Nordic Naturals Algae Omega - 120 Soft Gels - 715 mg Omega-3 - Certified Vegan Algae Oil - Plant-Based EPA & DHA - Heart, Eye, Immune & Brain Health - Non-GMO - 60 Servings Review
Our verdict
This softgel swaps traditional fish oil for algae-derived omega-3, giving vegans and vegetarians a plant-based option with a strong buyer track record.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Vegans, vegetarians, or anyone avoiding fish-derived ingredients who still wants EPA and DHA omega-3.
Skip if
You don't need a plant-based source and want the lowest cost per milligram of omega-3, since algae oil tends to cost more than fish oil.
- Form Softgel
- Count 120.0 Count
- Flavor Unflavored
- Type Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Diet Gluten Free
- Benefits Brain Health Support
- Priced 50% above the category median ($29.99 across 130 tracked models)
Pros
- Plant-based, algae-derived omega-3 suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets
- No fish allergen concerns since the source isn't fish oil
- Strong buyer track record with about 3,549 ratings averaging 4.7 stars
- High recent purchase volume, around 6,000 units in the past month
Cons
- Costs more per milligram of omega-3 than typical fish oil softgels
- 715 mg of omega-3 per serving is moderate, not the highest potency in this category
- Two softgels a day may be less convenient than single-capsule formats
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 3,549 owner ratings
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Popularity3.7/5
3,549 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Nordic Naturals builds this omega-3 from algae oil instead of fish, in a 120 count softgel bottle covering 60 servings at two softgels a day. The label markets it as certified vegan, an option for people who avoid fish-derived supplements for dietary or ethical reasons.
Each serving is rated at 715 mg of total omega-3 with plant-based EPA and DHA. The maker markets the formula for heart, eye, immune, and brain health, framed as label claims. The product is also listed gluten free and, by nature of its algae source, free of fish allergens.
At $45.01, it costs more than most fish oil softgels of similar potency, which is typical for algae-based omega-3. It has about 3,549 ratings averaging 4.7 stars and roughly 6,000 units sold in the past month, among the higher purchase volumes in this batch, suggesting strong demand for a plant-based option.
Specifications
| Form | Softgel |
|---|---|
| Count | 120.0 Count |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Type | Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
| Diet | Gluten Free |
| Benefits | Brain Health Support |
Performance notes
Two unflavored softgels make a full serving, delivering 715 mg of total omega-3 from algae-sourced EPA and DHA. Because the oil comes from algae rather than fish, it fits vegan, vegetarian, and fish-avoidant diets without changing the omega-3 source itself. The gluten free label rounds out the dietary fit.
What buyers say
Roughly 3,549 ratings average 4.7 stars, and around 6,000 units sold in the past month put this among the more actively purchased products in this review set, suggesting the plant-based angle resonates with a meaningful share of omega-3 shoppers.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this a true alternative to fish oil?
It's algae-derived, so it provides the same EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids typically sourced from fish oil, without using fish. That makes it fit vegan and vegetarian diets, according to the label's certified vegan claim.
How does the potency compare to fish oil softgels?
At 715 mg of total omega-3 per two-softgel serving, it's a moderate dose, similar to many standard fish oil softgels though below the highest potency options. Compare the per-serving milligrams on any product you're considering.
Why does it cost more than typical fish oil?
Algae oil production tends to cost more than fish oil extraction, which is generally reflected in the price of algae-based omega-3 supplements like this one.