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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout vs Upfront Pump 3.0

Fair comparison based on price per gram of protein, quality and more.

Verdict

Upfront Pump 3.0 is the better deal at £0.64/per serving

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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout
Price
£26.15
Price/serving
£0.87
Servings
30
Weight
330g
Calories per shake
10 kcal
Type
Stimulant
Rating
4.3 (0 reviews)
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Upfront Pump 3.0
Upfront Pump 3.0
Best value
Price
£19.18
Price/serving
£0.64
Servings
30
Weight
350g
Calories per shake
5 kcal
Type
Stim-Free
Rating
4.7 (83 reviews)
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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout

Optimum Nutrition's pre-workout with 175mg caffeine, 3g creatine, and 1.5g citrulline. Mild but reliable — ideal for beginners who trust ON.

Pros

  • 175mg caffeine (mild, good for beginners)
  • 3g creatine monohydrate
  • ON quality and reputation

Cons

  • 1.5g citrulline (far below clinical dose)
  • 1.5g beta-alanine (below clinical dose)
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Upfront Pump 3.0

Upfront Pump 3.0

Stimulant-free pump pre-workout with 8g L-Citrulline, 5g Beta-Alanine, and 2g Betaine per serving. Contains red spinach extract for enhanced nitric oxide production. Zero caffeine, pure pump focus.

Pros

  • 8g L-Citrulline (clinical dose)
  • Stimulant-free
  • Red spinach extract for NO

Cons

  • Only available in the Netherlands
  • Limited flavor options
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