OMEGA-3
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Northfield Labs Fish Oil 2,000 mg vs Harbor & Pine Triple Strength Omega-3
Both say “2,000 mg fish oil.” Why is the omega-3 so different?
Why the prices differ
Both serve 2,000 mg of fish oil, but concentration differs: 600 mg EPA + DHA (30%) versus 1,100 mg (55%). The concentrated product costs more per bottle but less per 1,000 mg of EPA + DHA.
| Compare | Northfield Labs Fish Oil 2,000 mg | Harbor & Pine Triple Strength Omega-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Northfield Labs | Harbor & Pine |
| Amount per servingFrom product label | 600 mg EPA + DHA | 1,100 mg EPA + DHA |
| Ingredient form (as labeled)From product label | Fish oil concentrate | Fish oil concentrate (re-esterified triglyceride) |
| Serving sizeFrom product label | 2 softgels | 2 softgels |
| Servings per containerFrom product label | 60 | 45 |
| Format | Softgels | Softgels |
| Price | $22.99 (demo) | $27.99 (demo) |
| Price per servingSuppScout calculation | $0.38 | $0.62 |
| Cost per 1,000 mg EPA + DHASuppScout calculation | $0.64 | $0.57 |
| Other ingredientsFrom product label | 5Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified water, Natural lemon flavor, Mixed tocopherols | 4Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified water, Rosemary extract |
| CertificationsThird-party certification | None verified | None verified |
| Testing claimsManufacturer claim | “Third-party tested for heavy metals” — lab not named | None stated |
| Dietary characteristicsManufacturer claim | Not stated | Not stated |
| Label completenessSuppScout calculation | 7 of 7 | 7 of 7 |
SuppScout calculation
Price and value
Northfield Labs Fish Oil 2,000 mg
Price (demo)
$22.99
Demonstration price — not current
Price per serving
$0.38
$22.99 ÷ 60 servings = $0.38
Cost per 1,000 mg EPA + DHA
$0.64
$0.38 per serving ÷ 600 mg × 1,000 mg = $0.64
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Demo Marketplace Demo merchantCheck price at Demo Marketplace$22.99 · In stock
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Harbor & Pine Triple Strength Omega-3
Price (demo)
$27.99
Demonstration price — not current
Price per serving
$0.62
$27.99 ÷ 45 servings = $0.62
Cost per 1,000 mg EPA + DHA
$0.57
$0.62 per serving ÷ 1,100 mg × 1,000 mg = $0.57
SuppScout calculation Prices change often; confirm the current price with the merchant before buying.
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Demo Vitamin Shop Demo merchantCheck price at Demo Vitamin Shop$27.99 · In stock
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Understand the forms
This page is educational and is not medical advice. Talk to a healthcare professional before starting a supplement, especially if you have a medical condition, take medications, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.