Midori Spring vs Steady Matcha Matcha: 2026 Comparison
Midori Spring sources from Indonesia while Steady Matcha sources from Uji, Japan, giving each brand a distinct terroir and flavor profile. On testing transparency, Midori Spring (Tier 2) discloses more than Steady Matcha (Tier 99), though neither publishes a full numeric ppb COA. Both brands are priced within 5% of each other per gram, so price is not a meaningful differentiator here. Note: Steady Matcha is a pre-launch brand. Its COA will be published at launch (September 2026). No numeric heavy metal values are available before that date.
Verdict by Axis
No single overall winner is declared. The better choice depends on which axis matters most to you.
Price per gram
Tie / indeterminate
Both brands are priced within 5% of each other ($0.93/g vs $0.89/g). Effectively a tie.
Testing transparency
Midori Spring
Midori Spring is Tier 2 vs Launching (COA pending) for Steady Matcha. Lower tier number means more disclosure.
Published lead level
Tie / indeterminate
Midori Spring publishes a lead value (0.135 ppm). Steady Matcha has not published a numeric lead value. Cannot compare directly.
Origin
Tie / indeterminate
One or both brands have not publicly disclosed their leaf origin region.
Organic certification
Tie / indeterminate
Both brands hold organic certification (ORGANIC and ORGANIC). Tie.
Side-by-Side Spec Table
| Field | Midori Spring | Steady MatchaUS |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Indonesia | Uji, Japan |
| Grade | Ceremonial | Ceremonial |
| Price per gram | $0.93/g | $0.89/gBetter |
| Transparency tier | Tier 2 | Launching |
| Publishes numeric COA | No | No |
| Third-party tested | Yes | Yes |
| Organic certification | ORGANIC | ORGANIC |
| Lead (published) | 0.135 ppm | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Cadmium (published) | Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026) | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Arsenic (published) | Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026) | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Mercury (published) | Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026) | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Pesticide tested | Yes | Yes |
| Last verified | June 27, 2026 | June 22, 2026 |
Origin
Grade
Price per gram
Transparency tier
Publishes numeric COA
Third-party tested
Organic certification
Lead (published)
Cadmium (published)
Arsenic (published)
Mercury (published)
Pesticide tested
Last verified
Heavy Metals and Safety Disclosure
Midori Spring reports a lead level of 0.135 ppm (verified June 27, 2026). Steady Matcha has not published a numeric lead value (checked June 22, 2026). Without a published value from Steady Matcha, a direct comparison is not possible. The absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger.
| Metal | Midori Spring | Steady Matcha |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | 0.135 ppm | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Cadmium | Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026) | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Arsenic | Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026) | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
| Mercury | Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026) | COA publishing at launch (Sept 2026) |
Source: brand-published COAs and independent test results. Values are from specific batches and dates. Absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger. Last verified: Midori Spring June 27, 2026, Steady Matcha June 22, 2026.
Price Comparison
Midori Spring ($0.93/g) and Steady Matcha ($0.89/g) are priced within 4% of each other per gram. The price difference is negligible for most buyers.
Detailed Analysis
Testing Transparency
Midori Spring publishes some COA data but not at full ppb resolution with a named lab and date. Steady Matcha is a pre-launch brand. Its COA will be published at launch (September 2026). No numeric values are available before that date.
Origin and Sourcing
Midori Spring sources from Indonesia and Steady Matcha sources from Uji, Japan. Different growing regions produce distinct flavor profiles: Uji matcha tends toward sweet umami, Kagoshima toward fresh and grassy, and Yame toward rich and complex. Neither region is objectively superior.
Which Should You Buy?
If testing transparency is your priority: Midori Spring (Tier 2) discloses more than Steady Matcha (Launching (COA pending)). Note: Steady Matcha is a pre-launch brand shipping September 2026. If you need matcha now, Midori Spring is available immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Midori Spring or Steady Matcha cheaper?
Steady Matcha is cheaper at $0.89/g vs $0.93/g per gram, a difference of $0.04/g. Prices verified as of 2026-06.
Does Midori Spring publish lab results?
Midori Spring publishes some COA data but not at full ppb resolution with a named lab and date. Verified June 27, 2026.
Does Steady Matcha publish lab results?
Steady Matcha is a pre-launch brand. Its COA will be published at launch (September 2026). No numeric results are available before that date.
Are Midori Spring and Steady Matcha both third-party tested?
Both brands claim third-party testing. However, third-party testing is only independently verifiable when the brand publishes the actual COA with the lab name, test date, and numeric results.
Related comparisons
All data in this comparison is sourced from publicly available COAs, brand websites, and independent test results. Every safety data point carries its source and last-verified date. Steady Matcha does not conduct or claim ownership of third-party test results for other brands. Brand information changes: verify current status before purchasing.