Comparison

Original Popcorn vs Salted Popcorn

Overall, Salted Popcorn has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrient	Original Popcorn	Salted Popcorn
Nutri-Score	d	a
NOVA group	3	4
Calories	556 kcal	524 kcal
Fat	38.9 g	31.2 g
Saturated fat	2.8 g	0.5 g
Sugars	0 g	0.4 g
Salt	1.2 g	0.3 g
Fiber	5.6 g	8.7 g
Protein	5.6 g	7.6 g
Additives	0	1
Allergens	None listed	Soybeans

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

Key differences

Salted Popcorn has 20% less fat (31.2 g vs 38.9 g).
Salted Popcorn has 82% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 2.8 g).
Original Popcorn has no sugar, while Salted Popcorn has 0.4 g.
Salted Popcorn has 75% less salt (0.3 g vs 1.2 g).
Salted Popcorn has 36% more fiber (8.7 g vs 5.6 g).
Salted Popcorn has 27% more protein (7.6 g vs 5.6 g).
Salted Popcorn has the better Nutri-Score.
Original Popcorn is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Only Salted Popcorn lists: Soybeans.

Ingredients

Original Popcorn

Popcorn, sunflower oil, salt

Salted Popcorn

maize, rapeseed oil, salt, emulsifier (soya lecithins)

FAQ

Which is healthier: Original Popcorn or Salted Popcorn?

Overall, Salted Popcorn 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?

Salted Popcorn has fewer calories: 524 kcal versus 556 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Original Popcorn has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.4 g per 100 g.

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