Gummies vs. tablets: Which supplement is better?
Gummies vs. tablets: Which format is best for supplements?
Dietary supplements have evolved a lot: they no longer only come in capsules or hard pills. Today, gummies They have become a colorful and attractive alternative, especially for children and adults seeking comfort.
But… are they better than the classic tabletsWhich one should you make with your tablet making machine? In this article, we compare both formats based on their advantages, disadvantages, and recommended uses.
🍬 What are functional gummies?
They are nutritional supplements with a gummy shape and texture. They are made with pectin or gelatin and are mixed with vitamins, minerals, or natural extracts.
Tasty and easy to consume
Pleasant for children or people with swallowing difficulties
They chew like a soft candy
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1.880,93$ Taxes includedWhat are tablets?
They are compact, dry tablets made under pressure with a tabletting machine. Their shape allows precise dosage and stability in the long term.
Economical and easy to manufacture
Higher concentration of active ingredients
Long shelf life without the need for refrigeration
⚖️ Comparison: gummies vs. tablets
| Feature | Gummies | Tablets |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of consumption | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Concentration per unit | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Shelf life | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Production cost | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Dose control | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Ideal for children | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
| Ideal for serious supplements | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
🧪 What can you make?
With a pill making machine you can produce:
Vitamin tablets (C, D, zinc, B12)
Herbal pills (valerian, turmeric, ashwagandha)
Pet supplements, solid cosmetics or natural cleaning
Chewable tablets that resemble soft gummies (using mild excipients)
👉 If you want to make real gummies, you'll need silicone molds, pectin or gelatin, and more complex cooking techniques (not pressing).
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3.918,60$ Taxes included🧾 Which is better?
It depends on your audience and the supplement:
If you are looking for convenience, flavor and appeal to children or older adults, gummies can be ideal.
If you are looking for precision, power, durability and low cost, the tablets win by far.
💡 The best thing: you can make flavored chewable tablets, which offer the best of both worlds.
🎯 Ideal for…
| Target audience | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Children or elderly people | Gummies or chewable |
| Athletes or active adults | Tablets |
| Large-scale production | Tablets |
| Cosmetics and personal care | Solid tablets |
🧾 Conclusion
Both the gummies like tablets have advantages. But if you are just starting out in making natural or custom supplements, homemade tablets with your own machine They are the best option due to their ease, low cost and versatility.
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