Complete Brand Comparison 2026 • Expert Analysis • Discount Code Inside
Both Bucked Up and 1st Phorm are premium supplement companies with cult followings. Walk into any serious gym in Modesto or across California, and you'll see tubs of both brands in people's gym bags. But which one should you actually buy?
I'm Jennifer Haines, owner of Master Trainers of California, and I've used supplements from both companies for years. I've also watched my clients spend thousands of dollars on each brand. Here's what you need to know before you choose.
| Category | Bucked Up | 1st Phorm |
|---|---|---|
| Price Point | $$ (More affordable) | $$$ (Premium pricing) |
| Pre-Workout Price | $49.99 ($39.99 with MTCJEN20) | $54.99 |
| Protein Price | $49.99 ($39.99 with MTCJEN20) | $59.99-69.99 |
| Ingredient Transparency | Fully transparent labels | Fully transparent labels |
| Customer Service | Good (email support) | Excellent (app integration, coaching) |
| Product Variety | 25+ pre-workout flavors | 15 pre-workout flavors |
| Availability | Online + select retailers | Online only (or authorized dealers) |
| Best For | Value-conscious serious athletes | People who want premium branding + coaching |
Bucked Up: $49.99 for 30 servings = $1.67/serving (or $1.33 with MTCJEN20)
1st Phorm Megawatt: $54.99 for 20 servings = $2.75/serving
That's a 50% price difference per serving. Over a year, if you take pre-workout 5 days a week, Bucked Up saves you approximately $180-240 compared to 1st Phorm.
Bucked Up Protein: $49.99 for 30 servings = $1.67/serving (or $1.33 with MTCJEN20)
1st Phorm Level-1: $69.99 for 30 servings = $2.33/serving
Again, Bucked Up is significantly cheaper. Both use whey protein isolate, both taste great, both mix well. The ingredient quality is comparable.
You're paying for:
Are those extras worth $15-20 more per tub? That depends on whether you use the app and coaching features. Most people don't.
I've had clients who swear by 1st Phorm and refuse to switch. When I ask why, they usually say "the app" or "customer service." But when I dig deeper, most haven't opened the app in months or contacted customer service in years.
Meanwhile, Bucked Up delivers the same performance at 30-40% less cost with code MTCJEN20. Unless you're actively using 1st Phorm's coaching tools, you're overpaying.
Bucked Up:
1st Phorm Megawatt:
1st Phorm's Megawatt is more aggressively dosed—325mg caffeine is borderline excessive for most people. If you're already drinking coffee, that's a lot of stimulants. Bucked Up's 200mg is strong but manageable.
Both have citrulline for pumps, both have beta-alanine for endurance. The differences are minor. Neither product is objectively "better"—it comes down to your caffeine tolerance.
With code MTCJEN20, Bucked Up is 30-40% cheaper than 1st Phorm across the entire product line. If you're buying pre-workout, protein, and creatine monthly, that's $30-50 saved per month, or $360-600 per year.
If you've never taken supplements before and want hand-holding through the 1st Phorm app, it might be worth the premium. The app gives you workout plans, nutrition tracking, and access to advisors. Bucked Up doesn't offer that.
If you know what you're doing in the gym and just need high-quality supplements without the fluff, Bucked Up wins. You're not paying for branding or coaching—just effective products.
Bucked Up has 25+ pre-workout flavors including Blue Raz, Rocket Pop, Miami, Grape Gainz, and more. 1st Phorm has solid flavors but fewer options. If you get bored easily, Bucked Up keeps things interesting.
This is where 1st Phorm earns their premium pricing. Their customer service is legitimately excellent. You can text advisors, get personalized recommendations, and troubleshoot issues quickly. Bucked Up's support is good but less hands-on.
Bucked Up: Available online at buckedup.com (use code MTCJEN20 for 20% off) and at select supplement stores in Modesto.
1st Phorm: Online only at 1stphorm.com or through authorized dealers. Not typically found in stores.
Bucked Up is easier to find locally, which is convenient if you run out and need a tub immediately.
Both brands are high-quality. Both use transparent labels with clinically dosed ingredients. Both taste good and deliver results.
The difference is price. 1st Phorm charges 30-50% more for similar quality. Unless you're actively using their app and coaching features, that premium isn't justified.
Use code MTCJEN20 for 20% off Bucked Up and get the same quality for less money.
No. Both brands use high-quality ingredients with full transparency. 1st Phorm charges more for branding and customer service, not better ingredients.
Yes! The code stacks with Bucked Up's existing promotions, so you can combine it with Black Friday, holiday sales, or clearance items for maximum savings.
No. Bucked Up focuses on selling supplements, not coaching or app features. If you want coaching, 1st Phorm is better. If you just want effective supplements, Bucked Up is the smarter buy.
Subjective, but both are excellent. Bucked Up's protein is smooth and mixes well. 1st Phorm's Level-1 is also smooth with great flavors. You won't go wrong with either—but Bucked Up is cheaper with MTCJEN20.
Their greens supplement (Opti-Greens) is solid, and their fat burner stack is well-regarded. But for core products like pre-workout and protein, Bucked Up delivers equal performance at lower cost.
If you're not using the 1st Phorm app or coaching features, yes. You'll save $30-50 per month without sacrificing quality. If you rely on the app daily, stick with 1st Phorm.
I'm Jennifer Haines, owner of Master Trainers of California at 1721 Prescott Rd in Modesto. I run high-intensity bootcamp classes 6 days a week and have trained over 500 clients in the past decade.
I became a Bucked Up Ambassador in 2024 because their products deliver results at a fair price. I personally use Woke AF pre-workout before morning sessions and Bucked Up protein post-workout. Code MTCJEN20 gives my clients the same 20% discount I use.
If you're in Modesto and want to try a free bootcamp class, visit our website or stop by Prescott Rd. We train outdoors year-round and focus on functional fitness for real-world strength.