Last updated: November 2026 | Prices verified on 8 November 2026
After comparing 18 honey brands on purity testing, user ratings, price per kg and brand trust, the Saffola Honey Active 1 kg is our top pick for most buyers. At around Rs. 201–224 it is the cheapest NMR-tested honey here, with a 4.1-star rating from 27,310 buyers — and NMR testing is the one purity check that actually matters, because a 2020 Centre for Science and Environment investigation found 77% of 13 leading Indian honey brands adulterated with sugar syrup that standard FSSAI tests could not detect.
This guide covers five real, currently listed products from around Rs. 201 to Rs. 382 per kg: Saffola, Dabur, Zandu, Apis and Nature's Nectar. Four carry verified Amazon.in links; the Zandu 1 kg is shown as plain text because no verified listing link surfaced — we will not guess one. Prices swing wildly in this category — the same 1 kg jar can cost Rs. 201 one week and Rs. 400 the next — so every price here is approximate. For the rest of your winter immunity shelf, see the best chyawanprash in India and the best green tea in India.
One honest note before you buy: a '100% Pure' label or an FSSAI pass alone does not prove purity. Prefer NMR-tested brands, check the batch or NMR QR code where available, and buy sealed packs from the brand store or Amazon Retail — never from an unknown seller at a suspiciously low price.
Quick Picks — Winners at a Glance
| Rank | Product | Price (as of 8 November 2026) | Best For | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saffola Honey Active, Made with Sundarban Forest Honey, 1kg | Rs. 201 - Rs. 224 | best overall — NMR-tested value pick | NMR-tested, 4.1 stars from 27,310 buyers, cheapest per kg |
| 2 | Dabur Honey - 1kg | 100% Pure | No Sugar Adulteration | Rs. 382 - Rs. 405 | most trusted brand name | India's No.1 honey brand, FSSAI 22-parameter compliant |
| 3 | Zandu Pure Honey, 1KG | 100% Pure | German Lab Tested | Rs. 246 - Rs. 277 | best seller — Ayurvedic brand | No.1 Best Seller, 4.2 stars from 35,670 buyers |
| 4 | Apis Himalaya Honey, 1kg Each (Buy 1 Get 1 Free) | Rs. 337 - Rs. 349 | best bulk value — 2 kg for the price of one | Buy 1 Get 1 Free, 4.1 stars from 25,598 buyers |
| 5 | Nature's Nectar Raw Organic Honey 400g | 100% Pure NMR Tested | Rs. 369 | best raw, unprocessed premium pick | Raw and unprocessed, NMR report via QR code, 4.3 stars |
Winners and prices as of 8 November 2026. Prices vary by variant — confirm yours.
How We Ranked These
- Purity testing first: NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) testing is the stronger check — we note which brands are NMR-tested and which only claim FSSAI compliance.
- Rating base: a 4.2-star average from 35,670 buyers (Zandu) means far more than 4.3 stars from 4,786 (Nature's Nectar). Both numbers are shown.
- Price per kg: the same honey ranges from Rs. 201 to Rs. 405 per kg depending on seller and offers, so every pick is compared on its per-kg cost.
- Raw vs processed: raw, unprocessed honey keeps more enzymes and pollen — we flag the one genuinely raw pick and its premium price.
- Authenticity signals: brand store availability, FSSAI licence, batch QR codes and buyer reports of thin or watery texture are all weighed.
Prices in this guide come from Amazon.in listings and price trackers checked on 8 November 2026, and they swing sharply with coupons and sales — Saffola Honey Active was Rs. 201 on 6 November and Rs. 224 on a tracker the same week. Treat every figure as 'around Rs. X' and verify live before buying. Rating counts are as surfaced in our research; where a count was not shown, we say so.
1. Saffola Honey Active, Made with Sundarban Forest Honey, 1kg: Best for best overall — NMR-tested value pick
Rs. 201 - Rs. 224 (as of 8 November 2026)
The best combination of purity proof and price in this guide. Made with Sundarban Forest honey, 100% pure with no added sugar, and NMR-tested for purity — the one test that catches the sugar-syrup adulteration standard FSSAI tests miss. At around Rs. 201–224 for 1 kg against an MRP of Rs. 499, it is the cheapest pick here and carries a 4.1-star rating from 27,310 buyers. By Marico Limited, with the FSSAI number printed on the pack. The honest note: even top brands get a visible minority of reviews reporting thin or watery texture, so buy a sealed pack from the brand store or Amazon Retail.
Key Specifications
- Made with Sundarban Forest Honey
- 100% pure honey, no added sugar
- NMR tested for purity — no adulteration
- Natural immunity booster
- Marketed as a sugar substitute for weight management
- By Marico Limited; FSSAI No. 10012022000258
- 4.1 stars from 27,310 global ratings
- Frequently discounted against an MRP of Rs. 499
Pros
- NMR-tested — the strongest purity check here
- Cheapest per kg of the five
- Big rating base at 27,310 buyers
- Sundarban Forest honey sourcing
- FSSAI number printed on the pack
Cons
- Some buyers report thin or watery texture in reviews
- Price swings sharply with coupons (Rs. 201 to Rs. 224 in one week)
- No raw or unprocessed claim — it is processed honey
- Sweetness is subjective — some find it milder than Dabur
Who should buy: You want NMR-tested honey at the lowest price per kg, with a big rating base behind it.
Who should skip: You specifically want raw, unprocessed honey — the Nature's Nectar pick below is the raw one.
Bank offers: Check for a coupon on the product page — this listing is frequently discounted — plus any bank card offer at checkout.
2. Dabur Honey - 1kg | 100% Pure | No Sugar Adulteration: Best for most trusted brand name
Rs. 382 - Rs. 405 (as of 8 November 2026)
The most trusted name in Indian honey — Dabur calls it the world's No.1 honey brand, claims no sugar adulteration, and says it is compliant on all 22 FSSAI parameters. At around Rs. 382–405 for 1 kg against an MRP of Rs. 495, it is the priciest mass-market pick here, and the honest gap is the rating: the star rating for this exact 1 kg ASIN was not surfaced in our research. For context only, the 1.2 kg variant shows 4.4 stars from 2,701 ratings and the squeezy pack 4.4 stars from 93,000+ — but those are different listings, so we do not present them as this pack's rating. Buy it for the brand and the wide availability, not for a bargain.
Key Specifications
- Claims 'No Sugar Adulteration'
- Compliant on all 22 FSSAI parameters for honey
- 100% pure honey, no added sugar
- Positioned for fitness, immunity, antioxidants and minerals
- India's No.1 / largest branded honey brand
- Also available in 500 g, 250 g and squeezy packs
- 100% indigenous honey
Pros
- Most trusted honey brand in India
- Widest availability — every store stocks it
- FSSAI 22-parameter compliance claimed
- Squeezy pack is hugely popular (93,000+ ratings)
- Consistent taste buyers recognise
Cons
- Star rating for this exact 1 kg ASIN was not surfaced
- Priciest mass-market pick here at Rs. 382–405
- Not NMR-tested as prominently as Saffola or Nature's Nectar
- Some buyer reviews report thin texture — check the seal on delivery
Who should buy: You trust the Dabur name above all and want the most widely available honey in India.
Who should skip: You want the strongest purity proof per rupee — Saffola is NMR-tested at half the price.
Bank offers: Check Amazon for current card offers — SBI, ICICI and HDFC cards often carry instant discount during sale days; confirm at checkout.
3. Zandu Pure Honey, 1KG | 100% Pure | German Lab Tested: Best for best seller — Ayurvedic brand
Rs. 246 - Rs. 277 (as of 8 November 2026)
The No.1 Best Seller on Amazon in this category, and the highest-rated mass brand here at 4.2 stars from 35,670 buyers. German Lab tested, 'Guaranteed Pure' positioning, no added sugar and no adulteration, from Emami's Zandu Ayurvedic heritage brand — with an 18-month shelf life and FSSAI compliance. At around Rs. 246–277 for 1 kg against an MRP of Rs. 475–505, it is fairly priced, and it also carries a strong Flipkart rating of 4.3 from 67,612 reviews. The catch: no verified Amazon link surfaced for this listing in our research, so it is plain text until Shabo captures the SiteStripe link.
Key Specifications
- German Lab Tested; 'Guaranteed Pure'
- No added sugar, no adulteration
- Emami / Zandu Ayurvedic heritage brand
- FSSAI compliant; 18-month shelf life
- 4.2 stars from 35,670 ratings
- No.1 Best Seller on Amazon
- Flipkart rating 4.3 from 67,612 reviews
Pros
- No.1 Best Seller — the most-bought honey here
- Biggest rating base of the five at 35,670
- German Lab tested with a purity guarantee
- Fair price at Rs. 246–277 per kg
- Strong Flipkart rating too (4.3 from 67,612)
Cons
- No verified Amazon link surfaced — plain text until Shabo captures the SiteStripe link
- Price varies by platform (Rs. 246 on Amazon, Rs. 277 on Flipkart)
- No NMR claim as prominent as Saffola or Nature's Nectar
- Some buyers report batch-to-batch variation
Who should buy: You want the best-selling honey on Amazon with the biggest rating base and an Ayurvedic brand behind it.
Who should skip: You need a verified buy link right now — Saffola and Apis both have one.
Bank offers: No verified Amazon link yet for this listing — search the exact product name on Amazon.in. SiteStripe link pending.
No verified Amazon link yet for this listing — search the exact product name on Amazon.in. SiteStripe link pending.
4. Apis Himalaya Honey, 1kg Each (Buy 1 Get 1 Free): Best for best bulk value — 2 kg for the price of one
Rs. 337 - Rs. 349 (as of 8 November 2026)
The best per-kg value when the Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer is live — around Rs. 337–349 for two 1 kg jars, which works out to roughly Rs. 169–175 per kg, the cheapest per-kg cost in this guide. Pure Himalayan honey with no added sugar or adulteration, Amazon Top Brand status with 87–88% positive ratings, 10,000+ recent orders and 9+ years on Amazon, and a 4.1-star rating from 25,598 buyers. The single 1 kg without the offer was around Rs. 219 on 31 October, so the value depends on the B1G1 offer actually being live — check before ordering. Apis India Ltd is ISO 22000 certified.
Key Specifications
- Pure Himalayan honey, no added sugar or adulteration
- Buy 1 Get 1 Free — 2 kg total
- Amazon Top Brand — 87–88% positive ratings
- 10,000+ recent orders; 9+ years on Amazon
- 5,000–6,000+ bought in past month
- Apis India Ltd — ISO 22000 certified (Intertek)
- 4.1 stars from 25,598 global ratings
- 500 g variant is No.1 Best Seller in its size
Pros
- Cheapest per kg when the B1G1 offer is live
- Big rating base at 25,598 buyers
- Top Brand with 9+ years on Amazon
- ISO 22000 certified manufacturer
- 500 g variant is a best seller in its size
Cons
- Value depends on the B1G1 offer being live — without it, a single kg is Rs. 219
- Two 1 kg jars is a lot if you use honey slowly
- Some buyers report thin texture in reviews
- No NMR claim as prominent as Saffola or Nature's Nectar
Who should buy: Your household uses honey daily and the Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer is live — this is the cheapest per kg.
Who should skip: You use honey rarely — two kilos will crystallise before you finish them.
Bank offers: Check for a coupon on the product page and any bank card offer at checkout.
5. Nature's Nectar Raw Organic Honey 400g | 100% Pure NMR Tested: Best for best raw, unprocessed premium pick
Rs. 369 (as of 8 November 2026)
The purity-first pick, and the only genuinely raw honey in this guide. 100% raw and unprocessed — unpasteurised, so it retains natural enzymes, pollen, vitamins and minerals — NMR-tested for purity, with the NMR report available via a QR code on the pack. NPOP organic certified, free from C3/C4 sugars, pesticides and chemicals, with a 4.3-star rating from 4,786 buyers. The honest trade-off is price: at around Rs. 369 for 400 g it works out to roughly Rs. 922 per kg — more than double any mass brand here — and the rating base is the smallest of the five. Buy it for purity, not for value.
Key Specifications
- 100% raw and unprocessed / unpasteurised
- NMR tested — report available via QR code on pack
- NPOP organic certified
- Free from C3/C4 sugars, pesticides and chemicals
- Retains natural enzymes, pollen, vitamins and minerals
- 4.3 stars from 4,786 global ratings
- 400 g pack
- FSSAI / BRC quality standards claimed
Pros
- Only genuinely raw honey in this guide
- NMR report available via QR code — real transparency
- Highest star rating here at 4.3
- NPOP organic certified
- No C3/C4 sugars, pesticides or chemicals
Cons
- Most expensive per kg by far — around Rs. 922 per kg
- Smallest rating base here at 4,786 buyers
- Only 400 g — a small jar for the price
- Raw honey crystallises faster — normal, but surprises first-time buyers
Who should buy: Purity matters more than price to you, and you want raw, unprocessed honey with a verifiable NMR report.
Who should skip: You want value per kg — Saffola gives you NMR testing at around Rs. 201 per kg.
Bank offers: Premium listing — check for a coupon on the product page and any bank card offer at checkout.
Full Comparison Table
| Product | Price (as of 8 November 2026) | Purity Test | Rating | Pack | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saffola Honey Active, Made with Sundarban Forest Honey, 1kg | Rs. 201 - Rs. 224 | NMR tested | 4.1 stars (27,310) | 1 kg | best overall — NMR-tested value pick |
| Dabur Honey - 1kg | 100% Pure | No Sugar Adulteration | Rs. 382 - Rs. 405 | FSSAI 22-parameter | Not surfaced (1 kg) | 1 kg | most trusted brand name |
| Zandu Pure Honey, 1KG | 100% Pure | German Lab Tested | Rs. 246 - Rs. 277 | German Lab tested | 4.2 stars (35,670) | 1 kg | best seller — Ayurvedic brand |
| Apis Himalaya Honey, 1kg Each (Buy 1 Get 1 Free) | Rs. 337 - Rs. 349 | No added sugar | 4.1 stars (25,598) | 1 kg x 2 (B1G1) | best bulk value — 2 kg for the price of one |
| Nature's Nectar Raw Organic Honey 400g | 100% Pure NMR Tested | Rs. 369 | NMR + raw, organic | 4.3 stars (4,786) | 400 g | best raw, unprocessed premium pick |
Prices as of 8 November 2026. Tracker and roundup prices are indicative — verify live before buying.
How to Choose the Honey Brand
- 1. Look for NMR testing, not just '100% Pure'. A 2020 Centre for Science and Environment investigation found 77% of 13 leading Indian honey brands adulterated with sugar syrup that standard FSSAI tests could not detect. NMR is the stronger check — Saffola and Nature's Nectar both carry it. A '100% Pure' label or an FSSAI pass alone does not prove purity.
- 2. Compare price per kg, not pack price. The same 1 kg jar can cost Rs. 201 one week and Rs. 400 the next with coupons, and the Nature's Nectar 400 g jar at Rs. 369 works out to around Rs. 922 per kg. Divide price by weight before you decide.
- 3. Check the rating count, not just the stars. A 4.2-star average from 35,670 buyers (Zandu) is far stronger evidence than 4.3 stars from 4,786 (Nature's Nectar). This guide shows both numbers for every pick.
- 4. Crystallisation in winter is normal — it does not mean the honey is fake. Real honey turns thick and grainy in cold weather, especially raw honey. Warm the jar gently in warm water and it returns to liquid. Fake honey stays runny all winter.
- 5. Buy sealed packs from the brand store or Amazon Retail. Even top brands get a visible minority of reviews reporting thin or watery texture or suspected syrup, and prices swing wildly. Check the FSSAI licence, manufacturing and expiry dates on delivery, and avoid unknown sellers at suspiciously low prices.
- 6. Know the safety rules. Honey is not safe for children under 1 year because of botulism risk, and diabetics should treat honey as a sugar — it raises blood sugar like any sweetener, NMR-tested or not. For daily immunity, a spoon in warm water or green tea is the usual habit.
- 7. Store it right. Keep honey in a cool, dry place with the lid tight — it absorbs moisture and smells from the air. Do not refrigerate it; that speeds up crystallisation. A dark cupboard is ideal. For a warm winter drink to pair it with, see the best green tea in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best honey brand in India in 2026?
Our top pick is Saffola Honey Active 1 kg at around Rs. 201–224 — NMR-tested, 4.1 stars from 27,310 buyers, and the cheapest per kg. Dabur is the most trusted brand name, Zandu is the No.1 Best Seller with 35,670 ratings, and Nature's Nectar is the best raw, unprocessed pick if purity matters more than price.
How do I know if honey is pure? What is the NMR test?
NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) testing detects sugar-syrup adulteration that standard FSSAI tests miss — a 2020 CSE investigation found 77% of 13 leading brands adulterated this way. Prefer NMR-tested brands like Saffola and Nature's Nectar, check the batch or NMR QR code where available, and buy sealed packs from the brand store. No home test (water, flame, thumb) reliably proves purity.
Which honey is best for weight loss and daily immunity?
For daily use, Saffola Honey Active is marketed as a sugar substitute for weight management and is NMR-tested at the lowest price. But be honest with yourself: honey is still a sugar, and it supports a healthy routine — it does not cause weight loss on its own. A spoon in warm water or green tea is the usual daily habit.
Is honey safe for diabetics or for children under 1 year?
Honey is not safe for children under 1 year because of botulism risk — never give it to infants. Diabetics should treat honey as a sugar: it raises blood sugar like any sweetener, NMR-tested or not, so check with a doctor before using it daily.
Why does honey crystallise and turn thick and grainy in winter?
Crystallisation is normal for real honey — it happens faster in cold weather, especially with raw honey. It does not mean the honey is fake; in fact, fake syrup honey often stays runny all winter. Warm the jar gently in warm water and it returns to liquid. Do not microwave it.
Why does the same honey brand cost Rs. 200 in one place and Rs. 600 in another?
Honey prices swing with coupons, sales and sellers — the same 1 kg jar was Rs. 201 one week and Rs. 400 the next in our research. Pack size matters too: a 400 g premium jar at Rs. 369 costs around Rs. 922 per kg. Always compare price per kg and check the seller before buying.
Raw honey vs processed honey — which is better?
Raw, unprocessed honey like Nature's Nectar retains more enzymes, pollen, vitamins and minerals because it is not pasteurised — but it costs around Rs. 922 per kg and crystallises faster. Processed honey like Saffola is filtered and heated for a consistent texture and a much lower price, and NMR-tested processed honey is still a solid purity choice for daily use.
What is the best value honey per kg?
Apis Himalaya Honey is the cheapest per kg when its Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer is live — around Rs. 337–349 for 2 kg, roughly Rs. 169–175 per kg. Without the offer, Saffola Honey Active at around Rs. 201–224 per kg is the cheapest NMR-tested option.
How should I store honey?
Keep it in a cool, dry place with the lid tight — honey absorbs moisture and smells from the air. Do not refrigerate it; that speeds up crystallisation. A dark cupboard is ideal, and a crystallised jar can be restored by warming it gently in warm water.
Does passing the NMR test guarantee honey is pure?
NMR is the strongest widely used check and catches the sugar-syrup adulteration that standard tests miss, but results are batch-dependent and some big brands have failed independent NMR tests in later years. Prefer NMR-tested brands, check the batch QR code where available, and buy from the brand store — no single test is a lifetime guarantee.
Which honey brand is the No.1 Best Seller on Amazon?
Zandu Pure Honey 1 kg is flagged No.1 Best Seller on Amazon, with 4.2 stars from 35,670 buyers and a German Lab tested claim. Note that no verified Amazon link surfaced for it in our research, so it is shown as plain text until Shabo captures the SiteStripe link.
Final Verdict
Buy the Saffola Honey Active if you want NMR-tested honey at the lowest price — Rs. 201 per kg with 27,310 ratings behind it. Take the Dabur if you trust the brand name above all, the Zandu if you want the best seller with the biggest rating base, and the Apis B1G1 if your household uses honey daily. Pick the Nature's Nectar only if raw, unprocessed honey with a verifiable NMR report is worth around Rs. 922 per kg to you. And whatever you buy, check the seal and the batch on delivery — a '100% Pure' label is a claim, not a proof.
Researched by ShopFino Research Team | 18 compared, 5 shortlisted | Prices as of 8 November 2026
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