If you're curious about hydrogen water, you'll quickly run into the question of price. Consumer sites call ready-to-drink hydrogen water "expensive", manufacturers talk about an "investment", and in between there's rarely a calculation you can actually follow. This article provides one. It works with the prices currently listed in the AWAKE shop, shows every calculation step, and gives an honest assessment of who it may be worth it for and who it probably isn't.
Hydrogen Water Price: What Does H₂ Water Cost per Day?
Hydrogen water price check: cost per can, day and litre worked out, subscription terms compared, and when it may be worth it for you (and when not).
Published on October 31, 2026
Short answer: What does hydrogen water cost?
For ready-to-drink hydrogen water, the AOK puts the average at around three euros per litre, according to a Utopia guide (as of November 2024). AWAKE is priced higher: one can (250 ml) costs between €2.39 and €2.99 depending on the subscription term, which works out to €9.56 to €11.96 per litre. One can a day therefore costs between €71.70 and €89.70 a month. On top of that there is a €0.25 deposit per can, which you get back when you return it, and shipping costs on the first order.
The gap to the 3-euro average is clear, and it shouldn't be played down. Whether the can is worth it depends on what you expect from it. More on that below.
What AWAKE currently costs
The following figures come from the product pages (can, glass bottle, squeeze pouch) and the shipping page. All prices are gross prices including 19% VAT, with shipping within Germany. Prices can change; what counts is always what appears at checkout.
Can, 30 × 250 ml per delivery
- 1-month package: €89.70 per month, cancellable monthly
- 3-month package: €80.69 per month, 3-month minimum term
- 6-month package: €71.70 per month, 6-month minimum term
Glass bottle, 24 bottles every 24 days
- Flex package: €76.80 per delivery, no minimum term
- Smart package: €69.60 per delivery, minimum term of 3 deliveries
- Value package: €62.40 per delivery, minimum term of 6 deliveries
Squeeze pouch, 12 × 400 ml: a one-time trial pack for €34.99 (crossed-out price €49.99), only for the first order according to the page.
A deposit of €0.08 applies to the bottles and €0.25 to the cans. The bottle size isn't stated in the text of the product page, so I don't calculate a price per litre for the glass bottle. If you want to know it, check the packaging or ask support.
Worked example: One can a day
The calculation is simple; it only needs division and multiplication.
Price per can. The package contains 30 cans.
- 1 month: €89.70 ÷ 30 = €2.99 per can
- 3 months: €80.69 ÷ 30 = €2.69 per can
- 6 months: €71.70 ÷ 30 = €2.39 per can
This matches the figures on the page.
Price per litre. A can holds 250 ml, so 4 cans make one litre.
- 1 month: €2.99 × 4 = €11.96 per litre
- 3 months: €2.69 × 4 = €10.76 per litre
- 6 months: €2.39 × 4 = €9.56 per litre
Price per year. If you drink one can a day, one delivery of 30 cans lasts a month. Twelve deliveries come to:
- 1 month: €89.70 × 12 = €1,076.40
- 3 months: €80.69 × 12 = €968.28
- 6 months: €71.70 × 12 = €860.40
Compared with the monthly cancellable package, the longest term saves €18.00 per month (€89.70 − €71.70), so €108.00 over six months. This matches the "Saved more than €108" note on the product page. With the 3-month package it is €9.01 per month, or roughly €27 over three months.
Deposit and shipping. The deposit of €0.25 per can is a pass-through item: for 30 cans that is €7.50 (30 × €0.25), which you get back when you hand the cans in at a deposit return point. According to the returns page, you can do this at the supermarket or by sending them back. Shipping within Germany costs €4.88. For recurring subscription deliveries, the shipping page currently shows €0.00, but notes that the exact calculation depends on the cart and the country of delivery. Don't rely on my summary; check the amount at checkout.
As a rule of thumb: if you drink one can a day, you pay between €2.39 and €2.99 per day, depending on the package.
Cost comparison: Ready-to-drink, tablets, generator
Comparing with other options is harder because the products can't be compared one to one. Depending on the device and preparation, tablets and generators deliver different amounts of dissolved hydrogen, and the concentration is hard to check at home. A pure price comparison therefore says little about the amount. It does show the cost structure, though.
| Ready-to-drink (can, bottle, pouch) | Tablets | Generator bottle | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting started | No device needed | No device needed | Purchase required |
| Ongoing costs | Per serving | Per tablet | Electricity, filters, spare parts if needed |
| Effort | Open and drink | Dissolve, wait | Charge, clean |
| Price per day | €2.39 to €2.99 (AWAKE can, see above) | Prices vary widely, not surveyed | One-time cost, spread over the period of use |
| Concentration measurable | Manufacturer's statement, test report if available | Hard to check at home | Hard to check at home |
I deliberately don't name specific prices for tablets and devices here, because I don't have a reliable, current source for them. According to our research, example offers for generators range from just under €25 to well over €400. If you want to do the math, divide the purchase price by the realistic number of days you'll use it, add consumables and electricity, and then compare. You'll find more on doing it yourself in our comparison with hydrogen tablets and in the comparison with boosters.
When a subscription is worth it, and when it isn't
A subscription saves money, but only if you stick with it. The minimum term of three or six months ties you in: with the 6-month can package that is 6 × €71.70 = €430.20, with the 3-month package 3 × €80.69 = €242.07. If you notice after two weeks that the lemon-lime flavour or the daily routine doesn't suit you, that's annoying.
A subscription can make sense if you
- have already tried hydrogen water and it fits into your routine,
- are looking for a ready-to-drink, sugar-free beverage every day anyway,
- and can comfortably afford the price over several months.
The trial pack with twelve squeeze pouches (€34.99) is better suited for trying it out. You get 4.8 litres, which works out to €34.99 ÷ 12 = €2.92 per pouch. With shipping (€34.99 + €4.88 = €39.87) it is about €3.32 per pouch. Per litre that would be €34.99 ÷ 4.8 l ≈ €7.29 without shipping. According to the page, the trial price only applies to the first order; the crossed-out price of €49.99 would correspond to about €10.42 per litre.
And then there is the honest counter-question: how much benefit can you expect? The research on hydrogen water is limited. There are small studies, some with indications of effects, but no evidence that guarantees a particular benefit in everyday life. That is also why consumer sites remain cautious. If you expect a reliable effect for a health problem, you're better off spending the money on medical advice. You'll find more on this on our studies page and in the article Is hydrogen water healthy?.
Hidden costs: Shipping, deposit, returns
They aren't always shown prominently on the price list, but they do count in everyday use.
- Shipping: €4.88 in Germany, €9.56 to Austria, €19.99 to Switzerland (shipping page as of 21.10.2026). For follow-up subscription deliveries it currently says €0.00 there; please check at checkout.
- Deposit: €0.25 per can and €0.08 per bottle. For deliveries abroad, the shipping page states that the deposit refund does not apply, because the German deposit system doesn't apply there. For customers in Austria or Switzerland this is a real cost item: 30 cans × €0.25 = €7.50 per delivery.
- Returns: The 14-day right of withdrawal applies. According to the returns page, opened beverages are excluded, and you bear the return shipping costs yourself. So if you want to test it, don't open several cans right away and then decide.
- If you make it yourself: Electricity, filters, cleaning and the time you invest.
Value for money: What you get for the price
Are you mainly paying for the water when you buy hydrogen water? No, tap water costs a fraction of the price. You pay for dissolved gas, which is volatile, and for the technology that keeps it in the drink: pressure-resistant, diffusion-tight packaging, filling, lab testing, logistics. On the product pages, AWAKE states an H₂ content of "up to 11 ppm" and says every batch is lab-tested.
A note on transparency: statements like "up to" are manufacturer claims. The measurement method and the values at filling and at the end of shelf life are not explained in the text of the product pages. If concentration matters to you, ask for test reports; that applies to any provider. What else you get for the price is convenience: no device, no waiting, no preparation. Whether that is worth €9.56 to €11.96 per litre to you is something no guide can decide for you.
Frequently asked questions
How much does hydrogen water cost per litre? According to the AOK figure from the Utopia guide, around €3 on average. AWAKE's can comes to €9.56 to €11.96 per litre, depending on the subscription term (calculation above).
How much does one can per day cost? Between €2.39 (6-month package) and €2.99 (cancellable monthly), plus the €0.25 deposit, which you get back.
Can I cancel the subscription? The 1-month can package is cancellable monthly; the longer packages have a minimum term of 3 or 6 months. The cancellation terms are in the FAQ and in your customer account.
Is hydrogen water worth it? That depends on your expectations and your budget. The research is limited, and a reliable benefit can't be promised. Start small before you commit long term.
Are there cheaper options? Tablets and generators can look cheaper to buy, but they deliver different amounts of dissolved hydrogen that are hard to verify at home.
This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. It contains no promises of healing.
Further reading: AWAKE compared with alternatives, Shipping costs by country, Returns and withdrawal