CBUM Essentials Pre Workout
vs Crack Reloaded Pre Workout
Ingredient & Score Comparison
Last updated: Feb 2026
PwrRanks Verdict
Score Comparison
Objective scores based on ingredient dosing — 0 to 1 scale
Crack Reloaded Pre Workout's 452mg total caffeine and Alpha Yohimbine and Eria Jarensis contribute to a higher energy score.
Crack Reloaded Pre Workout's formula has 8g L-Citrulline and 1g Glycerol, which contribute to a higher pump score.
CBUM Essentials Pre Workout delivers more performance per dollar than Crack Reloaded Pre Workout — based on how both products compare to the broader pre-workout market.
Ingredient Comparison
CBUM Essentials vs Crack Reloaded — dosing per serving
| Ingredient | Objective | CBUM Essentials | Crack Reloaded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eria Jarensis | Energy | — | 500mg |
| Caffeine Yield | Energy | 200mg | 452mg |
| Theobromine | Energy | — | 300mg |
| Alpha Yohimbine | Energy | — | 2mg |
| L-Citrulline | Pump | 4g | 8g |
| Taurine | Pump | 1g | — |
| Glycerol | Pump | — | 1g |
| Sodium | Pump | 75mg | 250mg |
| L-Tyrosine | Focus | 2g | 1g |
| Beta-Alanine | - | 3.2g | 3.2g |
| Choline Bitartrate | - | — | 700mg |
| Beta PEA | - | — | 400mg |
| Vitamin B12 | - | 10mcg | — |
Who Should Buy Each
Matching products to training goals and stim tolerance
Choose CBUM Essentials If…
- ✓You want sustained energy without extreme stimulation
- ✓You want some pump support without it dominating the formula
- ✓You're newer to pre-workouts and want a well-rounded starting point
Choose Crack Reloaded If…
- ✓You want euphoric, mood-elevating formula
- ✓You respond well to alpha-yohimbine
- ✓You want maximum intensity and train in the morning
- ✓Pump and vascularity are a priority in your training
- ✓You enjoy hydration-based pump ingredients that give a swollen and full look during training
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about these two pre-workouts
Crack Reloaded Pre Workout has 452mg total caffeine per serving compared to 200mg in CBUM Essentials Pre Workout.
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How PwrRanks Scores Pre-Workouts
Our methodology
PwrRanks scores every pre-workout by analyzing its ingredient label algorithmically. We generate four objective scores — Energy, Pump, Focus, and Value — that reflect what's in the tub, not how the product is marketed. Value scores are calculated using live pricing data to reflect real cost-per-serving at time of comparison.