Thorne Creatine vs Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day
Specs, prices, editor verdict, and who should buy which - compared side-by-side.
Thorne Creatine (mid, $44) vs Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day (mid, $29–$39) - different tools for different jobs (see the per-product details below).
Compared on 3 shared specs · same category (supplement).
These are close picks. Both score in the same range. The right call depends on buyer profile - read the per-buyer recommendations below.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Thorne Creatine | Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day |
|---|---|---|
| price | $44 | $29–$39 |
| servings | 90/tub | 30/bottle |
| dose | 5g/scoop | 2 caps/day |
| certifications | NSF Certified for Sport | NSF GMP, third-party tested |
Thorne Creatine also publishes: form
Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day also publishes: features
Who should buy which
Drug-tested athletes, and anyone who wants the most-researched performance supplement in an independently certified, single-ingredient form.
You are not drug-tested and already buy creatine monohydrate from a reputable brand, where the commodity version is biochemically equivalent for less.
Anyone wanting a clinically credible multivitamin without paying AG1 prices, or buyers with MTHFR mutations needing methylated forms.
You want a one-scoop daily greens powder (AG1), or you take individual supplements custom-tuned to your labs.
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Frequently asked
Which is better, the Thorne Creatine or the Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day?
They are closely matched on our scoring, so the right pick comes down to your priorities. The verdict and spec table above compare them on price, features, and who each one suits.
How much do they cost?
Thorne Creatine: $44. Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day: $29 to $39. Prices are verified against the manufacturer; check the live links for current pricing.
Who should buy which one?
Thorne Creatine: Drug-tested athletes, and anyone who wants the most-researched performance supplement in an independently certified, single-ingredient form. Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day: Anyone wanting a clinically credible multivitamin without paying AG1 prices, or buyers with MTHFR mutations needing methylated forms.