Head-to-head comparison of two Slovak pre-workout supplements. Formulas, dosing, cognitive benefits, and price per serving compared.
€38.90-42.99 for a premium nootropic blend with 8 active ingredients including Rhodiola Rosea, Ginseng, and Lion's Mane
€29.99 for a standard energy blend without cognitive support ingredients
Citrulline 5g, creatine 2.5g, betaine 2.5g, caffeine 160mg, Lion's Mane 250mg, Rhodiola Rosea 250mg, Ginseng 350mg, L-Theanine 400mg (V2). Full label transparency.
Citrulline 3g, caffeine 200mg, beta-alanine. Traditional pre-workout formula without nootropics.
Balanced energy with a stronger focus angle and a steadier training feel.
Strong initial energy boost. Beta-alanine tingling. Energy drops after 2-3 hours.
Direct from Slovak brand. Shipping €4.99 via Packeta or Slovak Post. Same-day dispatch.
Available in GymBeam stores and e-shop. Standard 2-3 day delivery.
Transparent dosing of the key ingredients with no proprietary blends.
Standard mainstream dosing with a simpler overall formula.
Aftershock wins on formulation depth. GymBeam Thor is a solid mainstream pre-workout, but Aftershock adds a nootropic layer (Lion's Mane, Rhodiola Rosea, Ginseng, L-Theanine in V2) that Thor lacks entirely. If you train for physical performance only, Thor works fine. If you want focus and cognition alongside pump, Aftershock is the better pick.
The Aftershock vs GymBeam Thor comparison comes down to what you want from a pre-workout. Thor follows the classic caffeine-and-beta-alanine route. Aftershock combines pump and performance ingredients with a broader focus-oriented formula. Both are Slovak brands with fast local delivery. The price difference mainly reflects the wider ingredient profile in Aftershock.
Aftershock is ideal for those seeking not just physical performance, but mental clarity and focus. Its unique nootropic blend makes it perfect for athletes, students, professionals, and anyone who needs maximum mental and physical performance.