Lecka vs Huma: Real-Food Energy Gels Compared
Short answer: Lecka and Huma both make real-food energy gels without maltodextrin. Huma uses chia seeds and is made in the USA; Lecka uses basil seeds and fruit grown and processed in Vietnam. Per standard fruit gel, Lecka has slightly more carbs (25–27 g vs about 21–24 g). For ultras, Lecka Ultra Gel carries more fuel per pouch (60–65 g carbs, 410–450 mg sodium) than Huma Gel Ultra (40 g carbs, 245 mg sodium).
Standard gels compared
| Lecka Energy Gel | Huma Chia Energy Gel | Huma Chia Energy Gel Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 25–27 g fruit flavours; 22 g Coffee Cacao | About 21–24 g | About 21 g |
| Sodium | 90–120 mg | About 105 mg | 240–250 mg |
| Main carb sources | Fruit purée or juice, cane sugar or honey, tapioca syrup | Fruit purée, cane sugar, brown rice syrup | Fruit purée, brown rice syrup, fruit juice |
| Seed | Ground basil seed | Milled chia seed | Milled chia seed |
| Made in | Vietnam, near the farms | USA | USA |
| Caffeine options | Coffee Cacao, 80 mg | 25 mg and 100 mg flavours | Some flavours |
Lecka's figures are confirmed by independent Eurofins lab tests (2025–26), with every gel within about 3% of its label. See the lab results.
Long-race gels compared
| Lecka Ultra Gel | Huma Chia Energy Gel Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 60–65 g | 40 g |
| Sodium | 410–450 mg | 245 mg |
| Calories | 260–315 | 160 |
| Packaging | Resealable spout pouch | Single-serve pouch |
Which should you choose?
- Choose Huma if you like chia texture, want a higher-sodium standard gel (Huma Plus), or prefer a US-made product.
- Choose Lecka if you want a few more carbs per standard gel, tropical fruit and honey flavours, or one pouch that covers an hour of ultra fuelling with sodium included.
Gut tolerance and taste are personal. The easiest way to decide is to try both in training. Lecka's Variety Pack covers all five flavours, and the Ultimate Sample Set includes gels, Ultra Gels and bars.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lecka similar to Huma?
Yes, in approach: both are real-food gels without maltodextrin and with a seed for texture. They differ in seed (basil vs chia), fruit and flavour range, where they're made, and carbs per pouch.
Which has more carbs, Lecka or Huma?
Lecka's standard fruit gels have about 25–27 g versus about 21–24 g for Huma. Lecka Ultra Gel has 60–65 g versus 40 g for Huma Gel Ultra.
Huma figures come from Huma product listings at major retailers and were checked in November 2026. Recipes change, so check the current packaging. Huma is a trademark of its owner; this page is not affiliated with Huma.