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

Blackberries vs raspberries: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: blackberries scores 85/100 and raspberries 84/100, 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

Raspberries

84/100Excellent nutrient density

52 kcal per 100 g. 1 cup: 123 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesBlackberries43 vs 52 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinAbout even1.4 vs 1.2 g per 100 g
  • More fiberRaspberries5.3 vs 6.5 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarAbout even4.9 vs 4.4 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumAbout even162 vs 151 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 gRaspberries, 100 gBlackberries, 144 gRaspberries, 123 g
Calories43 kcal52 kcal62 kcal64 kcal
Protein1.4 g1.2 g2 g1.5 g
Carbohydrates9.6 g12 g14 g15 g
Sugars4.9 g4.4 g7 g5.4 g
Fiber5.3 g6.5 g7.6 g8 g
Fat0.5 g0.7 g0.7 g0.8 g
Saturated fat<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g
Vitamin C21 mg26 mg30 mg32 mg
Vitamin A11 µg2 µg16 µg2.5 µg
Potassium162 mg151 mg233 mg186 mg
Iron0.6 mg0.7 mg0.9 mg0.8 mg
Calcium29 mg25 mg42 mg31 mg
Magnesium20 mg22 mg29 mg27 mg
Sodium1 mg1 mg1.4 mg1.2 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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