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Carlson Elite Omega-3 Gems

  • Omega-3
  • Softgel
  • 240
  • Lemon
4.8/ 5 on Amazon245Amazon ratings700+bought last month4.3ProductDome score
  • Better rated than 86%
Medium confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology
Best forYou want a higher dose omega-3 softgel with reduced fishy aftertaste

A high potency, lemon flavored omega-3 softgel from a wild caught Norwegian source, sized for long term daily use.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 131 omega-3 we track

4.3/ 5ProductDome scoreMedium confidence
Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.8

4.8★ across 245 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 1,400 ratings3.0

245 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score3.8

700+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score3.8

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: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

Carlson's Elite Omega-3 Gems are lemon flavored fish oil softgels delivering 1600mg of omega-3 with EPA and DHA per serving, sourced from wild caught Norwegian fish. The bottle holds 240 softgels.

Norwegian sourcing is a common marker for fish oil quality claims, tied to cold water fish and established sustainability programs in that region. The lemon flavoring is specifically aimed at reducing the fishy aftertaste that is the most common complaint about omega-3 softgels.

  • 1600mg omega-3 (EPA/DHA)
  • Wild caught Norwegian fish oil
  • Lemon flavored softgels
  • 240 count bottle

Who it's for

Fits regular omega-3 users who want a higher potency dose per serving and a large 240 count bottle to avoid frequent reordering. Less suited to someone wanting a small trial size.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out
  • High 1600mg EPA/DHA dose per serving
  • Wild caught, Norwegian sourced fish oil
  • Lemon flavor reduces aftertaste
  • Large 240 count bottle
What to check first
  • Fish oil source will not suit strict vegetarians or vegans
  • Softgel size and daily count not specified beyond total count

Performance notes

At 1600mg of combined EPA and DHA, this sits on the higher end for a single softgel serving compared to many standard fish oil products, which typically run lower. Lemon flavoring works at the point of taste rather than changing digestion, so any fish burp tendency depends more on the individual.

Specifications

BrandCarlson
Model088395017131
FormSoftgel
Count240
FlavorLemon
BenefitsSoftening
DietGluten Free

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in omega-3.

ProductAmazon ratingRatingsProductDome score
Carlson Elite Omega-3 GemsThis product4.8 / 52454.3 / 5
Nature Made Fish Oil Omega 3 SupplementsNATURE4.8 / 511,0004.7 / 5
NOW Supplements, Omega-3 180 EPA / 120 DHA, Molecularly Distilled, Cardiovascular…Now4.8 / 57,4004.7 / 5
Nordic Naturals Ultimate OmegaNordic4.7 / 559,0004.6 / 5
NatureWise Extra-Strength Omega 3 Fish Oil SupplementNatureWise4.7 / 59,5004.6 / 5
Frequently asked

Questions about the Carlson 088395017131

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

How much omega-3 is in each serving?

Each serving provides 1600mg of combined EPA and DHA omega-3.

Where is the fish oil sourced from?

It comes from wild caught Norwegian fish.

Does it taste fishy?

It is lemon flavored, which is intended to reduce the fishy aftertaste common to omega-3 softgels.