Barlean's Borage Oil 1000 mg softgels vs Viva Naturals Omega-3 Fish Oil 2500 mg, 90 softgels
Overall winner: Viva Naturals Omega-3 Fish Oil 2500 mg, 90 softgels
Key Differences
Viva Naturals (A) provides high-potency omega-3s per serving including EPA, DHA and DPA in rTG form for improved absorption and has a higher average rating with many more reviews. Barlean's (B) is a borage oil product focused on GLA for skin and immune support, hexane-free and lab-tested, but has a lower rating and fewer reviews and is noted for larger capsule size
Barlean's Borage Oil 1000 mg softgels
Cold-pressed borage seed oil capsules with 360mg linoleic acid, 200mg GLA per softgel. Supports skin health and immune function; laboratory-tested, hexane-free. Customer note: helps with PMS and cramps
Pros
- cold-pressed, hexane-free
- glA-containing for skin and immune support
- lab-tested batches
- simple ingredient list
Cons
- capsules are large
- ingredient-specific focus may vary per user
Viva Naturals Omega-3 Fish Oil 2500 mg, 90 softgels
Triple-strength omega-3 fish oil with 2250 mg of omega-3 per serving (EPA, DHA, DPA) in rTG form for absorption. Customers note high quality and no fishy aftertaste, with positive impact on heart and joints
Pros
- high omega-3 potency per serving
- no fishy taste or aftertaste
- supports heart and brain health
- positive quality perception
Cons
- some reports of strong odor
- varying odor experiences across users
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Viva Naturals |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Viva Naturals |
| User Reviews | Viva Naturals |