NOW Foods Supplements
- Omega-3
- Softgel
- Omega
- 180
- Better rated than 86%
- More reviewed than 77%
A large 180 count bottle of enteric-coated, molecularly distilled omega-3, aimed at people who want the heart and brain benefits of fish oil without the aftertaste.
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How it ranks among the 131 omega-3 we track
4.8★ across 4,200 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
4,200 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
9,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 131 omega-3 we track - how the scorecard works · full omega-3 data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
NOW Foods Ultra Omega-3 packs 180 enteric-coated softgels, molecularly distilled to concentrate EPA and DHA while filtering out contaminants common to raw fish oil. It carries halal, keto and kosher certifications.
Molecular distillation and enteric coating both address common complaints about fish oil: distillation removes heavy metals and other contaminants concentrated in raw oil, while the enteric coating is meant to delay the softgel dissolving until it passes the stomach, cutting down on fishy burps.
- 180 softgels, molecularly distilled
- Enteric coated to reduce burps
- Halal, keto, kosher certified
- Dairy free, egg free, non-GMO
Who it's for
Suits people who want a large supply of omega-3 softgels for ongoing brain and heart health support and have had trouble with fish oil aftertaste or reflux in the past. Less relevant to anyone following a vegan diet, since this is fish-derived.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Enteric coated to reduce fishy aftertaste
- Molecularly distilled and purified
- Halal, keto and kosher certified
- Large 180 count bottle
- Fish-derived, not vegan
- Large count may be excess for occasional users
Performance notes
The enteric coating is the key mechanical detail here, it is designed to keep the softgel intact until it clears the stomach so it breaks down further along the digestive tract, which is the usual fix for fish oil burps. Molecular distillation is a separate purification step that concentrates omega-3s while reducing contaminants picked up from the source fish.
Specifications
| Brand | Now |
|---|---|
| Model | 1662 |
| Form | Softgel |
| Supplement Type | Omega |
| Count | 180 |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Benefits | Brain Health Support, Heart Health Support |
| Diet | Halal, Keto, Kosher |
| Allergens | Dairy Free, Egg Free, Non-GMO |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in omega-3.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOW Foods SupplementsThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 4,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Nature Made Fish Oil Omega 3 SupplementsNATURE | 4.8 / 5 | 11,000 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Nordic Naturals Ultimate OmegaNordic | 4.7 / 5 | 59,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| NatureWise Extra-Strength Omega 3 Fish Oil SupplementNatureWise | 4.7 / 5 | 9,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Dr. Tobias Omega 3 Fish Oil 2000mg Triple Strength with 800mg EPA 600mg DHA Per ServingDR | 4.6 / 5 | 36,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Now 1662
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What does enteric coated mean for this omega-3?
It means the softgel is designed to resist breaking down until after it passes the stomach, aimed at reducing fishy aftertaste.
Is NOW Foods Ultra Omega-3 kosher?
Yes, it is listed halal, keto and kosher certified.
How many softgels are in a bottle?
180 softgels.