and natural energy. Is it a mouthful? Yes. Literally.

So how do MTE and Monster differ when it comes to purpose, mechanism, efficacy, price, and use? Let’s break it down:

How it Works

Where Does the Energy Boost Come From in Monster vs. MTE?

Monster and MTE approach energy from different sides, which is why we avoid caffeine while Monster relies on it. Monster Energy’s blend of active ingredients promote an energy boost via stimulants and complementary compounds that improve your body’s absorption of said stimulants. You can feel it happening soon after you down a can of this stuff. The energy boost is pretty potent.

On the other hand, MTE’s feel-good blend of nootropics, superfoods, and adaptogens, promotes the creation of energy from inside your body by encouraging the production of neurochemicals directly involved in things like motivation, reward, mood, and energy. The boost you’ll feel from a scoop of MTE’s daily wellness powder is more subtle than Monster’s, but it’s also longer-lasting and doesn’t end in a crash. Plus, drinking it in the afternoon won’t mess with your bedtime routine since there’s no caffeine in the formulation.

Benefits

Burst of Power vs. the Long Game: Monster & MTE Benefits

Monster is marketed to those who need a quick and powerful pick-me-up, like before a game, work, or early classes. The benefits they claim to offer are:

• Increased energy
• Better focus
• Reduced fatigue
• Improved athletic performance
• Increased alertness
• Reduced stress

MTE is marketed for those who want a sustainable, even energy that lasts through the day and has other benefits that accumulate over time. People who want help fighting all the reasons we’re tired in the first place. MTE promotes:

• More energy
• Better focus
• Improved stress resilience
• Reduced inflammation
• Tranquil mood
• Better recovery
• Metabolism support

Ingredients

What’s in an Energy Drink? Active Ingredients in MTE vs Monster 

So, how do MTE and Monster support their claims? Both use active ingredients with clinically-backed benefits to get you the energy boost you’re looking for. MTE uses a unique blend that includes: 

Paraxanthine

Paraxanthine is the smarter sibling of caffeine. It’s one of caffeine’s primary metabolites and the one responsible for most of caffeine’s benefits. But instead of taking your nervous system on a rollercoaster, paraxanthine delivers clean, focused energy without the usual side effects. That means no jitters, no anxiety spike, and no crash three hours later.

Unlike caffeine, which gets broken down into multiple compounds (some good, some… not so much), pure paraxanthine skips the chaos and gets straight to business. Research suggests it may:

• Improve alertness and mental stamina
• Support mood and motivation
• Boost physical performance
• Improve reaction time and processing speed
• Reduce fatigue without raising anxiety

Saffron

Yes, the same spice that so many people are raving about is also a powerhouse for feeling better. Research on saffron shows it’s a great mood-enhancer without the harsh side effects.

Saffron works by modulating key neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, giving your brain the support it needs to stay calm, resilient, and focused, especially under stress. Studies have shown saffron may help:

• Improve mood and emotional well-being
• Reduce stress and anxiety
• Support cognitive performance
• Fight oxidative stress and inflammation

L-Theanine

L-theanine is the calm in your cognitive storm. Naturally found in green tea, this amino acid is known for promoting relaxed focus – the kind where you’re alert, present, and not nervously tapping your leg under the desk.

It works by increasing alpha brain waves (those associated with flow state and creativity) and balancing out stimulants like paraxanthine, so you stay sharp without spiraling into stress.

Research-backed benefits of L-theanine include:

• Improved focus and attention
• Reduced stress and anxiety
• Enhanced sleep quality
• Better memory and task-switching
• Smoother energy when paired with stimulants

Maca

Maca is a vegetable that grows in the South American Andes. It’s been used for almost 6000 years, and has been domesticated for 2000. The people of the Andes have used it for centuries to increase energy, endurance and strength. Today, it’s become popular with high-level athletes and body-builders. Early clinical evidence indicates maca may:

• Increase athletic performance
• Increase endurance
• Reduce the effects of stress
• Support the skeletal system

MTE’s formulation also includes plant-derived nootropics like GABA, additional adaptogens like ashwagandha and eleuthero, and superfoods like amaranth and spirulina. In all, our healthy energy powder consists of 11 carefully-curated, potent holistic ingredients that offer even, sustained energy (and a bunch of other good stuff!) without the drawbacks of excessive caffeine.

On a completely different vibe, Monster’s energy-multiplying mechanisms are:

Caffeine

Ah, the world’s go-to substance for a pick-me-up. Vast applied evidence coupled with clinical evidence indicate caffeine improves alertness, focus, reaction time, physical performance, and stamina. Monster’s formula contains 160mg of caffeine per can, which is pretty high and may result in sensations like irritability and jitters in some people.

Taurine

Taurine is a non-essential amino acid that supports function of the nervous system, cardiovascular system and musculoskeletal system. There is evidence it may improve athletic performance, learning and mood.

Inositol

A compound found in many foods and naturally produced by the body, inositol is involved in metabolizing nutrients, increasing nutrient absorption and conversion of nutrients into energy.

B Vitamins

You’ll find a B vitamin complex in pretty much every classic energy drink out there, because B vitamins support all systems in the body. Relevant functions include converting carbs into energy, supporting the metabolism, protecting nerve health, and supporting immune function.

L-Carnitine 

L-carnitine is an amino acid produced by the liver and kidneys that aids in converting fatty acids into energy. Because it encourages the body to use fats for energy, it increases available energy for the muscles, helping improve athletic performance, muscle function, nerve health, and weight loss.

Pricing & Packaging

The Price/Benefit Ratio of Monster & MTE

As we’ve seen, people who are reaching for a Monster may not often be the same people looking for a product like MTE. It’s a one-off vs a daily routine situation. Monster is convenient because you can find it anywhere, and it’s recyclable because it’s in aluminum cans. You’ll pay about $3 a can for Monster, and less if you buy in bulk.

MTE can be bought in a box with 24 single-serve packets. Depending on whether you choose to try one box or begin a monthly subscription, you’ll pay $2.91/serving for one-time purchases and $2.48 per serving for subscriptions of MTE. A cleanly-designed bag that lists everything you will (and won’t!) find inside, MTE also does our part to source, produce and distribute our product sustainably.

Other Highlights

Other Cool Stuff About MTE & Monster 

We’ve gotta give Monster Energyprops – they’re definitely the cool kids in the energy drink game. They’re a national sponsor of the X Games California. They offer several different flavors and types of energy drinks, and now have an even more amped up version. If you like extreme sports, they’ve got the corner on that sector of pop culture.

We’ve got our own pro sports sponsors, too! Pro pickleball, anyone? Other cool things about MTE that make us stand out from the crowd are that our healthy energy supplement is:

• Vegan
• Keto
• Gluten-free
• Dairy-free
• Kosher
• Halal

MTE is also free of:

• Added sugar
• Artificial sweeteners
• Preservatives
• Artificial colors and flavors
• Corn, egg, peanuts
• Animal byproducts

So, in conclusion, if you’re looking for instant and intense gratification in an energy drink, Monster’s probably more your style. Just be careful, because at that level of caffeine and sugar, more than two cans in a day can be dangerous for your heart.

But if you’re looking for a feel-good energy powder that offers comprehensive support against the reasons you’re tired in the first place, MTE is the way to go. With a calm, even energy that lasts all day, and support for mood, sleep, recovery, and more, adding MTE to your daily routine will change the way you look at energy.