Early version. Nutrient values from USDA FoodData Central; dietitian review in progress. Not medical advice.

Blackberries vs kiwi: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: blackberries scores 85/100 and kiwi 86/100, so pick by your goal. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Blackberries

85/100Excellent nutrient density

43 kcal per 100 g. 1 cup: 144 g

Kiwi

86/100Excellent nutrient density

61 kcal per 100 g. 1 kiwi: 69 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesBlackberries43 vs 61 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinAbout even1.4 vs 1.1 g per 100 g
  • More fiberBlackberries5.3 vs 3 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarBlackberries4.9 vs 9 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumKiwi162 vs 312 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAbout even<0.1 vs <0.1 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientBlackberries, 100 gKiwi, 100 gBlackberries, 144 gKiwi, 69 g
Calories43 kcal61 kcal62 kcal42 kcal
Protein1.4 g1.1 g2 g0.8 g
Carbohydrates9.6 g15 g14 g10 g
Sugars4.9 g9 g7 g6.2 g
Fiber5.3 g3 g7.6 g2.1 g
Fat0.5 g0.5 g0.7 g0.4 g
Saturated fat<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g
Vitamin C21 mg93 mg30 mg64 mg
Vitamin A11 µg4 µg16 µg2.8 µg
Potassium162 mg312 mg233 mg215 mg
Iron0.6 mg0.3 mg0.9 mg0.2 mg
Calcium29 mg34 mg42 mg23 mg
Magnesium20 mg17 mg29 mg12 mg
Sodium1 mg3 mg1.4 mg2.1 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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