Every ingredient disclosed. Nothing hidden in a blend.
Nugenix Total-T is one of the most recognized names on the men's-health shelf. Here's a straight, sourced comparison against Proco Alpha Energy Capsules — full dosing, full pricing, and what's actually behind the marketing.
The decision
| Proco Alpha Energy | Nugenix Total-T | |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredients disclosed | 9 of 9, every dose on the label | Most individually dosed; remainder hidden in an undisclosed "Tesnor®" 400mg blend |
| Price | $99/bottle, 30-day supply | $64.99–$69.99/bottle, 30-day supply |
| Subscription | 25% off, cancel anytime | Auto-ship converts from a "free trial" if not cancelled within 18 days |
| Guarantee | 90 days, no forms, no hassle | 30–90 days depending on order type; requires calling for an RMA number |
| Third-party testing | Every batch COA-tested | No public COA or third-party testing claim found |
What's in each bottle
On zinc, a foundational mineral for testosterone support, Alpha Energy includes a meaningful 30 mg. Nugenix's individually-dosed label lists 1 mg — well under the standard adult intake most men need day to day.
| Ingredient | Proco Alpha Energy | Nugenix Total-T |
|---|---|---|
| Zinc | 30 mg | 1 mg |
| Magnesium | 200 mg | — |
| Boron | — | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 / B12 | — | 2 mg / ~2.4 mcg |
| Tongkat Ali (Longjack) | 50 mg | 100 mg |
| Tribulus Terrestris | 750 mg | — |
| Horny Goat Weed | 50 mg | — |
| Saw Palmetto | 50 mg | — |
| Hawthorn Berries | 50 mg | — |
| Cissus Quadrangularis | 50 mg | — |
| Chrysin | 75 mg | — |
| L-Citrulline malate | — | 1,125 mg |
| Eurycoma longifolia (root) | — | 100 mg |
| Tesnor® blend (pomegranate + cocoa) | — | 400 mg (undisclosed split) |
| elevATP® blend | — | 150 mg |
Nugenix figures are drawn from publicly listed retailer and ingredient breakdowns as of 2026 — always check the current label on the bottle you buy.
Fact check
Nugenix markets Total-T as helping "optimize free and total testosterone levels" in 6–12 weeks "alongside resistance training" — a claim tied to their proprietary Tesnor® ingredient rather than the finished product as a whole. We don't claim Alpha Energy "optimizes" testosterone levels; we say it's dosed to support normal function, in line with what the individual ingredient research actually shows.
Safety & regulatory
We didn't find a confirmed FTC action or lawsuit specific to Nugenix in our research — worth being fair about. What we did find: the Better Business Bureau lists over 150 complaints against Nugenix's manufacturer (Direct Digital LLC) in a three-year window, most centered on unwanted or hard-to-cancel auto-ship charges, and consumer-advocacy group Truth in Advertising has separately flagged the free-trial-to-subscription conversion pattern as a deceptive-offer red flag.
The money table
| Proco Alpha Energy | Nugenix Total-T | |
|---|---|---|
| Per bottle (30 days) | $99 (or $74.25 subscribed) | $64.99–$69.99 |
| Per day | ~$3.30 ($2.48 subscribed) | ~$2.17–$2.33 |
| Annual (subscribed) | ~$891 | ~$791–$851 |
Nugenix is cheaper per bottle. What that price doesn't include is visibility into the full Tesnor® blend dosing, or — based on public complaint records — the ease of getting off auto-ship if you don't want to continue.
Who it's for
Alpha Energy makes sense if: you want to know exactly what you're taking and at what dose, you're comfortable paying a bit more for that, and you want a subscription you can cancel without a phone call.
Nugenix might appeal if: price per bottle is your primary driver and you're comfortable with a partially-disclosed formula — just read the auto-ship terms carefully before you check out.
The verdict
Nugenix wins on shelf price. Alpha Energy wins on knowing exactly what's in the bottle, at what dose, tested by a third party, with a subscription you can actually walk away from. Both are over-the-counter supplements, not prescription treatments, and neither is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Full ingredient detail is on our evidence page.
FAQ
Is Nugenix's Tesnor® blend a bad ingredient?
We don't know — and neither do you, because the individual pomegranate and cocoa bean doses aren't disclosed. That's the point.
Is Nugenix's auto-ship a scam?
We're not calling it that — but public complaint records show real friction getting off it, so read the terms before you click "start trial."
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This article is general product information, not medical advice, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Talk to your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take prescription medication or have a medical condition.