In this review
In this review
Half of men over age 40 experience erectile dysfunction (ED)1 - and the impact goes beyond the bedroom. It’s no surprise that ED sufferers often experience low confidence, low self-esteem, and relationship issues too.2
When our 54-year old TCD tester (we’ll call him RJ) looked for ED treatment, he found plenty of online options promising to be more effective than the typical Viagra or Cialis prescribed in your doctor’s office. But what actually works and why?
We tested and reviewed the four most popular online ED treatments - Rugiet Ready, Ro Sparks, Hims Hard Mints, and BlueChew Max Combo. And Dr. Robert Woodward (MD), a primary care physician who treats men’s ED, lends his expert medical opinion. We found one clear winner - read on to find out which!
What to Look For In ED Treatment
ED usually occurs due to a lack of blood flow to the penis, or when arousal signals from the brain aren’t firing properly. That’s why the best treatments work physically and promote mental arousal.
Drugs like sildenafil (Viagra) and tadalafil (Cialis) work by blocking an enzyme called PDE5; that helps blood vessels relax and increases blood flow to where it’s needed most. The result? “Stronger, longer-lasting erections,” says Dr. Woodward.
However, these traditional meds “do nothing for the desire to get hard: libido,” Dr. Woodward adds. Stress, anxiety, and confidence all play a role - and addressing just the physical side may not lead to an erection. That’s why the more effective ED treatments also boost arousal signals in the brain.
In short: look for an ED treatment that encourages blood flow, supports mental arousal, is easy to take, and works quickly. How do Rugiet Ready, Ro Sparks, Hims Hard Mints, and BlueChew Max Combo? Let’s find out.
ED Treatments Compared
Green = best in class
Formulation:
Rugiet Wins With Clinically Proven Ingredients for Physical and Mental Arousal
All four treatments we reviewed include sildenafil and tadalafil - both increase physical arousal, and combine for fast onset and extended duration. But Rugiet Ready is the only treatment that contains a medication clinically proven to amplify arousal signals in the brain: apomorphine. In a study of 5,000 men, apomorphine - a dopamine agonist - led to a 103% increase in erections compared to baseline without apomorphine.4 This dual mechanism is comprehensive, treating both the physical and mental aspects of ED.
“Rugiet boosts physical arousal and improves mental arousal, mood, and sensation,” says Dr. Woodward, while the other three “contain no ingredients that increase arousal or make sex more pleasurable.”
Note that Hims Hard Mints includes vitamin B12, marketed for “extra support.” However, clinical studies have found no correlation between B12 and improved erectile function.5
Rugiet’s inclusion of apomorphine makes it the only option that supports both body and brain.
Effectiveness:
Rugiet Wins with Speed & Duration
In an ED treatment, men need two things: speed to onset and staying power. Rugiet Ready and Ro Sparks are the quickest to kick in - in just 15 minutes. Hims Hard Mints take about 30-60 minutes, while BlueChew Max Combo also takes up to 60 minutes. All four options offer up to 36 hours of effectiveness once active.
What really sets Rugiet apart is how complete the experience feels. According to RJ, within 15 minutes, he felt “relaxed and ready,” which translated into “more confident and satisfying sex.”
Bottom line: Rugiet worked the fastest and felt the most effective overall.
Convenience & Side Effects:
It’s a Tie Between Rugiet Ready & Ro Sparks
You don’t want to be advertising an ED pill on a date or in the bedroom - discretion is important.
Rugiet Ready stands out as a discreet, convenient option. It’s a sublingual tablet that dissolves under the tongue in about 5 minutes and tastes (and smells) like a breath mint - easy to take without raising eyebrows.
Ro Sparks is also sublingual - but is quite bitter and takes closer to 10 minutes to dissolve. BlueChew and Hims Hard Mints are chewable tablets, and much easier to spot. Taste for both (berry for BlueChew, mint for Hims) were tolerable, but tasted clearly medicinal.
RJ experienced no side effects during testing. Sildenafil and tadalafil - present in all 4 - have very low rates of mild side effects (think flushing and indigestion).6,7 Apomorphine is also well-tolerated and has only mild side effects in a small percentage of users.8
Both Rugiet and Ro Sparks are sublingual and quick to dissolve, but Rugiet is our preference with its refreshing minty taste.
Price & Value:
It’s a Tie Between Rugiet Ready & Hims Hard Mints
Who wins for cost per dose and value?
Hims Hard Mints are the cheapest at $7.50 per dose, and Ro Sparks the priciest at $12. Rugiet Ready and BlueChew Max Combo both land around $10.
Considering Rugiet’s faster onset and more robust formula, we feel it’s the best value - especially for men who haven’t had success with standard treatments alone.
The Overall Winner: Rugiet Ready
Which erectile dysfunction medication is most effective? After testing all four options, we recommend the one that works in minutes, supports both physical blood flow and mental arousal, and comes in a discreet, minty tablet. And that’s Rugiet Ready.
Dr. Woodward, our expert in men’s health, agrees: “I recommend Rugiet Ready. It’s an effective ED treatment that supports both sexual arousal and performance.”
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