Bone Builder Forte

Bone Builder Forte

Metagenics4.8 (94 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 90 Capsule(s) · 45 servings
$39.95 $0.88 per serving
Pure FormulasLowest$39.95iHerb$41.95

Product analysis

68 out of 100

Bone Builder Forte combines calcium and phosphorus in well-supported forms alongside vitamin D. The calcium contribution is relatively costly, which may matter when comparing mineral supplements.

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Nutrient Quality80

Calcium and phosphorus use well-supported forms, giving the mineral sources a clear quality advantage. Vitamin D3 is identified, although its relative quality cannot be compared fully here.

Ingredient Transparency100

Amounts and forms are disclosed for the listed nutrients. Differing calcium declarations should not be added together as one confirmed total.

Value For Money37

The calcium contribution is relatively costly, while the phosphorus comparison is more moderate. Vitamin D value cannot be judged confidently, so the formula has no clear value advantage.

Customer Satisfaction73

Customer ratings are very favorable, but the review base is small. That gives a limited view of satisfaction across different buyers.

Product Focus40

The formula stays concentrated on calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D. A specific health outcome cannot be judged confidently from the available information.

Format
Capsule
Container
90 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.88
Customer rating
4.8 · 94 ratings
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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)
 50 mcg
Calcium (Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate)
 420 mg 78
Phosphorus (Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate)
 160 mg 90
Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate
1.9 Gram(s) 78
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
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Phosphorus (Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate) · 160 mg OverallScore90
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
The serving provides 160 mg of phosphorus at a moderate cost per serving. It uses calcium hydroxyapatite.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

It uses calcium hydroxyapatite.
Phosphorus Form Quality
It uses calcium hydroxyapatite.
Form Disclosure Clarity
It uses calcium hydroxyapatite.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The phosphorus amount is stated as 160 mg per serving.
Dose Adequacy and Safety
The serving provides 160 mg of phosphorus.
Elemental Dose Transparency
The phosphorus amount is stated.

Value50

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is moderate.
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Calcium (Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate) · 420 mg OverallScore78
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A serving provides 420 mg calcium at a high cost per serving. It uses Calcium Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite. A flow agent is listed.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The label states the calcium amount and names Calcium Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite as the source.
Calcium Form & Absorption Potential
Calcium comes from Calcium Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite.
Elemental Calcium Transparency
The label states 420 mg calcium per serving.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency84

Each serving provides 420 mg calcium. The ingredients include a flow agent.
Absorption-Optimized Serving Dose
Each serving provides 420 mg calcium.
Formulation Purity & Additives
The ingredients include a flow agent.

Value20

The cost per serving is high.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is high.
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76 Performance

Bone Builder Forte

Metagenics
Compared with 50 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 420 mg of Calcium as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate and 160 mg of Phosphorus as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate, the alternative provides 2000 IU of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 428 mg of Calcium as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate and 168 mg of Phosphorus as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate, and the supplied analysis indicates stronger alignment with Calcium, Phosphorus. Its formula is costly and aggregate satisfaction rests on a small sample, but the mineral source and restrained ingredient list are credible.
87 Performance

Boneology Superior Calcium Form 167 mg

Swanson Premium Brand
Compared with 50 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 420 mg of Calcium as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate and 160 mg of Phosphorus as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate, the alternative provides 167 mg of Calcium as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite and 83 mg of Phosphorus as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite, and the supplied analysis indicates stronger alignment with Phosphorus. A high-quality bone-mineral source and very low routine cost provide strong value.
84 Performance

Calcium Citrate +D3 Petites

21st Century
Compared with 50 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 420 mg of Calcium as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate and 160 mg of Phosphorus as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate, the alternative provides 12.5 mcg of Vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol and 400 mg of Calcium as Calcium Citrate, and the supplied analysis indicates stronger alignment with Calcium. Active doses are clear, while missing excipient and full use details limit transparency.
88 Budget

Calcium Hydroxyapatite Caps

NOW
The supplied serving cost is lower, while the formula provides 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Hydroxyapatite and 200 mg of Phosphorus as Phosphorus Hydroxyapatite. Clear dosing, strong form quality, and favorable serving value make the formula well suited to routine bone support.
82 Budget

Calcium Citrate

Nature's Way
The supplied serving cost is lower, while the formula provides 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Carbonate, 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Citrate and 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Malate. Active doses are clear, while missing excipient and full use details limit transparency.
85 Budget

Cal/Mag 500 mg/250 mg

NaturesPlus
The supplied serving cost is lower, while the formula provides 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Amino Acid Chelate and 250 mg of Magnesium as Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate. A simple one-serving format and economical cost make it one of the better value profiles in this set.
88 Value

Calcium Citrate Pure Powder

NOW
600 mg of Calcium as Calcium Citrate offers a practical value trade-off because the supplied serving cost is lower and the value analysis is stronger. Its focused formula offers strong value but does not provide vitamin D, vitamin K, or magnesium.
85 Value

600+D3

21st Century
20 mcg of Vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol and 600 mg of Calcium as Calcium Carbonate offers a practical value trade-off because the supplied serving cost is lower and the value analysis is stronger. Its calcium amount is reasonably sized, though carbonate works best with food and offers less flexibility than citrate.
83 Value

Citracal Petites Calcium Citrate +D3

Bayer Citracal
12.5 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 12.5 mcg of Vitamin D as Vitamin D3 and 400 mg of Calcium offers a practical value trade-off because the supplied serving cost is lower and the value analysis is stronger. Its calcium source is not explicit in the supplied ingredient details, which limits confidence in its claimed citrate form.
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