Troop vs Pilly Labs Mushroom Gummies

Disclosure: TopShelf Mushrooms and Pilly Labs are operated by the same team. This page includes promotional links to Pilly Labs. Product comparisons are based on current labels, prices, policies, and cited research.

Two Different Approaches to “One Gummy, Multiple Mushrooms”

Troop and Pilly Labs both sell mushroom gummies, but they aren’t really building the same product. Troop sells three separate items: a single-mushroom Lion’s Mane gummy, a single-mushroom Reishi gummy, and a six-mushroom blend called Super Troop. Pilly Labs sells one all-in-one gummy with ten mushroom species in every serving.

Because Pilly’s product is a broad blend, the fairest comparison is against Troop’s closest match: Super Troop, the six-mushroom formula. That’s the version referenced throughout this article whenever we say “Troop.”

Neither company has run a clinical trial on its finished gummy. What follows is based on what each label and product page discloses, not on anyone’s personal experience with the product.

What’s In Each Bottle

Troop Super Troop (6-Mushroom Blend)

Species: Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Cordyceps, Chaga, Maitake, Turkey Tail
Mushroom content: Troop’s product pages state different figures in different places — one section of the Super Troop page cites 5,000 mg of mushrooms per serving, while an FAQ block on the same page cites 3,000 mg.
Extraction: Described as “triple extracted,” 100% fruiting body, no mycelium grain fillers. Troop does not publish a specific extraction ratio (like 10:1) on its product page.
Sourcing: Stated as grown and sourced in the United States, positioned against unnamed “competitors” that source from China.
Serving size: Two gummies daily.
Servings per bottle: 30 (60 gummies), based on the “1 Pack (30 Servings)” listing.
Sugar/calories per serving: Not disclosed in the product page content available for this comparison. Pull exact Supplement Facts panel numbers before publishing any sugar comparison claim.]
Price: $1.20 per serving at the base “1 Pack” tier (about $36 for a 30-serving bottle), with lower per-serving pricing at 3-pack and 6-pack tiers.

Pilly Labs Mushroom Gummies (10-Mushroom Blend)

Species: Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Cordyceps, Chaga, Turkey Tail, Maitake, Shiitake, White Button, Black Fungus, Royal Sun Agaricus
Mushroom content: 250 mg total mushroom extract blend per serving, spread across all 10 species.
Extraction: Most species are listed as 10:1 fruiting body extracts on the Supplement Facts panel; Maitake, Shiitake, and Lion’s Mane extract are listed without a stated ratio on the current label.
Sourcing: Manufactured in a GMP-certified, FDA-registered U.S. facility. Raw material country of origin for each mushroom is not specified on the product page.
Serving size: Two gummies daily (label allows 1–2).
Servings per bottle: 30 (60 gummies).
Sugar/calories per serving: 20 calories, 5 g total carbohydrate, 5 g total sugar (all 5 g are added sugar, 10% DV), 5 mg sodium.
Price: $47.99 per bottle at full price (about $1.60/serving), or $40.79 on subscription (about $1.36/serving).

Reading the Dose Math

Here’s the part beginners usually skip: the milligram number on the front of a bottle doesn’t tell you how concentrated the mushroom material actually is.

Pilly’s 250 mg is a total blend figure spread across 10 species, and the label states this directly: individual clinical studies on single mushroom species often use 1,000–3,000 mg per day of just one species. Ten species sharing 250 mg means each one is present in a small amount. Pilly frames this as broad-spectrum daily exposure rather than a clinical-strength dose of any single mushroom, and Pilly Labs’ own product page points users toward its higher-concentration single-mushroom products if someone wants a bigger dose of one species specifically.

Troop’s higher stated milligram figure covers only 6 species instead of 10, and because Troop doesn’t publish an extraction ratio, it’s not possible to independently calculate how much of that weight is concentrated extract versus starting material. Troop describes its process as “triple extraction,” which the company states increases bioavailable compound density compared to single extraction — but this is a manufacturing claim, not an independently verified lab comparison.

Bottom line: more milligrams on a label doesn’t automatically mean more active compound reaches your body, and fewer species doesn’t automatically mean better dosing per species either. For a full walkthrough on how to size up any blend using math instead of marketing, see our guide on how to evaluate mushroom blend dosing.

What the Label Actually Proves

Pilly’s label discloses more granular detail than Troop’s public product page: exact sugar and calorie counts, per-ingredient extract ratios for most species, and a direct citation list connecting each mushroom to specific published research — with explicit notes clarifying that those studies were done on the ingredient, not on the finished gummy.

Troop’s page discloses total mushroom weight, sourcing country, and extraction method, but does not publish a full nutrition panel or per-species breakdown in the content reviewed for this comparison. That doesn’t mean the information doesn’t exist on the physical label — supplement labels legally must carry a Supplement Facts panel — it means it wasn’t part of the online product page content available here. Anyone comparing sugar content directly should check the physical label or request it before purchase.

For a general walkthrough of how to read any mushroom supplement label — extraction ratios, fruiting body vs. mycelium, proprietary blends — see our guide on how to read a mushroom supplement label.

What Research Suggests (And What It Doesn’t)

Both companies point to the same handful of mushrooms with the most human research behind them — Lion’s Mane for cognitive support and Shiitake for immune markers have small human trials showing measurable effects. Reishi, Chaga, Maitake, Turkey Tail, and Cordyceps have more limited or mixed human data, and are generally supported by traditional use plus early or animal research rather than large human trials.

None of the research behind either product was conducted on the finished gummy formula. Ingredient-level research does not automatically transfer to a specific blend, dose, or delivery format. Research suggests these mushrooms may support the areas both companies describe — focus, stress response, immune activity — but neither product is shown to treat, prevent, or cure any condition.

Refund Policies

Both companies offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Troop’s policy is framed as money-back rather than product-return (“we CAN return your money”). Pilly’s policy is also stated as a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, with subscription-specific terms covered separately in its refund policy page. Read the fine print on both before subscribing, since subscription cancellation terms can differ from one-time purchase terms.

Who Should Be Cautious With Either Product

Anyone pregnant, nursing, or considering giving either product to a child should talk to a physician first — both brands state this directly.
People on blood-thinning or anticoagulant medication should check with a healthcare provider, since some mushroom species may interact with these medications.
People managing blood sugar with medication should also check first, since some mushrooms (Maitake in particular) are studied for blood sugar effects.
Anyone with a history of kidney stones or oxalate sensitivity should be cautious with Chaga specifically, which both blends contain.
Anyone with a mushroom or fungal allergy should avoid both products.
Both products are made in facilities that may also process common allergens (milk, soy, wheat, egg, tree nuts, etc., per Pilly’s label); check individual manufacturing disclosures for allergen cross-contact risk on either brand.

The Bottom Line

Troop’s Super Troop covers 6 mushroom species with more total mushroom weight per serving (once the label discrepancy above is resolved) and a lower advertised price per serving at base pricing. Pilly Labs’ Mushroom Gummies cover more species (10) with less total extract weight per serving, a fully disclosed extract ratio for most ingredients, and a published sugar and calorie count on the product page.

Neither is objectively “better” — it depends on what a person is optimizing for. Someone who wants broader species coverage and full label transparency on sugar content may lean toward Pilly. Someone who wants a smaller number of species at a higher stated per-species weight and a lower advertised per-serving price may lean toward Troop. Readers who want to look at Pilly’s formula in more depth can read our full Pilly Labs Mushroom Gummies review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troop or Pilly Labs a better source of Lion’s Mane specifically?

Troop sells a dedicated single-mushroom Lion’s Mane gummy (7,000 mg per serving on its own product page) if the goal is concentrated Lion’s Mane alone. Pilly’s 10-mushroom blend includes Lion’s Mane as one of ten species at a much lower total blend weight, and Pilly also sells separate higher-concentration single-mushroom and combo products for people who want more of one species specifically.

Do either of these products contain psilocybin or cause a “trip”?

No. Both companies use functional (non-psychoactive) mushroom species like Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and Chaga. None of the species listed on either label are known to contain psilocybin.

Which product has less sugar?

Pilly’s label discloses 5 g of total sugar per serving (all added sugar) and 20 calories. Troop’s exact sugar content was not available on the product page content reviewed for this comparison — check the physical label or Troop directly for that figure before making a sugar-based decision.

Can I take both a Lion’s Mane blend and a 10-mushroom blend at the same time?

That’s a stacking question best answered by a healthcare provider, since it affects total daily mushroom intake across species. Neither company’s label is written with the assumption that its product will be combined with another mushroom supplement at full serving size.

Are the customer testimonials on either brand’s site proof the product works?

No. Testimonials describe individual experiences and aren’t evidence of typical results. Per FTC guidance on endorsements, testimonials must reflect honest opinions and can’t imply results that aren’t typical for most users, but they still aren’t a substitute for clinical research on the finished product.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Ask a qualified healthcare professional about supplements, medications, pregnancy, or health conditions.