Johns CBD Review

Transparency & Accuracy
2.0
Hemp Quality
4.4
Variety of Products
4.4
Customer Experience
5.0
Price & Discounts
5.0
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Eloise Theisen, RN, MSN, AGPCNP-BC.
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Heather Allman, CBD Journalist.
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The Bottom Line

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Variety of Products

4.4

In addition to gift cards, John’s CBD offers a wide variety of organic full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate CBD and Delta-8 THC products, including tinctures, capsules, topicals, whole flower, isolate powder, drinks, edibles, and pet products. These range from 25 mg to 3000 mg of total CBD and each product is CO2 extracted and tested by an independent third party lab, then most products are formulated with easily digestible, organic MCT oil. 

 

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Transparency & Accuracy

2.0

The accuracy variances for our John’s CBD products concerning potency are mixed, with two checked products testing below the acceptable 10% variance limit and two products testing over the 10% limit allowed. However, purity test results for foreign contaminants, such as pesticides, solvents, and heavy metals, are not posted online for customer review and are unavailable from customer service at this time. Founded in 2016, they have no FDA complaints to date and they are an accredited BBB business with an A+ rating.  

 

Hemp QualityIcon

Hemp Quality

4.4

Their organic hemp is sourced from farms in Texas that use organic rules and farming practices. They offer full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate CBD products, as well as Delta-8 THC products that are promised by the company to be made from non-GMO, pesticide-free, organic hemp-derived CBD and Delta-8 THC, although the purity tests are unavailable as mentioned above.

 

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Price & Discounts

5.0

Prices range from $14.00 to $100.00 with an average price point of $.05 per mg, which is lower than average when compared to other brands in the market that are also organic. Free shipping is offered on orders with a $50 minimum, and a 30 day money-back guarantee is offered. 

 

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Customer Experience

5.0

Their straightforward website includes an educational section, with a guide to CBD knowledge, benefits, and dosage, as well as a FAQ link, located under the “Learn” heading on the main menu. It is easy to navigate their website, with product pages providing detailed product information for each item, along with dosage information, detailed ingredients, potency lab results, and suggested effects by the company. Consumers can easily filter and “Shop” for products by category, product line, or desired CBD effect using the main menu links.  

Pros: Cons:
  • Organic, non-GMO products
  • Excellent product variety
  • Wide range of potencies
  • Accuracy variances over 10% discovered
  • No purity test results available for review
  • $50 order minimum for free shipping

What Sets John’s CBD Apart From Competitors

John’s CBD uses organic hemp to formulate their wide variety of CO2 extracted, full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate CBD products. They also offer Delta-8 products and a good range of potencies between 25 mg and 3000 mg that are suited to any consumer, regardless of their needs or dosage level. John’s CBD offers a 30 day money-back satisfaction guarantee.

Johns CBD Specs

📍Hemp Source:United States
🥽Extract Method:CO2
✈️Shipping:United States
Money Back Guarantee:
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🏷Coupons:Johns CBD Coupons and Sales
🚩Established:2016
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    About the Company

    Based in Texas, John’s CBD is a prominent online distributor founded in 2016 that provides a wide range of organic full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate CBD products, as well as Delta-8 THC products. In 2020, John’s CBD received their Industrial Hemp license from the Texas Department of Agriculture and started to grow their organic CBD hemp.

    According to the website, the company’s goal is to make the “best possible products available at the best price” for open accessibility to consumers everywhere. As a part of our reputation check, we check BBB, FDA warnings, and more to see if there are any complaints or warnings about the brand. We didn’t find complaints or warnings for this brand, but John’s CBD is an officially accredited BBB business with an A+ score.

    Transparency

    Independent CBD testing is a necessary quality and safety control tool to ensure that the labeled amounts of CBD and THC are identical to the contents of each final product a customer receives. John’s CBD has independent, third party lab results posted on individual product pages, but purity test results were unavailable online or from customer service at this time. All of the products in our John’s CBD order were third party tested for CBD and THC potency.

    Accuracy

    While no purity tests were available, using the corresponding product pages, it was easy to match the four ordered products with the independent third party lab results for potency. As for the highest accuracy variance in this order, the 750 mg softgels tested with 919.77 total mg of CBD, or 30.65 mg per serving size of one 25 mg softgel. This is a 22.63% accuracy variance and over the acceptable 10% limit.

    The lowest accuracy variance was found in the 500 mg topical pain cream, which tested with 488.6 total mg of CBD. This is an accuracy variance of 2.28% and below the 10% variance limit allowed. All checked products were confirmed by independent third party testing to contain less than the legal 0.3% limit of THC, or no THC was detected.

    Reputation

    John’s CBD is an officially accredited BBB company with an excellent A+ rating. They sell their products both online and in participating retail stores across the state of Texas. Now six years old, John’s CBD has nearly doubled in size each year since they were founded by John in 2016, primarily due to customer reviews, recommendations, but also because of their high quality, organic products that are effective for the needs of a wide variety of CBD and Delta-8 THC consumers, according to the company.

    Manufacturing Process

    John’s CBD is a legal, authorized grower of organic hemp on farms in Texas that uses organic ingredients in their products whenever possible, according to customer service. Their hemp-derived full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate CBD and Delta-8 THC products are all CO2 extracted. Most products are then formulated with organic, easily digestible MCT oil as the carrier for maximum bioavailability.

    After formulation, the next step is independent third party CBD testing, which is an important safety and quality control measure utilized by John’s CBD to ensure that the labeled potency of CBD and THC matches the contents. They conduct independent potency lab testing for all of their products and post the available results on the “Lab Sheet” heading located on every corresponding product page. At this time, however, purity test results were unavailable on the website or through customer service.

    John’s CBD offers organic full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate CBD and Delta-8 THC products, available in tinctures, topicals, capsules, whole flower, isolate powder, drinks, edibles, and pet products that range from 25 mg to 3000 mg. They are lower than average priced when compared to other organic brands, with an overall price point average of $.05 per mg of CBD. They also offer gift cards.

    John’s CBD Tinctures Overview

    The organic full spectrum, broad spectrum CBD and Delta-8 THC tinctures by John’s CBD are formulated with organic MCT oil for faster bioavailability, and are suggested by the company for oral or sublingual use. They undergo CO2 extraction and can also be added to beverages or food, per the company website. Several potencies and formulations are ordered, including one that is fruit flavored, one for immune health and one for sleep with added melatonin.

    John’s CBD Tinctures Products

    Product
    CBD Amount
    Potency
    Price
    Price mg/CBD
    1000 mg
    33.33 mg/ml
    $50
    $0.05
    1500 mg
    50 mg/ml
    $60
    $0.04
    3000 mg
    100 mg/ml
    $90
    $0.03
    500 mg
    16.67 mg/ml
    $30
    $0.06
    1000 mg
    33.33 mg/ml
    $50
    $0.05
    1500 mg
    50 mg/ml
    $60
    $0.04
    3000 mg
    100 mg/ml
    $90
    $0.03
    500 mg
    16.67 mg/ml
    $30
    $0.06
    500 mg
    16.67 mg/ml
    $40
    $0.08
    1000 mg
    33.33 mg/ml
    $50
    $0.05
    1500 mg
    50 mg/ml
    $60
    $0.04
    3000 mg
    100 mg/ml
    $90
    $0.03
    1000 mg
    33.33 mg/ml
    $60
    $0.06
    1000 mg
    33.33 mg/ml
    $50
    $0.05
    1500 mg
    50 mg/ml
    $60
    $0.04
    3000 mg
    100 mg/ml
    $90
    $0.03
    500 mg
    16.67 mg/ml
    $30
    $0.06

    Learn more by reading our Best CBD Oil buying guide.

    John’s CBD Whole Flower Overview

    John’s CBD organic, non-GMO hemp flower is sourced from Texas farms. According to the company, their full spectrum, organic CBD flower buds are loaded with naturally occurring terpenes and phytocannabinoids. Each of their strains contains less than 0.3% THC in compliance with the 2018 Farm Bill. There is no extraction process with whole flower hemp; the consumer receives the hemp flower bud directly from the ground. Their whole flower is available in 3.5 gram and 7 gram sizes.

    John’s CBD Isolate Overview

    The isolate powder is a pure 90%+ CBD , or CBD crystalized powder, made from full spectrum, organic hemp. It is a hemp-derived product that contains cannabinoids separated from all other components during formulation and CO2 extraction.

    John’s CBD Isolate Products

    Product
    CBD Amount
    Potency
    Price
    Price mg/CBD
    1000 mg
    1000 mg/ml
    $30
    $0.03

    John’s CBD Softgels/Capsules Overview

    The full spectrum, organic CBD softgels offered by John’s CBD undergo CO2 extraction and are recommended by the company for oral use only. Each serving size is 1 to 2 softgels, and ingredients included are all natural and often organic, with nothing artificial, as listed on each corresponding product page.

    John’s CBD Softgels/Capsules Products

    Product
    CBD Amount
    Potency
    Price
    Price mg/CBD
    750 mg
    25 mg/unit
    $48
    $0.06
    1500 mg
    50 mg/unit
    $64
    $0.04
    750 mg
    25 mg/unit
    $48
    $0.06

    Learn more by reading our Best CBD Softgels buying guide.

    John’s CBD Topicals Overview

    The full spectrum and broad spectrum, CBD topicals are CO2 extracted and include organic CBD that is blended with other natural ingredients, as listed on corresponding product pages. Organic ingredients are used whenever possible, as noted on the “Ingredients” tab on each corresponding product page. These products are recommended by John’s CBD for use on external skin only and are available in effect-specific formulas and a variety of potencies.

    John’s CBD Topicals Products

    Product
    CBD Amount
    Potency
    Price
    Price mg/CBD
    1000 mg
    16.67 mg/ml
    $60
    $0.06
    1000 mg
    8.33 mg/ml
    $64
    $0.06
    500 mg
    8.33 mg/ml
    $36
    $0.07
    1000 mg
    8.33 mg/ml
    $64
    $0.06
    500 mg
    8.33 mg/ml
    $36
    $0.07

    Learn more by reading our Best CBD Creams buying guide.

    John’s CBD Gummies Overview

    The organic, full spectrum CBD edible gummies are ideal for discreet and easy use, according to the company. They undergo CO2 extraction and are recommended for oral use only. These vegan gummies contain all natural, organic ingredients with no synthetics, as listed on the corresponding product pages.

    John’s CBD Gummies Products

    Product
    CBD Amount
    Potency
    Price
    Price mg/CBD
    750 mg
    25 mg/unit
    $60
    $0.08

    Learn more by reading our Best CBD Gummies buying guide.

    John’s CBD Drinks/Beverages Overview

    These organic, full spectrum CBD drinks provide a discreet way to get the complete natural benefits of CBD in a convenient way. The naturally flavored beverages ensure maximum bioavailability CO2 extraction, per the company. John’s CBD decaf tea beverages come in 3 different varieties, and they also offer one caffeinated ground coffee. Serving sizes vary per drink product.

    John’s CBD Pet Tincture Overview

    The John’s CBD full spectrum, organic pet tinctures are specially formulated for use in pets based on weight. They are blended with organic MCT oil for easy digestion. Each tincture undergoes CO2 extraction and is recommended for oral or sublingual use only. This product can also be added to food or water, according to the corresponding product page. Three flavor choices are offered, as well as a variety of potencies.

    John’s CBD Pet Tincture Products

    Product
    CBD Amount
    Potency
    Price
    Price mg/CBD
    1000 mg
    33.33 mg/ml
    $50
    $0.05
    250 mg
    8.33 mg/ml
    $20
    $0.08
    500 mg
    16.67 mg/ml
    $30
    $0.06

    Learn more by reading our Best CBD Oil for Pets buying guide.

    John’s CBD Discounts, Coupons, and Bundles

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    • 10% customer appreciation discount code included with first order received

    Buying Experience

    Their easy to navigate website is straightforward, with each product page providing comprehensive product information for each item in that category, as well as specific ingredients, lab results, potencies, and uses recommended by the company. Although a direct link could not be located on the main menu, the brand’s “Our Story” section can be found here. Otherwise, there is little information about the company on the website.

    John’s CBD has a dedicated and informative section on CBD and its effects, located under the “Blog” and “Learn” headings on the main menu for easy reference by consumers. There are also several easy options to shop products all at once by clicking the “Shop” link on the main menu. Users can also filter products by selecting the down arrow next to this link to search for categories or extract types.

    As mentioned earlier, all of the third party potency lab results available for the John’s CBD catalog are located under the “Lab Sheet” link, located on each corresponding product page. It must be noted that there is not a centralized lab testing hub and purity test results are not included in the online COAs that are posted at this time.

    Customer service is available via phone and email, located under the “Contact us” link under the “Useful Links” heading on the bottom of each page online. They were contacted via email regarding the return policy and the year John’s CBD was founded. A team member responded the next business day with a friendly email, providing the information requested.

    Users can create an account to track orders, or a shipping confirmation email with tracking will be received. The order arrived via USPS First Class in a pink envelope mailer that was discreet. All products were securely packaged inside. John’s CBD carries a 30 day money-back guarantee, explained in the “FAQ” and “Return Policy” sections online.

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    Products Reviewed

    CBD Tincture review

    Johns CBD Gold Full Spectrum CBD Oil 1500mg

    3.7
    Quality Assurance
    2.4
    Hemp Quality
    4.5
    Extract Type
    5.0
    Additional ingredients
    3.5
    Price
    5.0
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    $60  $0.04 per mg CBD
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    This organic full spectrum tincture is formulated with MCT oil for fast absorption. This tincture is golden yellow in color and has a thicker oil viscosity than comparable traditional tinctures. It digests easily, and this product is recommended by the company for oral or sublingual use only. There are no measuring marks on the dropper. This 1500 mg labeled tincture tested with 1565.40 total mg of CBD, which is an accuracy variance of 4.36% and under the allowed 10% limit. No purity test results were available online or through customer support at this time.

    This product is for consumers seeking a high potency product that is consistent and well-tolerated. This medium strength formula helps with increased daily inflammation, aches, and discomfort, according to the company.

    This organic full spectrum tincture is formulated with MCT oil for fast absorption.
    This tincture is golden yellow in color and has a thicker oil viscosity than comparable traditional tinctures.

    CBD Softgels review

    Johns CBD Full Spectrum CBD Capsules – 25mg 30ct

    3.0
    Quality Assurance
    0.6
    Hemp Quality
    4.5
    Extract Type
    5.0
    Additional ingredients
    3.5
    Price
    5.0
    Ranking updated:
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    $48  $0.06 per mg CBD
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    These softgels include a full spectrum CBD formulation. The all natural, organic softgels are golden yellow in color with the consistency of a traditional softgel. About the size of a small vitamin, these softgels are recommended for oral use only. No standard purity tests were available at the time of this review, but the softgels are labeled with 25 mg of CBD each, which is 750 total mg of CBD per bottle. They tested with 919.77 total mg of CBD or 36.65 mg per serving size of 1 softgel, which is over the 10% limit with a 22.63% accuracy variance.

    According to the company, this discreet and easy to use product is ideal for consumers who want longer lasting CBD for daily, regular relief from physical and mental discomfort, according to the company.

    These softgels include a full spectrum CBD formulation.
    The all natural, organic softgels are golden yellow in color with the consistency of a traditional softgel.

    CBD Pain Cream review

    Johns CBD Full Spectrum CBD Pain Cream 500mg 2oz

    3.1
    Quality Assurance
    0.6
    Hemp Quality
    4.5
    Extract Type
    5.0
    Additional ingredients
    5.0
    Price
    5.0
    Ranking updated:
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    $36  $0.07 per mg CBD
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    This full spectrum, skin care topical is formulated with MCT oil for fast absorption. It rubs in easily, leaving no residue on your skin where applied. This topical is white in color and has typical creamy consistency like a lotion. This 500 mg labeled topical tested with 488.6 total mg of CBD, which is an accuracy variance of 2.28% and under the allowed 10% limit. No purity test results for foreign contaminants, such as solvents and pesticides, were available.

    This topical product is for those seeking skin relief from aches, pains, and muscle tightness, according to the company, who also recommends use as a spot treatment for problematic, painful areas.

    This full spectrum, skin care topical is formulated with MCT oil for fast absorption.
    This topical is white in color and has typical creamy consistency like a lotion.

    CBD Rooibos Tea review

    Johns CBD CBD Infused Organic Rooibos Tea Blends 1000mg

    2.7
    Quality Assurance
    0.6
    Hemp Quality
    4.5
    Extract Type
    5.0
    Additional ingredients
    0.0
    Price
    5.0
    Ranking updated:
    Product Review
    $18  $0.02 per mg CBD
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    This full spectrum, organic CBD product undergoes CO2 extraction and is recommended by the company for oral use only. Serving sizes vary from 1 to 3 teaspoons for regular brew or 1 to 3 tablespoons for a stronger brew. It has the rich smell and taste of traditional South African Rooibos tea with a traditional loose leaf tea appearance and texture. It is recommended by the company for oral use only. This 1000 mg labeled topical product tested with 1211.28 total mg of CBD, or 43.26 per 1 gram serving size with 28 grams total. This is an accuracy variance of 21.12% and over the allowed 10% limit, and no purity test results for foreign contaminants, such as solvents and pesticides, were available.

    This potent topical product is for consumers seeking a discreet, refreshing way to get CBD relief from anxiety and stress, according to the company.

    This full spectrum, organic CBD product undergoes CO2 extraction and is recommended by the company for oral use only.
    Serving sizes vary from 1 to 3 teaspoons for regular brew or 1 to 3 tablespoons for a stronger brew.
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    Heather Allman
    Heather Allman
    CBD Journalist
    Heather Allman has worked in the higher education, reviewing, writing, and public speaking industries for over two decades. After earning her Bachelor and Master of Arts in English Education, she taught for 13 years at the University of West Florida in both the English and Communication Arts Departments. She also holds a Cannabis Fundamentals Certification from Green-Flower. From her current home in Pensacola, Florida, Heather works as a freelance U.S. Cannabis Journalist for the Cannabis Law Report and CBD World News, among others. She has educated and advocated for cannabis and CBD use on television, radio, and several podcasts. In May 2020, Heather was selected by the National Cannabis Information Project to be the Medical Cannabis Patient Speaker for their media briefing on "Cannabis Industry Response to COVID-19, as covered by Forbes and Bloomberg. She is a member of the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, where she holds a seat on their Sustainability National Standards Board.
    Eloise Theisen
    Eloise Theisen
    RN, MSN, AGPCNP-BC
    Eloise Theisen is a board certified Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in cannabis therapy. For over 20 years, Eloise has worked primarily with cancer, dementia and chronic pain patients. In the last 6 years, Eloise has focused her efforts on cannabinoid therapies. Eloise has worked with over 6500 patients to help them effectively treat age-related and chronic illness with cannabis.
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