Reeses cups vs. Butterfinger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
How are Reeses cups and Butterfinger different?
- Reeses cups are higher in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Fiber, Folate, and Iron, however, Butterfinger is richer in Manganese, and Vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Butterfinger is 21% higher.
- Reeses cups contain 7 times more Vitamin B12 than Butterfinger. While Reeses cups contain 0.26µg of Vitamin B12, Butterfinger contains only 0.04µg.
- Butterfinger has less Sodium.
Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups and Candies, NESTLE, BUTTERFINGER Bar are the varieties used in this article.
Infographic
Infographic link
Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +29.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +116.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +53.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +107.1% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +550% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +78.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +136% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1046.7% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
5.4 g
Fats:
18.9 g
Carbs:
72.9 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +89.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.73 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.5 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.119 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.164 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +155.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +73.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -11.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 515kcal | 459kcal |
|
| Protein | 10.24g | 5.4g |
|
| Fats | 30.53g | 18.9g |
|
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg |
|
| Net carbs | 51.76g | 70.9g |
|
| Carbs | 55.36g | 72.9g |
|
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 0mg |
|
| Magnesium | 62mg | 48mg |
|
| Calcium | 78mg | 36mg |
|
| Potassium | 343mg | 220mg |
|
| Iron | 1.21mg | 0.79mg |
|
| Sugar | 47.17g | 45.9g |
|
| Fiber | 3.6g | 2g |
|
| Copper | 0.24mg | 0.193mg |
|
| Zinc | 1.28mg | 1mg |
|
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 97mg |
|
| Sodium | 357mg | 230mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 56IU | 0IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1.72mg |
|
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.49mg |
|
| Selenium | 1.4µg | 2.9µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.121mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.062mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 4.49mg | 2.649mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.37mg |
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.069mg |
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg | 0.04µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2.2µg |
|
| Folate | 50µg | 28µg |
|
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.04g |
|
| Choline | 35.4mg | 15mg |
|
| Saturated Fat | 10.73g | 9.5g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13.1g | 5.119g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.5g | 3.164g |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
People also compare
Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Butterfinger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Butterfinger is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Butterfinger contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Butterfinger is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
?
The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)