Calorie comparison
Crab vs Shrimp
Per 100 grams, crab is the lighter choice by 2 calories, while shrimp delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Crab | Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 97 | 99 |
| Protein | 19 g | 24 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 0.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🦀 Crab
3 oz cooked (85 g)
82 cal
16.2 g protein · 0 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
🦐 Shrimp
3 oz cooked (85 g)
84 cal
20.4 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, crab or shrimp?
Per 100 g, crab has 97 calories and shrimp has 99. Crab is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, crab or shrimp?
Crab has 19 g of protein per 100 g; shrimp has 24 g. Shrimp wins on protein.
Is crab or shrimp better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward crab — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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