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Black Elderberry

Gaia Herbs
4.8
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(1677 ratings)
European Elder 158 mg
Acerola 642 mg
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Score73
A simple two-fruit capsule led by acerola rather than elderberry. Transparent weights are helpful, but vitamin C and anthocyanin yields remain unknown.
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Quantity:120 Capsule(s) • (60 servings)
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Score 73

A simple two-fruit capsule led by acerola rather than elderberry. Transparent weights are helpful, but vitamin C and anthocyanin yields remain unknown.
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158.00mg Black Elderberry, 550.00mg Acerola • 30 Capsule(s) servings Acerola 550 mg • 30 Capsule(s) • 15 servings $12.79 ($0.85 per serving) 158.00mg Black Elderberry, 550.00mg Acerola • 60 Capsule(s) servings Acerola 550 mg • 60 Capsule(s) • 15 servings $29.69 ($1.97 per serving)
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Analysis

Acerola extract at 642 mg is the dominant ingredient, while black elderberry fruit extract contributes 158 mg. The formula therefore suits someone prioritizing acerola at least as much as elderberry.

Both extract weights are clearly disclosed and no proprietary blend is used. Missing vitamin C and anthocyanin standardization prevents a direct comparison with products that state active-compound yields.

Capsules avoid the sugar and measuring involved with syrup. The serving is simple, but buyers seeking high-dose elderberry may find the elder amount modest.

Who is it for
  • adults who prefer capsules over sweetened syrups
  • people seeking a larger acerola amount with some elderberry
Best for
  • acerola-centered fruit extract support
  • sugar-free capsule delivery

Pros

  • Large acerola extract amount
  • Uses black elderberry fruit extract
  • Simple formula without a hidden blend

Cons

  • Vitamin C yield is not disclosed
  • Elderberry anthocyanin content is unknown
  • Elderberry amount is moderate

Nutrient quality

77 High impact

Acerola carries the formula with a large amount, while elderberry contributes a moderate supporting dose. The simple design avoids excess, but missing species and marker yields weaken quality assurance.

Ingredient transparency

75 High impact

Both active ingredients have clear amounts and no blend obscures them. Species, extract strengths, directions, and inactive capsule ingredients are missing.

Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The aggregate rating is strong, and the very large review count makes it stable. No detailed feedback is supplied, so repeated complaints and purpose fit cannot be judged.

Value for money

64 Moderate impact

The simple formula provides a large acerola amount and moderate elderberry support. A relatively costly serving and absent potency markers weaken practical value.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Black Elderberry fruit extract
158 mg
Acerola fruit extract
642 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Women Vegetarian
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European Elder · 158 mg OverallScore61
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value

The disclosed elderberry amount offers moderate botanical support and is clearly stated as actual extract weight. Fruit identification improves label specificity, but the species, concentration ratio, and active-marker standardization remain undisclosed. Cost efficiency is moderate because the serving is relatively expensive for the amount of elderberry delivered.

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Acerola · 642 mg OverallScore58
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The large acerola dose makes this a practical option for people prioritizing the fruit ingredient itself. The label uses a natural fruit extract without disclosed synthetic vitamin C, but it does not verify vitamin C yield or concentration. Cost efficiency is weak when measured against the amount of acerola delivered.

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82 Performance

Immune Support

NATURELO Premium Supplements
<p>It offers broader or more targeted immune-support ingredients because 350 mg of elderberry is paired with echinacea, 500 mg of vitamin C from two sources, and 15 mg of zinc citrate. Compared with Black Elderberry, the botanical extracts do not include active-marker standardization.</p>
79 Performance

Elderberry + with Zinc

Paradise
<p>It offers broader or more targeted immune-support ingredients because 400 mg of Sambucus nigra extract is paired with 15 mg of zinc citrate in a concise formula. Compared with Black Elderberry, complete directions, non-active ingredients, and elderberry active-marker potency are not supplied.</p>
80 Performance

Reacta C with Black Elderberry

Solaray
<p>It offers broader or more targeted immune-support ingredients because 200 mg of black elderberry extract is paired with 500 mg of branded vitamin C. Compared with Black Elderberry, the vitamin C support base hides its components and complete non-active ingredients are unavailable.</p>
83 Budget

Elderberry 500 mg

NOW
<p>It lowers the recurring cost while 500 mg of 10-to-1 elderberry concentrate provides a focused, high-potency amount. Compared with Black Elderberry, species, plant part, and active-marker standardization are not stated.</p>
80 Budget

Elderberry 450 mg

Solaray
<p>It lowers the recurring cost while two disclosed elderberry entries provide a combined 450 mg amount. Compared with Black Elderberry, the duplicate naming does not clarify distinct forms, species, extraction, or active markers.</p>
86 Budget

Acerola 500 mg

Swanson Premium Brand
<p>It lowers the recurring cost while 500 mg of acerola supplies 125 mg of fruit-sourced vitamin C in a focused formula. Compared with Black Elderberry, it supports the original’s acerola component but omits elderberry, and botanical species and plant-part details are incomplete.</p>
80 Value

Black Elderberry Alcohol-Free

Herb Pharm
<p>It offers a practical quality-to-cost balance because 828 mg of Sambucus nigra fruit extract provides a high, clearly identified elderberry amount in an alcohol-free liquid. Compared with Black Elderberry, anthocyanin or other active-marker standardization is not supplied.</p>
81 Value

Sambucus Zinc-C

NOW
<p>It offers a practical quality-to-cost balance because 150 mg of 10-to-1 elderberry concentrate is paired with 100 mg of vitamin C and 3 mg of zinc bisglycinate. Compared with Black Elderberry, the elderberry species, plant part, and active-marker yield are not supplied.</p>
79 Value

Sambucus Black Elderberry 1000 mg

Nature's Truth
<p>It offers a practical quality-to-cost balance because a simple formula provides a clearly stated 1,000 mg elderberry amount. Compared with Black Elderberry, species, plant part, extract concentration, and active-marker details are not identified.</p>
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