How does AG1 compare to The Daily Shake
in South Africa?
Great question. AG1 (formerly Athletic Greens) is a decent product. But in South Africa it costs R4,499 a month. And it doesn’t have collagen. Or creatine. Or 8 amino acids. Or five digestive enzymes. But apart from that — totally comparable.
AG1 South Africa
R4,499
per month
The Daily Shake
R799
first month · R999/month after
Four things to know before
you spend R4,499
We obviously have a horse in this race. But these are facts, not feelings.
The AG1 South Africa price per month for a 30-serving pouch. That’s R150 per serving. For a supplement.
Zero collagen & zero creatine in AG1. Skin, joints, muscle recovery — you’d need a separate supplement on top of R4,499.
AG1 has one digestive enzyme — bromelain. The Daily Shake has five different ones, covering every food type.
The Daily Shake covers everything AG1 covers — plus collagen, creatine, 8 amino acids, and 4 more enzymes. For R799 your first month.
What South Africans who researched AG1 are saying
“I have been researching AG1, but it’s totally unaffordable for us in ZA. Congratulations on creating an equivalent and maybe even superior product at a reasonable cost locally. It’s very much appreciated.”
— Marie-Ora D. ★★★★★ Verified buyer
Where AG1 falls short
in South Africa
We’re not saying AG1 is bad. We’re saying it’s incomplete. Here’s what you’re not getting — and why it matters.
R4,499 a month.
That’s not a typo.
AG1 retails in South Africa at around R4,499 per month for a single 30-serving pouch. That’s R150 per serving. Per day. Every day. For a supplement you’d be taking alongside your normal food.
It’s not available directly from AG1 in South Africa — you’d be buying it through a local importer at whatever margin they’ve decided is fair. Stock isn’t always guaranteed either. At that price, both things feel like they should be sorted out.
AG1 tastes like
a lawnmower bag.
Don’t take our word for it. AG1’s own customer reviews use words like “grassy,” “chalky,” “earthy,” and “difficult to get down.” It’s a supplement you learn to tolerate rather than one you look forward to.
This matters more than people think. Consistency is what makes supplements work. A product you dread taking every morning is a product you’ll eventually stop taking. At R4,499 a month, that’s an expensive habit to quit.
No collagen.
No amino acids.
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. It’s what holds your skin firm, your joints moving, your gut lining intact, and your hair and nails growing. After 25, your body produces less of it every year. AG1 has none.
AG1 also has no added amino acids. The Daily Shake has 8 — L-Glutamine, L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, L-Theanine, L-Tyrosine, L-Lysine, L-Phenylalanine and Taurine. Each one chosen for an anti-ageing, anti-inflammatory profile. To buy them separately would cost around R1,600 a month on top of whatever you’re already spending.
AG1 has one enzyme.
We have five.
Digestive enzymes are how your body breaks food into usable nutrients. Without them working properly, even excellent supplements pass through without doing much. AG1 contains one digestive enzyme — bromelain, which primarily helps with protein digestion.
The Daily Shake uses the Digezyme® blend — five enzymes covering proteins, carbohydrates, fats, dietary fibre, and lactose. If you eat a varied diet (and most people do), one enzyme isn’t covering the bases.
No creatine.
Different mushrooms.
Creatine is one of the most thoroughly researched supplements on the planet. Not just for gym-goers — creatine supports brain function, reduces mental fatigue, and helps with muscle recovery. AG1 doesn’t include it. The Daily Shake does. That’s one less product you need to buy and remember to take.
On mushrooms — both products include them, but the choices differ. AG1 uses Reishi and Shiitake (immunity and general wellness). The Daily Shake uses Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps — Lion’s Mane for cognitive function and mental clarity, Cordyceps for sustained energy and reduced fatigue. If you’re tired and foggy, the choice matters.
Try The Daily Shake for R799
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The Daily Shake (1 month supply)
R1,199save R200 - R200 welcome discount applied at cart included
- Free Electrolyte Powder worth R229
- Free delivery (always on subscription) worth R209
- Skip, pause or cancel anytime ✓
That’s 51% off your first month. Renews at R999/month. No lock-in, no questions, cancel whenever you like.
60-day money-back guarantee · Pause or cancel anytime · Ships in 24hrs
200 million capsules.
Then one shake.
I’ve been making supplements since the year 2000. I’ve made over 200 million capsules. I’ve run 3 different health companies. And people loved the products — it changed lives.
But I keep coming to the same problem: popping pills is so weird. At some point, people decided food was only for taste, and nutrition came in a pill — like we all live in Star Trek.
I discovered AG1. But the price, the small amount of nutrients, and that flavour was a problem. So I used my experience to formulate The Daily Shake. More nutrients, more flavour, more ease. Because, sometimes, more is more.
Matthew Kent
Founder, Great Shakes · Making supplements since 2000
AG1 vs The Daily Shake
Feature by feature
Both are serious supplements. Here’s exactly what you get — and what you don’t.
| Feature | AG1 (Athletic Greens) | ✓ The Daily Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Price in South Africa | R4,499 /month | R799 first month · R999/month after |
| Taste | ✕ Grassy / chalky | ✓ Chocolate (organic cocoa) |
| Collagen | ✕ | ✓ Included |
| Amino Acids | ✕ | ✓ 8 amino acids |
| Creatine | ✕ | ✓ Included |
| Digestive Enzymes | ✓ 1 type | ✓ 5 types — Digezyme® blend |
| Medicinal Mushrooms | Reishi + Shiitake | ✓ Lion’s Mane + Cordyceps |
| Probiotics | ✓ Included | ✓ Lactospore® probiotics |
| Prebiotics | ✓ Included | ✓ Inulin prebiotic fibre |
| Vitamins & Minerals | ✓ Comprehensive | ✓ Comprehensive |
| Adaptogens + Antioxidants | ✓ Green tea, grape seed | ✓ Green tea, grape seed + milk thistle |
| Available in South Africa | ⚠ Via importers, limited stock | ✓ Always in stock. Ships from SA. |
| Money Back Guarantee | ✕ No SA guarantee | ✓ 60-day money back |
| Monthly cost | R4,499 | R799* |
*Subscriber welcome price, first month. Renews at R999/month. Buying all 34 ingredients separately costs R7,200+/month.
“It tastes great for such a healthy shake! I can already see a difference in my energy. I slept great the first night after taking it. It’s got everything I need so I don’t have to buy countless bottles of individual supplements anymore.”
“This shake has changed my life. No more afternoon slumps. I no longer feel bloated daily. It’s somehow relieved my water retention too. My nails and skin look great.”
“Such a tasty treat and it has made such a difference in my energy levels and I am sleeping much better!”
“I have never experienced a product like this. I feel so much better. I feel like we can keep up with the pace of life now.”
What you get today
We don’t run sales. This is a one-time price for new subscribers only. It’s the lowest this product will ever be.
- The Daily Shake (Subscriber price) save R200
- R200 Welcome discount save R200
- Free Electrolyte Powder worth R229
- Free delivery (always on subscription) worth R209
- Skip, pause or cancel anytime ✓
🛡️ 60-day money-back guarantee. If it’s not working for you, we’ll refund you in full. No forms, no fuss.
Renews at R999/month · Cancel whenever.
* Value based on: The Daily Shake (R1,199) + Electrolyte Powder (R229) + Delivery (R209) = R1,637 total. You pay R799.
R4,499 or R799.
You choose.
The Daily Shake has everything AG1 has — plus collagen, creatine, 8 amino acids, 5 digestive enzymes, and a 60-day money back guarantee. And it tastes like chocolate.
Just R26 a day · 51% off · Ships from South Africa🛡️ Not sure yet? You have 60 days to decide. If it’s not for you, we’ll refund you in full — no forms, no fuss.
Renews at R999/month with free shipping. Skip or cancel anytime. Value: R1,637 for R799.