The 5 Strongest  Pre Workouts In 2025: Our Tested Reviews

Well here we are, another version of Hooligan, another #1 ranking here on Fitness Informant. If you weren’t aware, Hooligan V5 was #1 on this ranking guide for quite some time, and the only thing that was able to replace it was the V6. 

Hooligan is a very popular pre-workout. While many know that it has high Caffeine content, it also has an impressive profile in other areas. Starting off you get your standard pump and performance ingredients. These include Citrulline, Beta-Alanine, and Betaine Anhydrous. These are all dosed well, and are going to help with pumps, endurance, and power output. This is followed by a solid dose of Tyrosine at 2 grams. 

To add to the Nootropic aspect to Hooligan V6, you get some Lion’s Mane and 600mg of Alpha GPC. These are popular Nootropic ingredients that have been well-studied. Next up comes why this is really #1 on this list.

Hooligan V6 is #1 on this list because not only does it have great dosages of proven ingredients for pumps and focus, but you also get 500mg of Theobromine, and 450mg of Caffeine Anhydrous. The Caffeine is actually lower than the previous version, but 450mg is still high, and Theobromine is another xanthine, making it similar to Caffeine. At 500mg, you are definitely going to feel something, and to our knowledge this is the highest dose we have seen in a product. 

We may be getting ahead of ourselves, but we have to mention the other forms of Caffeine in here. You get 200mg of Di-Caffeine Malate, This is an extended release form of Caffeine, so that you get longer lasting energy and it may also stave off a crash. Since it is 75% Caffeine, you get an extra 150mg. You also get 100mg of Coffeeberry®, which gets you 70 extra mg of Caffeine, bringing the total up to 670mg!

Back to other additions… we have Grape Seed Extract, which contains antioxidants that may help expand blood vessels. You also get Rhodiola, which is an adaptogen that can help with mood, reduce stress, and cognition.

Finally you get some ElevATP® and AstraGin®. ElevATP can help with performance by aiding with ATP production. To keep it simple, it may help with cellular energy. AstraGin has been added to aid with the absorption of certain nutrients. 

Hooligan V6 has rightfully taken the top spot on this list, and we don’t see another brand coming anywhere close to it soon. While it is certainly not for beginners, we know every stim junkie will love this one. Well worth having around for days where you want to go all out… we just don’t recommend taking it every day.

Who Makes It?

Apollon Nutrition is a hardcore supplement line that isn't afraid to go places other brands haven't. Not only are they hardcore, they know how to make great products and care about providing clinical doses of ingredients. Certainly not a brand for beginners, however seasoned veterans and supplement nerds will certainly be impressed with what they do.

STIM Daddy is another loaded formula from the popular brand RYSE. This is a product under the Noel Deyzel Signature Series. The first product was their popular Godzilla pre workout, then towards the end of 2022 they launched their non-stim formula Pump Daddy, which makes several appearances on our ranking guides as well. 

STIM Daddy is a powerful pre-workout, and it is certainly going to be enough for many of you stim-junkies out there. The profile starts off with what many loaded pre-workouts start with, that high amount of Beta-Alanine at 6.4g. Following this you get 6g of Citrulline, which is enough to provide a pump. Another ingredient they have added is Betaine Anhydrous, which can help with power output and is at 4g… more than what is necessary to benefit from.

Of course we are all here for the “STIM” part of this formula. Well they have a combination of ingredients that are going to provide a powerful boost in energy and focus. You get 4g of Tyrosine, which is a popular nootropic ingredient that helps with dopamine production. You typically see this at 500mg-1,000mg, so at 4,000mg you are going to notice a difference. Following this you get 500mg of Citicholine, which is a high quality form of Choline and works quite quickly in our experience. Next you get 400mg of Caffeine, which is on the higher end, and definitely lets RYSE use the word “STIM” for this product. 

Another energy boosting ingredient is Dynamine, which helps with clean energy and we love this one during workouts. AstraGin has been added to the formula to aid with bioavailability, and is at the recommended 50mg. Finally STIM Daddy gives you Alpha-Yohimbine, which can give a strong energy boost and may even aid with fat loss. 

STIM Daddy certainly deserves a spot on this list, as it not only provides plenty of Caffeine and other ingredients to aid with energy/focus, but also great doses of ergogenic ingredients such as Beta-Alanine and Citrulline. 

If you are looking for something strong, this is certainly a Daddy you’ve been wanting in your life. 

Who Makes It?

RYSE Supplements is a booming brand due to their soft approach to bodybuilding building loyalty through culture. RYSE Supplements also does a great job of formulating products including pre-workouts, proteins and other products like pump formulas. RYSE Supplements also launched RYSE Fuel, the brand's energy drink which is getting the brand into more households. 

Hosstile Supps Hosstility Amped is Hosstile Supps' high-stim pre-workout. It's not enough to have just one pre-workout these days if you're a brand. You need multiple pre-workouts with different formulas for various people. Some want the high-stim, some want the non-stim, some want something in-between. Obviously this one makes this list due to it being a a high-stim loaded formula. 

The profile is broken down into 4 different blends. The first is the Pump+Performance blend that contains your typical ingredients such as Citrulline, Beta-Alanine, and Betaine Anhydrous all at solid doses. You also have the Extreme Focus Matrix , which contains Tyrosine at 2g, which is great for dopamine production, as well as 250mg of Cognizin, a high quality form of Choline. Another interesting addition is the Uridine Monophosphate, which helps with Choline production. 

Now of course we have to talk about the Extreme Energy+Anti-Crash Matrix, which provides you with everyone's favorite ingredients for energy... Caffeine. You get two forms of it in here. One being straight Caffeine Anhydrous at 350mg. You also get Infinergy, and extended release Caffeine at 136mg. This gives you an extra 100mg of Caffeine that doesn't hit you all at once. SO a total of 450mg of Caffeine! To help stave off a crash, you get 100mg of Theanine, which some like and some don't. It may help prevent jitters you may experience from the 2mg of Alpha Yohimbine! This is quite a strong blend, which is why it's on this list.

Finally you get the Absorption Matrix, which is a blend of AstraGin and BioPerine. These have been added to help with the absorption of the ingredients in here. 

Who Makes It?

Hosstile Supps is a brand we are happy to see back on our ranking guides. Before the pandemic, Hosstile was making some noise with their formulas. As many brands during the pandemic, they got a little quiet as the world was a bit different. Now they are officially back! Not only with Fouad, but with some really popular influencers. We expect to see them makes waves in the industry in the coming years!

HWMF is a potent pre-workout supplement from A&S, designed for those who crave intense, hard-hitting energy with a possible bonus of fat-burning effects. Despite its high-stim nature, it doesn’t neglect other critical performance aspects.

The profile kicks off with 6g of Citrulline, which enhances blood flow and delivers better muscle pumps. Next is 2.5g of Betaine Anhydrous, supporting power output and helping you push through tough workouts. Taurine is included to promote hydration and improve blood flow, ensuring sustained performance. Alpha GPC follows at 600mg, providing a high-quality form of choline, which is a precursor to acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter crucial for mental focus and cognitive function.

When it comes to energy, HWMF doesn’t hold back. It contains 325mg of Caffeine Anhydrous, delivering a fast-hitting jolt of energy that surpasses the average 300mg found in many pre-workouts. To sustain this energy, it also includes 75mg of ZumXR, an extended-release form of caffeine that keeps you powered throughout your workout. Additionally, 100mg of CognatiQ enhances brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels, contributing to cognitive health and focus.

For those looking for fat-loss support, HWMF has three heavy-hitting ingredients. Citrus Aurantium Extract provides synephrine, a mild beta-agonist often used in fat burners for its energy-boosting and fat-loss potential. The inclusion of both Alpha Yohimbine and Yohimbe ramps up energy and aids in fat loss. However, these potent stimulants may cause anxiety in some users, so starting with a lower dose is advisable.

Overall, HWMF is a powerful choice for those who want to skip Beta-Alanine and focus on pure, intense energy. Expect a serious boost in energy, noticeable sweating, and a transformation into a true HWMF. This pre-workout is not for the faint of heart but is ideal for anyone ready to take their training to the next level.

Who Makes It?

Axe & Sledge is a blue collar brand making supplements for the hardest workers. Axe & Sledge continues to gain popularity and growth through their formulas and culture that the brand is building. The poster child and founder Seth Feroce represents a lot of what is good about bodybuilding and fitness: grinding and doing the MFing work.