Food comparison
Apple vs banana
Compare an apple with skin and a banana. The reference portions differ in size; the 100 g table gives both foods the same weight.
Per 100 g, Apple, with skin contains 13.8 g of total carbohydrate, compared with 22.8 g in Banana. These values describe the specific USDA records linked below, including each food’s preparation.
Apple, with skin
13.8 g carbs / 100 g
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Banana
22.8 g carbs / 100 g
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| Per 100 g | Apple, with skin | Banana |
|---|---|---|
| Total carbohydrate (g) | 13.8 | 22.8 |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 2.4 | 2.6 |
| Total sugars (g) | 10.4 | 12.2 |
| Protein (g) | 0.3 | 1.1 |
| Total fat (g) | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Energy (kcal) | 52 | 89 |
The reference portions
These amounts can have different weights. They are source measurements, not recommended servings.
- Apple, with skin: 1 medium (3" dia) (182 g) contains 25.1 g of carbohydrate.
- Banana: 1 medium (7" to 7-7/8" long) (118 g) contains 26.9 g of carbohydrate.
How to use this comparison
The same-weight table compares nutrient concentrations. Your portion may be larger or smaller. Open either food’s calculator to calculate your actual amount, or use the interactive comparator for other foods. A lower carbohydrate value alone does not establish which food is best for you.
Sources
Apple, with skin — FDC 171688. SR Legacy, April 2018. Original description: Apples, raw, with skin (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program).
Banana — FDC 173944. SR Legacy, April 2018. Original description: Bananas, raw.
Computed directly from the source profiles in CarbTable. Imported October 26, 2026. Read the calculation rules.