Avantera Elevate vs Thesis Clarity (2026): Dose-by-Dose Comparison
Last updated: October 2026 · By Tyler, cofounder of Avantera Health
The short answer: Avantera Elevate and Thesis Clarity are both two-capsule daily nootropics that list every dose on the label, and both contain citicoline, lion's mane and caffeine. Elevate also has 300 mg of bacopa, 300 mg of rhodiola and 200 mg of L-theanine, none of which are in Clarity. Clarity has Panax ginseng, 7,8-dihydroxyflavone and vitamin B6, which Elevate doesn't, and Thesis also sells it without caffeine. On each brand's standard subscription, Elevate costs about $1.78 a serving and Clarity about $3.16 (prices checked October 13, 2026).
Where this comparison comes from
We make Elevate, so this is one brand comparing itself to another. To keep it checkable, every figure below is a label fact or a listed price, and every Thesis figure links to the Thesis page it came from. Thesis sells several formulas. This page covers Clarity, the one Thesis describes as its formula for concentration and focus.
Thesis figures come from the Supplement Facts panel and buy box on takethesis.com/products/clarity, checked October 13, 2026. Elevate figures come from our Supplement Facts label and product page on the same date. Labels and prices change, and we update this page when either one does. Thesis and Clarity are trademarks of their owners, and Avantera Health is not affiliated with Thesis.
Avantera Elevate vs. Thesis Clarity: the labels side by side
| Per 2-capsule serving | Avantera Elevate | Thesis Clarity (checked Oct 13, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Servings per container | 28 | 25 |
| Caffeine | 95 mg, from green tea | 100 mg caffeine anhydrous; also sold without caffeine |
| Citicoline (CDP-choline) | 200 mg | 250 mg |
| Lion's mane | 50 mg of a 10:1 organic extract, derived from 500 mg of lion's mane, standardized to 30% polysaccharides | 500 mg fruiting-body extract (no extract ratio listed) |
| L-theanine | 200 mg | None |
| Bacopa monnieri | 300 mg leaf extract, standardized to 50% bacosides | None |
| Rhodiola rosea | 300 mg root extract, standardized to 3% salidrosides | None |
| Panax ginseng | None | 200 mg stem and leaf extract, standardized to at least 20% ginsenoside Re |
| 7,8-dihydroxyflavone | None | 30 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | None | 5 mg (as pyridoxal-5'-phosphate) |
| Turmeric, ginger, black pepper | Turmeric root extract 100 mg (95% curcuminoids), ginger root extract 30 mg, BioPerine black pepper extract 5 mg | None |
| Proprietary blend | No, every dose listed | No, every dose listed |
| Subscription price per serving | $1.78 ($49.95 for 28 servings) | $3.16 ($79 for 25 servings, after a $59 first order) |
| One-time purchase | Not offered (subscription only) | $129, about $5.16 per serving |
| Guarantee | 30-day money-back, first order | 30-day money-back |
How to read the dose differences
Three ingredients appear on both labels. Clarity lists more citicoline (250 mg vs. 200 mg) and a little more caffeine (100 mg vs. 95 mg). The third, lion's mane, is listed in forms that can't be lined up (more on that below).
Elevate's label adds three ingredients Clarity doesn't have: bacopa (300 mg, standardized to 50% bacosides), rhodiola (300 mg, standardized to 3% salidrosides) and L-theanine (200 mg). Clarity adds three Elevate doesn't have: Panax ginseng, 7,8-dihydroxyflavone and vitamin B6.
A bigger number doesn't make a product more effective. No study has tested these two formulas against each other. Use the table to see what's in each bottle. It can't tell you which one will suit you.
Lion's mane is the row that gets misread. Elevate's label shows 50 mg. That's the weight of a 10:1 extract made from 500 mg of lion's mane, standardized to 30% polysaccharides. Clarity's label shows 500 mg of lion's mane fruiting-body extract, with no extract ratio and no standardization. Without a ratio, the two figures can't be compared directly, so this page doesn't rank one above the other.
Elevate's label also lists turmeric, ginger and black pepper extract. We include turmeric and ginger for digestive support and black pepper extract to help absorption. They aren't focus ingredients, and they aren't a reason to choose Elevate for focus.
Caffeine: both have it, and Clarity also comes without
Standard Clarity has 100 mg of caffeine anhydrous per two-capsule serving, and Thesis sells a version without caffeine. Elevate has caffeine in every serving: 95 mg from green tea, which our product page puts at roughly one standard cup of coffee.
Elevate includes 95 mg of natural caffeine paired with 200 mg of L-theanine, so it is built for felt daytime energy as well as focus. Clarity's label doesn't list L-theanine. If caffeine doesn't agree with you, our product page suggests starting Elevate with one capsule.
Where Thesis Clarity is the better fit
- You want a caffeine-free formula. Thesis sells Clarity without caffeine. Every Elevate serving has 95 mg.
- You want Panax ginseng, 7,8-dihydroxyflavone or vitamin B6. Elevate has none of them.
- You want more citicoline: Clarity lists 250 mg, Elevate 200 mg.
Where Elevate may fit better
Avantera Elevate lists all nine ingredients and every dose on the label, with no proprietary blends, and every batch is third-party tested. We post the certificates of analysis on our quality page.
- You want bacopa, rhodiola and L-theanine in the same two capsules as your citicoline and caffeine.
- You want caffeine paired with L-theanine in your morning nootropic.
- Price per serving matters to you. On each brand's standard subscription, Elevate is $1.78 and Clarity is $3.16.
Price per serving (checked October 13, 2026)
- Avantera Elevate: On subscription, Elevate costs $49.95 for a 28-day supply, about $1.78 a day, with a 30-day money-back guarantee on your first order and the option to pause or cancel anytime. A bottle holds 56 capsules (28 servings). Elevate is sold by subscription only.
- Thesis Clarity: On the 1-month plan, $79 a month for 25 servings, shipped every 25 days, about $3.16 per serving, after a first order of $59. The 2-month and 3-month plans list $74 and $69 a month. A one-time box is $129, about $5.16 per serving. 30-day money-back guarantee.
Per-serving figures use each brand's recurring price, not first-order discounts, which change often.
Read customer ratings and reviews of Elevate on our Avantera Elevate reviews page. The full label is on the Elevate product page, and we compare Elevate with Mind Lab Pro, Nutrops and Alpha Brain the same way.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Frequently asked questions
Is Avantera Elevate better than Thesis Clarity?
Neither is better for everyone. Both list every dose and both contain citicoline, lion's mane and caffeine. Elevate adds bacopa, rhodiola and L-theanine. Clarity adds Panax ginseng, 7,8-dihydroxyflavone and vitamin B6, lists more citicoline, and comes in a caffeine-free version. Choose by which ingredients you want and whether you want caffeine.
Does Thesis Clarity have caffeine?
Standard Clarity has 100 mg of caffeine anhydrous per two-capsule serving, and Thesis also sells Clarity without caffeine. Avantera Elevate has 95 mg of natural caffeine from green tea per two-capsule serving, paired with 200 mg of L-theanine.
What ingredients do Elevate and Thesis Clarity share?
Citicoline (200 mg in Elevate, 250 mg in Clarity), lion's mane (in different forms) and caffeine (95 mg in Elevate, 100 mg in standard Clarity). Only Elevate has bacopa, rhodiola, L-theanine, turmeric, ginger and black pepper extract. Only Clarity has Panax ginseng, 7,8-dihydroxyflavone and vitamin B6.
How much do Elevate and Thesis Clarity cost?
As listed on October 13, 2026, Elevate is $49.95 every 4 weeks for 28 servings, about $1.78 per serving, by subscription only. Thesis Clarity is $79 a month for 25 servings on its 1-month plan, about $3.16 per serving, after a $59 first order, or $129 for a one-time box. Both offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, and Elevate's covers your first order.
Can women over 40 take Avantera Elevate?
Elevate isn't made for one age group or gender. Each serving contains 95 mg of caffeine. If you are pregnant or nursing, take any medication or have a medical condition, check with your clinician before starting Elevate or any supplement.