Head to head
Caffeine vs Magnesium L-threonate
On the strength of human evidence, Caffeine comes out ahead (evidence 88 vs 35). But they're often used for different things — read each claim before deciding.
Caffeine
Strongthe legal performance drug
Marketing intensity 60 of 100. Evidence strength 88 of 100. Verdict: Better than its hype.
One of the most reliably effective legal performance aids. The catch isn't whether it works - it's timing.
Full evidence on Caffeine →Magnesium L-threonate
▲ Trendingthe 'brain magnesium' with thin, industry-funded data
Marketing intensity 80 of 100. Evidence strength 35 of 100. Verdict: Severely overhyped.
Marketed as the magnesium that reaches your brain. The human evidence is one or two small, industry-funded trials - promising, nowhere near proven, and priced at a steep premium.
Full evidence on Magnesium L-threonate →Side by side
| Metric | Caffeine | Magnesium L-threonate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall tier | Strong | Limited |
| Evidence score | 88/100 | 35/100 |
| Hype score | 60/100 | 80/100 |
| Verdict | Better than its hype | Severely overhyped |
| Safety concern | moderate | low |
Quick answers
Caffeine or Magnesium L-threonate — which has better evidence?
On the strength of human evidence, Caffeine comes out ahead (evidence 88 vs 35). But they're often used for different things — read each claim before deciding.
Can you take Caffeine and Magnesium L-threonate together?
This page compares the evidence, not interactions. Some supplements interact with each other or with medications — check each one's safety section and talk to a pharmacist before stacking.