Comparison

Free From gluten Penne vs Wholewheat Penne

Overall, Wholewheat Penne has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientFree From gluten PenneWholewheat Penne
Nutri-Score b a
NOVA group 4 1
Calories 368 kcal 138 kcal
Fat 2.4 g 0.6 g
Saturated fat 0.6 g 0.1 g
Sugars 1.2 g 0.7 g
Salt 0 g 0 g
Fiber 2.2 g 3.9 g
Protein 6.4 g 5.7 g
Additives10
AllergensNone listedGluten

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Wholewheat Penne has 63% fewer calories (138 kcal vs 368 kcal).
  • Wholewheat Penne has 75% less fat (0.6 g vs 2.4 g).
  • Wholewheat Penne has 83% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.6 g).
  • Wholewheat Penne has 42% less sugar (0.7 g vs 1.2 g).
  • Wholewheat Penne has 44% more fiber (3.9 g vs 2.2 g).
  • Free From gluten Penne has 11% more protein (6.4 g vs 5.7 g).
  • Wholewheat Penne has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Wholewheat Penne is less processed (lower NOVA group).
  • Only Wholewheat Penne lists: Gluten.

Ingredients

Free From gluten Penne

98% cornflour, chickpea flour, emulsifier: mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids

Wholewheat Penne

Durum Wholewheat Semolina

FAQ

Which is healthier: Free From gluten Penne or Wholewheat Penne?

Overall, Wholewheat Penne has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Wholewheat Penne has fewer calories: 138 kcal versus 368 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Wholewheat Penne has less sugar: 0.7 g versus 1.2 g per 100 g.

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