Micro Ingredients Vegan Omega 3 Algae Oil, 240 Veggie Softgels | Fish Oil Alternative | DHA 500mg & DPA 100mg | Carrageenan Free | Plant-Based Omega 3 with Flaxseed & ALA | Lemon Flavored Review
Our verdict
This is a large 240-count vegan algae oil softgel offering DHA and DPA plus flaxseed-derived ALA, lemon flavored, for shoppers who want a plant-based fish oil alternative in a big bottle.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Vegans, vegetarians, or anyone avoiding fish-derived ingredients who wants a large supply of a plant-based omega-3 softgel.
Skip if
You specifically want EPA alongside DHA, since this label highlights DHA and DPA from algae plus ALA from flaxseed rather than a full EPA and DHA fish oil profile.
- Form Softgel
- Count 240 Count
- Flavor Lemon
- Benefits General Health
- Priced 10% below the category median ($29.99 across 130 tracked models)
Pros
- Fully plant-based: algae-derived DHA and DPA plus flaxseed-derived ALA
- Veggie softgel shell instead of a gelatin capsule
- Large 240-count bottle at a moderate price
- Very strong 4.8 average rating across 669 reviews
Cons
- Label highlights DHA and DPA rather than a full EPA and DHA profile common in fish oil
- Lemon flavor is the only option offered
- Fewer total reviews than some longtime fish oil category leaders
- Softgel-only format, no liquid or gummy alternative
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 669 owner ratings
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Popularity1.5/5
669 owner reviews, fewer 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
["This softgel is built entirely from plant sources, combining algae-derived DHA and DPA with flaxseed-derived ALA, in a veggie softgel shell rather than a gelatin capsule. It's sold in a large 240-count bottle with a lemon flavor and a carrageenan-free label.", "The maker markets it as a fish oil alternative for general health support. As with any supplement, it's worth talking with a healthcare professional about whether a plant-based DHA and ALA blend meets your needs compared to a traditional EPA and DHA fish oil formula.", 'It has 669 ratings averaging 4.8 stars, with about 2,000 people buying it in the past month, a strong showing for a plant-based option in this category.']
Specifications
| Form | Softgel |
|---|---|
| Count | 240 Count |
| Flavor | Lemon |
| Benefits | General Health |
Performance notes
240 veggie softgels per bottle, lemon flavored, carrageenan-free, built from algae-derived DHA (500mg) and DPA (100mg) plus flaxseed-derived ALA, marketed as a plant-based fish oil alternative for general health support.
What buyers say
669 ratings average 4.8 stars, with about 2,000 people buying it in the past month, one of the stronger rating and demand combinations among the plant-based options in this roundup.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this made from fish?
No, it's a plant-based formula using algae-derived DHA and DPA along with flaxseed-derived ALA, positioned as a fish oil alternative.
Does it contain EPA?
The label for this product highlights DHA and DPA from algae rather than EPA, so if you specifically want an EPA and DHA combination, compare labels carefully or talk with a healthcare professional about which fatty acids fit your needs.
What size is the bottle?
It comes in a 240-count bottle of veggie softgels, a large supply compared to many other plant-based options.