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Flavored Sparkling Water vs Soda: Which Costs More Calories?

Both foods can fit into a daily calorie budget, but one costs more. Compare the calorie price, budget damage, and smarter swaps.

Lower Cost Choice

Flavored Sparkling Water

$0

0% of daily budget

Pricier Choice

Soda

$280

14% of daily budget

Difference: $280

Calculations based on a 2,000 calorie daily budget. Set your personal budget on the calculator page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has more calories, flavored sparkling water or soda?

Soda has more calories, at 280 compared to 0 for flavored sparkling water.

Which is cheaper from a calorie budget?

Flavored Sparkling Water is the cheaper choice, costing about $280 less from a $2,000 daily calorie budget.

What is a smart swap for soda?

Soda doesn't have a specific smart swap yet, but flavored sparkling water is already the lower-cost pick between the two.