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Teafy vs Thematchamotto Matcha: 2026 Comparison

Teafy sources from Kyoto Uji + Shizuoka, Japan while Thematchamotto sources from Japan, giving each brand a distinct terroir and flavor profile. Teafy publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named lab. Thematchamotto has not published equivalent numeric results as of the last verification date.

VerdictSpec tableHeavy metalsPriceFAQ

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

Only Teafy has a published price ($0.70/g). Cannot compare.

Testing transparency

Teafy

Teafy is Tier 1 vs Unrated for Thematchamotto. Lower tier number means more disclosure.

Published lead level

Tie / indeterminate

Teafy publishes a lead value (67 ppb). Thematchamotto 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 (EU and ORGANIC). Tie.

Side-by-Side Spec Table

FieldTeafyThematchamotto
OriginKyoto Uji + Shizuoka, JapanJapan
GradeCeremonialNot specified
Price per gram$0.70/gNot available
Transparency tierTier 1--
Publishes numeric COAYesBetterNo
Third-party testedYesBetterNo
Organic certificationEUORGANIC
Lead (published)67 ppbNot publicly published (checked date unknown)
Cadmium (published)13 ppbNot publicly published (checked date unknown)
Arsenic (published)21 ppbNot publicly published (checked date unknown)
Mercury (published)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Pesticide testedYesNo
Last verifiedJune 21, 2026date unknown
Teafy
Thematchamotto

Origin

Kyoto Uji + Shizuoka, Japan
Japan

Grade

Ceremonial
Not specified

Price per gram

$0.70/g
Not available

Transparency tier

Tier 1
--

Publishes numeric COA

Yes
No

Third-party tested

Yes
No

Organic certification

EU
ORGANIC

Lead (published)

67 ppb
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Cadmium (published)

13 ppb
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Arsenic (published)

21 ppb
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Mercury (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Pesticide tested

Yes
No

Last verified

June 21, 2026
date unknown

Heavy Metals and Safety Disclosure

Teafy reports a lead level of 67 ppb (verified June 21, 2026). Thematchamotto has not published a numeric lead value (checked date unknown). Without a published value from Thematchamotto, a direct comparison is not possible. The absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger.

MetalTeafyThematchamotto
Lead67 ppbNot publicly published (checked date unknown)
Cadmium13 ppbNot publicly published (checked date unknown)
Arsenic21 ppbNot publicly published (checked date unknown)
MercuryNot publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

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: Teafy June 21, 2026, Thematchamotto date unknown.

Price Comparison

Thematchamotto does not have a published price per gram. Teafy is priced at $0.70/g (as of 2026-06).

Detailed Analysis

Testing Transparency

Teafy publishes a numeric COA with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Thematchamotto has not published equivalent numeric results. No public testing statement has been found for Thematchamotto as of the last verification date.

Origin and Sourcing

Teafy sources from Kyoto Uji + Shizuoka, Japan and Thematchamotto sources from 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: Teafy (Tier 1) discloses more than Thematchamotto (Unrated).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Teafy vs Thematchamotto?

Teafy is priced at $0.70/g. Thematchamotto does not have a published price per gram available.

Does Teafy publish lab results?

Yes. Teafy publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Verified June 21, 2026.

Does Thematchamotto publish lab results?

No public testing statement or COA has been found for Thematchamotto as of date unknown.

Which is third-party tested: Teafy or Thematchamotto?

Teafy is third-party tested. Thematchamotto does not have a confirmed third-party testing status as of the last verification date.

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