What is the difference between Rule One Proteins Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g) and MuscleTech Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)?

Rule One Proteins Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g) contains 12 active ingredients, while MuscleTech Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g) contains 17 active ingredients. Compare serving sizes, ingredient amounts, and daily values on this page.

Which supplement has more ingredients: Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g) or Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)?

MuscleTech Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g) has more active ingredients (17) compared to Rule One Proteins Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g) (12).

Rule One Proteins Active BCAA vs MuscleTech Amino Build

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Rule One Proteins

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

5.0(26)·

R1 Active BCAA An amino-loaded performance formula combining BCAAs, glutamine, citrulline, and taurine to fuel muscle recovery with raw coconut water and electrolytes for added hydration support. R1 Quality Guarantee - Commitment To Quality We develop our own products, source the finest ingredients, and manufacture them in an FDA-inspected, GMP-compliant, and banned substance tested facility. Informed Choice; We Test You Trust - Banned Substances Tested Informed Choice® Certified. Regularly tested for banned substances by the world class sports anti-doping lab, LGC.

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MuscleTech

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

4.8(433)·

Performance-Enhancing BCAAs & Electrolytes Designed with the competitive athlete in mind, MuscleTech researchers have created a superior BCAA formula. AminoBuild® is a scientifically dosed muscle-and performance-enhancing formula designed to supply your body with the critical BCAAs you need to boost your strength and support recovery. This advanced formula can be taken before, during or after training, and it will help build more muscle than regular amino formulas. Build 3.75 lbs. of Lean Muscle in 6 weeks AminoBuild® contains a scientifically validated dose of betaine to support muscle endurance and lean muscle. In fact, in a clinical study, subjects using the exact dose of betaine built 3.75 lbs. of lean muscle in 6 weeks compared to 0.66 lbs. by the placebo group. More muscle more power and better results are yours. Boost Strength by 40% ¹AminoBuild® has the same 4 g dose of leucine shown in a research study (conducted at a leading international university) to help subjects increase their 5-rep max strength by 40%! Boost Endurance Performance From The First Dose The 1 g dose of taurine found in a full serving of AminoBuild® has been shown by research on trained athletes to enhance endurance performance. Give your muscles the fuel they need to perform with AminoBuild®. Replenish Electrolytes The right fuel. The right delivery. The right formula. AminoBuild® delivers coconut water and watermelon juice, plus essential electrolytes to help replace what is lost during exercise. We've done the research-the only thing left to do is train. ‡Per serving

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At a Glance

Verdict

Active BCAA delivers a broader amino acid matrix with glutamine and citrulline, while Amino Build emphasizes higher leucine and performance-boosting betaine. The choice comes down to prioritizing comprehensive amino support versus targeted strength and muscle-building ingredients.

Who each is for

Rule One Proteins Active BCAA

You want added glutamine and citrulline for recovery support
Active BCAA includes coconut water and electrolytes for hydration
You prefer a complete BCAA formula with extra amino acids
Active BCAA provides taurine alongside BCAAs

MuscleTech Amino Build

You want a higher dose of leucine per serving
Amino Build includes betaine to support strength and lean muscle
Amino Build provides zinc and magnesium for mineral support
You prefer a formula with added betaine for performance

What you get from each

At a Glance

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Ingredient Comparison

Total mg Per Serving

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

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30 servings per container

0 servings per container

4 shared ingredients

5 only in Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

12 only in Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Rule One Proteins · About 1 Scoop (13.5 g)

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Rule One Proteins · About 1 Scoop (13.5 g)

Ingredient	Amount	DV
Calories	40	†
Total Carbohydrate	1 g	†
Chloride	210 mg	9%
Sodium	120 mg	5%

L-Leucine	2.5 g	†
L-Glutamine	1.5 g	†
L-Valine	1.25 g	†
L-Isoleucine	1.25 g	†
L-Citrulline	1 g	†
Taurine	1 g	†
Raw Coconut Water Powder	350 mg	†
R1 Electrolyte Blend	350 mg	†

† Daily Value not established

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

MuscleTech · 1 Scoop (16 g)

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

MuscleTech · 1 Scoop (16 g)

Ingredient	Amount	DV
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide)	50 mg	12%
Zinc (as zinc gluconate)	15 mg	136%
Sodium	170 mg	7%

Potassium	50 mg	1%
BCAA Complex	—	†
L-leucine	4 g	†
L-Isoleucine	1.5 g	†
L-Valine	1.5 g	†
Performance & Strength Matrix	—	†
Betaine anhydrous	2.5 g	†
Taurine	1 g	†
Electrolyte Blend	—	†
Sodium Citrate	595 mg	†
Coconut water (as Cocos nucifera)(fruit)	100 mg	†
Watermelon juice (as Citrullus lanatus)(fruit)	100 mg	†
Sodium chloride	80 mg	†
Dipotassium phosphate	45 mg	†

† Daily Value not established

Other Ingredients Analysis

Shared (4)

Analysis of inactive ingredients for dietary restrictions, allergens, and artificial additives.

MuscleTech Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)has a cleaner “other ingredients” profile

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Rule One Proteins

Excellent

Other Ingredients

Citric acid, natural & artificial flavor, malic acid, salt, silicon dioxide, calcium silicate, sucralose, sunflower lecithin, acesulfame potassium, fd&c red #40.

Concerns

Contains artificial flavorContains fd&c

Positives

Appears vegan-friendlyNo common allergens

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

MuscleTech

100

Excellent

Other Ingredients

Citric acid, malic acid, silicon dioxide, natural flavors, acesulfame-potassium, sucralose, beta-carotene (color), anti-foam (polydimethylsiloxane, methylated silica).

Positives

Appears vegan-friendlyNo artificial colors or flavors detectedNo common allergens

How Clean Score is Calculated

Each positive: +5 points

Each warning or concern: −10 points

Serving Information

Detail	Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)	Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)
Serving Size	About 1 Scoop (13.5 g)	1 Scoop (16 g)
Servings Per Container	30	—
Package Quantity	14.29 oz	1.35 lb

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Rule One Proteins Active BCAA vs MuscleTech Amino Build

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

At a Glance

Verdict

Who each is for

Rule One Proteins Active BCAA

MuscleTech Amino Build

What you get from each

At a Glance

Ingredient Comparison

Total mg Per Serving

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

Other Ingredients Analysis

Active BCAA, Watermelon, 14.29 oz (405 g)

Amino Build, Tropical Twist, 21.64 oz (614 g)

Serving Information

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At a Glance

Verdict

Who each is for

Rule One Proteins Active BCAA

MuscleTech Amino Build

What you get from each

Rule One Proteins Active BCAA

MuscleTech Amino Build

Key Differences