1st Phorm Project-1
An influencer-affiliate product absent from every independent testing roundup consulted, with a proprietary blend hiding part of the formula. Kaged Pre-Kaged is the honest version of this purchase.
Consolidated from 14 cited sources across 12 outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 13 positive sources
- 1 unconvinced source
2 of 3 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.
Absent from every independent testing roundup consulted, with a market presence built on a sponsored-athlete army rather than expert placement, and part of its formula hidden behind a proprietary blend. Kaged Pre-Kaged is the honest version of this purchase, disclosing everything and actually appearing in testing outlets' rankings.
Flagged 16 September 2026
Pros & cons
- ✓ Marketed as a comprehensive energy, focus and performance pre-workout
- ✓ Reported smooth, sustained high-stim energy without the crash
- ✓ Named best pre-workout for muscle building by Garage Gym Reviews
- ✓ Very affordable compared to the average pre-workout
- ✗ Appears in none of the major independent expert testing roundups
- ✗ Hides part of its formula behind a proprietary blend
- ✗ Market presence built on a sponsored-athlete army rather than independent testing
- ✗ Mid-tier 200 milligram caffeine formula at a flagship price
- ✗ Absent from independent expert roundups; coverage is brand and influencer content
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.
Evidence 2 articles, 7 video reviews and 5 community sources
13 positive sources
Project-1 comes in Rocket Pop, Berry Lemonade, Candy Burst, and Grape, with Berry Lemonade called a 10/10. 1st Phorm Energy Drinks like Blue Raz and Grape Smash score high on taste at 10/10, though energy is rated around 7/10. Rush flavors like Piña Colada and Grape are also noted as actually tasting good instead of being forced down.View post S Spartansuppz .com Spartansuppz .com · 3K subscribers · Nov 2019
1st Phorm Project 1 is a clinically dosed pre-workout packed with a host of comprehensive proven ingredients.Watch F Facebook doug.frost.940
If you like to push your endurance and get your body moving and are looking for a bit of an edge, I highly recommend giving Project-1 Pro from 1st Phorm a try. DM me “Project” for a link.View post T Tristan Sampson Tristan Sampson · 1.1K subscribers · Mar 2023
I am by no means an expert, this is just a personal review and my opinion on the product.Watch G
Garage Gym Reviews Dr. Krissy Kendall, PhD · reviewer · Sept 2025 With transparent labeling and research-supported doses, this formula earns 5 out of 5 stars for its formulation.Read G Gavin Turner Gavin Turner · 445 subscribers · Mar 2019
It was the most amazing stack I have ever taken and it truly showed in the workout.Watch S
Supplement Giant Ryan Ragsdale · reviewer · Dec 2025 Every product tastes incredible and they have a steady supply of seasonal flavors to keep things fresh.Read G Guillermo Rivera Guillermo Rivera · 290 subscribers · Sept 2023
Project 1 by @1stphorm is hands down my favorite pre workout mainly because of how focused it helps me feel as well as how long it lasts. plus I get a mean pump from it as well.Watch I Instagram Instagram post
Both are great just depends on what best suits your wants and needs!View post L LOUIE GEE FIT LOUIE GEE FIT · 203 subscribers · Jul 2018
Take your performance to a whole new level with Project-1! Each serving of Project-1 delivers a precise blend of clinically proven ingredients, at the proper doses to help you power through your training like never before.Watch I Instagram Instagram post
@1stphorm Project-1 Pro is legit!View post T Team Miggy Fitness Team Miggy Fitness · 4 subscribers · Jan 2022
We recommend and work with good quality products such as 1st Phorm.Watch F Fit and Fuel Fit and Fuel · 2 subscribers · Aug 2020
I love to workout at a high intensity and this takes my energy, strength, performance and focus to THE NEXT LEVEL. It also contains amino acids to balance hydration in the muscles. I take this 15 minutes before I workout and then I GET AFTER IT!Watch
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #15 of 17 on our pre-workouts tier list, in F tier. That placement draws on 14 cited sources across 12 outlets.
1 of the 14 sources with a clear view is critical of it: r/fitpregnancy. Appears in none of the major independent expert testing roundups. Hides part of its formula behind a proprietary blend. Market presence built on a sponsored-athlete army rather than independent testing. Mid-tier 200 milligram caffeine formula at a flagship price. Absent from independent expert roundups; coverage is brand and influencer content.
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