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Gummies surpassed smoking as the most popular method for using cannabis in 2023, according to BDSA data. While dispensary edibles are great, they’re much less widely available than hemp-derived gummies, thanks to the Farm Bill.
However, the market for hemp gummies generally lacks the strict controls of the cannabis industry, so you have to be extra careful about what you buy.
That’s why we’ve taken an in-depth look at the hemp gummies on the market, ranking them based on objective criteria for safety, efficacy and reliability, independent lab testing and first-hand user experience. These are the best ones we found.
What makes a THC gummy effective?
Not Just THC
Blends which include CBD and minor cannabinoids such as CBG or CBN offer a more well-rounded experience. It doesn’t just have to be 5 mg or more of THC to be a fun high, so we prioritized wider-ranging blends.
Delta-8 is OK but Semi-Synthetic
Delta-8 THC probably isn’t dangerous on its own, but it often comes with unintended byproducts from its synthesis. So we preferred delta-9, but this wasn’t a strict requirement.
THCV is Best Avoided
THCV actually dampens the effects of THC at low doses, so we generally avoided gummies containing it.
Terpenes Matter
As always, terpenes are a key part of the experience. Linalool and myrcene are relaxing, and limonene and pinene are uplifting.
We evaluated 87 THC gummies to put together our recommendations. After ranking 11 qualifying products based on our expert-backed framework and first-hand testing, these seven were the very best.
Medterra Daily Delight THC Gummies
- Type: Full spectrum extract
- Potency: 5 mg THC and 25 mg CBD per gummy
- CBD:THC ratio: 5:1
- Top terpenes: Limonene
- Price: $39.99 for 20 gummies/100 mg THC ($0.400 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “THANKS30” for 30% off
Medterra’s Daily Delight gummies are one of the best options out there for recreational use because they combine a truly full-spectrum hemp extract with solid cultivation and manufacturing.
While it isn’t USDA-certified organic, the hemp is grown according to organic practices and the extract is both consistent and free from contaminants. Medterra oversees the whole process from seed to sale, and everything is made in a GMP certified manufacturing facility.
The gummies themselves also mix in CBD, CBC, CBG and CBT, as well as the uplifting terpene limonene. This gives you a true full spectrum experience, and the 5 mg THC is strong enough to feel while not blasting you off with a single dose.
View our independent lab test.
Our independent lab test of Medterra’s Daily Delight gummies broadly agrees with the manufacturer’s COA, with close matches for CBD and THC but some differences for minor cannabinoids.
Our lab test showed 6.13 mg/g CBD and 1.16 mg/g delta-9 THC, closely matching the 6 mg/g and 1.2 mg/g in the manufacturer COA.
The remaining cannabinoids showed small differences. CBDV, CBG and CBT were lower in our tests, while CBN, CBC and CBT were higher in our tests. These differences were all small, though.
- Genuine full spectrum gummies
- CBD, CBC, CBG and CBT as well as THC
- 5 mg THC dose is well balanced
- Contains limonene for an uplifting high
- Made with organic ingredients
- A little expensive
- Only one terpene at detectable levels
- CBD:THC ratio reduces the intensity of the high
Summit 15 mg Delta-9 THC Gummies
- Type: Full spectrum extract
- Potency: 15 mg THC per gummy
- CBD:THC ratio: ~1:150
- Top Terpenes: No detectable terpenes
- Price: $49.99 for 20 gummies/300 mg THC ($0.167 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “SUMMIT15” for 15% off
Summit is the sister brand to R&R CBD, one of the consistently best-scoring brands based on our framework. And these gummies are just as good as any R&R product.
Lab reports prove that not only are these gummies free from contaminants; they also pack a full spectrum of cannabinoids alongside a sizable 15 mg of THC. They’re perfect for more experienced users who are looking for something to really take them to the peak.
The THC is joined by smaller amounts of CBG, CBC, CBN and CBD, offering a well-rounded high. While terpenes aren’t detectable in the mix, the cannabinoid blend does a great job on its own. The biggest risk is taking too much – approach with caution!
- Colorado-grown hemp
- CBG, CBC, CBN and CBD as well as THC
- Excellent price – about $0.17 per mg THC
- USDA Organic hemp
- High-quality manufacturing
- Strong, but possibly too strong
- No detectable terpenes
Aspen Green Bliss Organic Full Spectrum Gummies
- Type: Full spectrum extract
- Potency: 5 mg THC + THCV, 100 mg CBD + CBDV
- CBD:THC ratio: 20:1
- Top Terpenes: No detectable terpenes
- Price: $89.99 for 30 gummies/150 mg THC ($0.600 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “feelgood25” for 25% off
Aspen Green knocks just about everything out of the park.
All of the relevant ingredients in their Bliss Organic Full Spectrum Gummies are USDA-certified organic, their extracts are produced cleanly from the flowering tops of single-strain hemp plants, their manufacturing facilities are GMP-certified and FDA-registered, and everything is tested by a reputable, accredited lab.
The gummies themselves are about as good as you’d expect given all this. With CBC, CBG and CBN in addition to the THC and CBD, they offer a rounded, balanced high and they’re also great if you’re looking for something to help you sleep.
The gummies do include THCV, which isn’t ideal in lower doses, but the overall quality is hard to fault.
View our independent lab test.
Our independent lab test of Aspen Green’s Bliss gummies shows a close match to the manufacturer’s COA on both major and minor cannabinoids.
Our test showed 15.6 mg/g of CBD and 0.653 mg/g of delta-9 THC, compared to 16.8 mg/g and 0.8 mg/g in Aspen Green’s COA. The THC difference amounts to around 0.7 mg per 5 g gummy, which is substantial. This also means 6 mg less CBD per gummy based on our test.
However, CBC, CBG, CBN and THCV are all fairly close across both reports.
- USDA certified organic
- Colorado-grown hemp
- Flower-derived extract
- Full spectrum: CBC, CBG, CBN, CBD and THC
- Top-quality manufacturing
- Also great as a sleep aid
- Quite expensive per mg THC
- Includes THCV
- Less THC in independent lab test
- No detectable terpenes
Cornbread Hemp Blood Orange Bliss THC Gummies
- Type: Full spectrum extract
- Potency: 10 mg THC, 10 mg CBD
- CBD:THC ratio: 1:1
- Top terpenes: Limonene
- Price: $49.99 for 20 gummies/200 mg THC ($0.250 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “LADY” for 30% off
Cornbread Hemp is one of the best companies in the industry, and their Blood Orange Bliss THC Gummies are a perfect example of why.
The gummies use a flower-only extract taken from Kentucky-grown, USDA organic hemp, and they’re made with organic ingredients in a GMP-certified facility. The 1:1 THC:CBD ratio expertly balances the high from THC with the calming, moderating effects of CBD.
Add in the CBC and D-limonene and it’s the perfect recipe for an uplifting THC gummy. The 10 mg dose is right in the sweet spot for more experienced users, and new users can take half (or less) and increase from there. The low price per mg is just the cherry on top.
- Full spectrum: THC, CBD and CBC
- USDA certified organic
- Flower-derived extract
- Good price per mg THC
- D-limonene complements the THC perfectly
- Well-balanced dosage
- Fewer cannabinoids than other options
- Not ideal for very low doses
Vena Xtra Bliss
- CBD type: Full spectrum
- Potency: 10 mg THC, 10 mg CBD, 2 mg CBG
- CBD:THC ratio: 1:1
- Terpenes: None detected
- Price: $79.95 for 30 gummies/300 mg THC ($0.267 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “BACK50” for 50% off
Vena’s Xtra Bliss gummies combine a good selection of cannabinoids with a solid price per mg of THC, making it a great option if you’re looking for a balanced, blissful high.
Vena takes a lot of care over their ingredients, using all-natural flavors, avoiding preservatives, not using high fructose corn syrup, and making the gummies completely vegan.
The 10 mg:10 mg THC:CBD balance is ideal for most situations, offering enough THC for a pleasant high with the CBD to take the edge off. As well as 2 mg CBG, the gummies also include CBN and smaller amounts of CBC and CBT.
We’d have liked to see more transparency about their manufacturing, but overall the gummies are great.
View our independent lab test.
Our independent lab test showed a very close match with the one provided to customers by Vena. In one case, the results matched down to 0.003 mg per g.
Both the original Vena lab test and ours were conducted by InfiniteCAL, so perhaps it isn’t too surprising that the results match so closely. But it’s still impressive: for instance, THC (2.33 vs. 2.28 mg/g) and CBD (2.55 vs. 2.47 mg/g) both come in less than 0.1 mg higher per g in our test.
- Full spectrum: THC, CBD, CBG, CBN and more
- Even THC:CBD ratio
- Independent lab test matches manufacturer COA
- Good price per mg THC
- Vegan gummies
- Clean, natural ingredients
- Contains THCV
- No terpenes detected
cbdMD Vibe Max Dose Delta-9 THC Nano Gummies
- Type: Full spectrum
- Potency: 18 mg THC
- CBD:THC ratio: ~1:300
- Top Terpenes: None detected
- Price: $59.99 for 20 gummies/360 mg THC ($0.167 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “WECARE40” for 40% off
cbdMD has been in the industry since the early days, and you can always be sure of quality when you’re buying from the brand.
This experience comes through clearly in their new fast-acting “Nano Gummies” – so called because of the nano-emulsified THC which absorbs quickly. This is a big selling point for these gummies, and the 18 mg per serving THC dose means they’re the best option if you want to get really high.
There isn’t much CBD, and even though the small amounts of THCV present might control the effects a little, these are not the best for new users. But if the usual options don’t hit hard or quick enough for you, these gummies are an ideal choice.
- Most potent gummies in this list
- Fast-acting, nano-emulsified THC
- Excellent price per mg
- Top-quality manufacturing
- Vegan gummies
- Too strong for new users
- No terpenes detected
- Weak cannabinoid selection
Five Sour Diesel Fast-Acting Gummies
- CBD type: Full spectrum
- Potency: 15 mg THC, 15 mg CBD
- CBD:THC ratio: 1:1
- Terpenes: Myrcene, alpha-humulene
- Price: $62.98 for 20 gummies/300 mg THC ($0.210 per mg THC)
- Coupon: “TRUST50” for 50% off
Five’s Fast-Acting Gummies do just what they claim to: offer a substantial dose of THC that takes effect quickly.
Although 15 mg is a big dose for less experienced users, it is balanced by equal amounts of CBD, as well as CBG, CBN and other minor cannabinoids. This takes the edge off the experience, alongside the calming myrcene in the mix. These are genuine full spectrum gummies, terpenes and all.
The price is also fantastic, beating out most of the competition at just 21 cents per mg of THC (with additional savings if you choose a bigger pack).
They also use many organic ingredients, but they’re a little unclear about their hemp and their manufacturing, which cost them points.
- Genuine full spectrum: THC, CBD, CBG, CBN and more
- Contains myrcene, a calming terpene
- 1:1 CBD:THC ratio
- Great price per mg
- Organic ingredients
- Vegan gummies
- Dosage not ideal for new users
- Contains THCV
- Unclear about hemp sourcing and manufacturing
Honorable Mention
Summit’s Delta-9 THC Gummies made the main list, but their sister brand R&R released a new THC gummy while we were working on this article. We’re only giving it an honorable mention, because the gummies weren’t tested for terpenes.
However, R&R is a consistent performer and their THC gummies are still excellent quality, made with USDA organic hemp. The 2:1 CBD:THC ratio offers a light high, balanced out by CBD and a whole spectrum of cannabinoids, including CBG, CBN and CBC.
The gummies are also made with real fruit juice, natural flavorings, and without added sugar, making them a solid option if you want an edible without unnecessary calories. The price is a little high, though.
Other THC Gummies We Considered
We started out with a list of 87 Delta-9 THC gummies, and trimmed the list down to the best candidates using some key criteria from our evaluation framework. Aside from just having a COA at all – which is a fundamental requirement – the main factors that discounted products were:
- COA Over a Year Old: Having a lab report is good, but if it’s over a year old, then it’s unlikely to reflect the product still on the shelves. The THC and other cannabinoids could have degraded in storage or – more likely – there have been new batches released which have not been lab tested. 13 products were discounted solely on this basis.
- No Full Panel Safety Test: Without full panel safety testing – including heavy metals, residual solvents, pesticides, microbials and mycotoxins – products cannot be confirmed to be safe to use. 22 products were discounted because they weren’t full panel tested.
- No Terpene Testing: Cannabinoids are only part of the picture, and terpenes bring their own effects to the table. Without testing for terpenes, it’s hard to say a product is truly full spectrum or to be sure of all the likely effects. 37 products were discounted because of this.
Discounting four products that didn’t share COAs at all, this left 11 products to be scored. Only four of these products scored over 80%, but we also included the three next-highest scorers and one honorable mention in this list. You can check the full scoring here.
Generally, most of the points lost by these brands – Kiva Confections, Hemp Bombs, Cookies and Ayrloom – were related to aspects of cultivation (e.g. organic farming, single origin hemp and single-strain extracts) or manufacturing (GMP certification and FDA registration).
Methodology: How We Ranked the Best THC Gummies
- Expert Interviews: We interviewed two experts on cannabis gummies specifically for this project, and used their insights, along with existing interviews and independent research to determine the key factors for a recreational gummy.
- Market Research: We conducted an automated search (coded by CBD Oracle) of Google and DuckDuckGo for “THC Gummies” (with additional search terms to remove some articles simply listing products), taking the first 150 results from each and any internal links, before scraping the text from all pages. This was fed to ChatGPT, which suggested two products from each brand according to our criteria. This output was checked manually to confirm, and any brands in our database not included were added manually. This resulted in 87 products.
- Product Analysis: We used the criteria described above to create a shortlist of products, which were then scored on our Product Quality Evaluation Framework.
- Independent Lab Testing: Any products scoring over 80% on our framework were sent to InfiniteCAL for independent lab tests, to confirm manufacturer claims.
- First-Hand Testing: These same products were tested first-hand by members of the Oracle team, who made notes on their thoughts and experience.
You can learn more about CBD Oracle’s product testing methodology here.
Expert Advice: How to Choose a THC Gummy for Recreational Use
We spoke to two experts in cannabis edibles to help us devise criteria and create this list. Their insights on key issues helped us throughout, and we’ve collected them here to help you choose your own ideal gummy from the multitude of options out there.
How Much THC to Look for?
The most obvious thing to look out for is dosage, but the experts we spoke to advised against simply choosing the highest dosage. Instead, they generally suggested that you “start low, go slow,” gradually increasing from below 5 mg to 20 mg or more as needed.
Dr. Tanja Bagar, CEO and Expert Council Chairman at the International Institute for Cannabinoids, told us that:
The baseline of our endocannabinoid system is very individual and so are responses to different doses. People who have more cannabinoid receptors expressed on the cells surfaces will respond to lower doses. My suggestion would be to start with 3-5 mg dose and observe effects and then slowly increase.
And Dr. Erin Walsh, clinical pharmacist and founder/CEO at the Cannabis Compass, commented that while general guidelines usually recommend starting at 5 mg, she advises starting at closer to 2.5 mg in her clinical practice. This is especially true for older adults.
She explains, “This conservative approach is rooted in the way THC is metabolized: when ingested, it’s processed by the liver and converted into 11-hydroxy-THC, a compound that can be nearly 11 times more potent than inhaled THC.”
Adding that:
This difference in potency can catch new users off guard. Additionally, individual genetic differences—particularly in the CYP450 liver enzymes—can significantly impact how someone metabolizes THC. Depending on your genotype, you could be a poor, intermediate, regular, or ultra-rapid metabolizer. That’s why ‘start low and go slow’ is a golden rule for cannabis-naive individuals.
Other Cannabinoids and Terpenes
When you’re mainly interested in recreational use, there’s a temptation to ignore other cannabinoids and just focus on THCs. But the experts we spoke to suggested that this would be a mistake.
Dr. Bagar said:
From my perspective it’s a good idea to have non-intoxicating cannabinoids even in products intended only for recreational use. There are many benefits to ingesting CBD, CBG, CBC and other cannabinoids and besides giving a more wholesome recreational benefit, one also brings about a positive effect on the endocannabinoid system and neuroprotection.
And Dr. Walsh explained:
Cannabinoids such as CBD and CBG can help mitigate some of THC’s less desirable effects, such as anxiety, paranoia, or an overly intense high. This doesn’t mean they’ll eliminate THC’s effects entirely—just that they can help round out the experience and make it more enjoyable and sustainable.
She also pointed to some specific benefits for CBG:
For example, CBG has been shown to inhibit the uptake of anandamide, our body’s own ‘bliss molecule’ and endocannabinoid. By increasing anandamide availability in the brain, CBG may help elevate mood while also tempering THC’s intensity. So yes, if your goal is a good time, including these cannabinoids can help ensure it’s a good time and a safe one.
For terpenes, Dr. Walsh stressed that, “ultimately, it all comes down to the client’s goals. If they’re seeking mood elevation, pain relief, or sleep support, the cannabinoid and terpene profile should reflect that intent.
For instance, a gummy with linalool and myrcene might be better for relaxation, while one with limonene and pinene could be more uplifting.”
RELATED: Is Delta-9 the Same as Weed?
Just Delta-9, Or Other THCs Too?
Many gummies on the market blend multiple THCs into a single gummy. Our expert interviews suggested that this is generally OK, but not always a good idea.
Dr. Bagar, for example, pointed out that delta-8 THC can be a good option:
When different THCs are present it will usually give users a more well-rounded experience. Delta-8 THC gives less pronounced psychotropic effects, so the addition of this cannabinoid is very welcome in individuals that are prone to anxiety when using higher doses of THC.
Dr. Walsh made an important point about the many THCV-containing products out there, “As for THCV, it’s often misrepresented as a variant of THC, but it’s chemically distinct,” adding that:
Pharmacologically, THCV acts as a CB1 receptor antagonist at lower doses—meaning it can actually dampen the psychoactive effects of THC—and only becomes an agonist at higher doses. One small placebo-controlled crossover study found THCV reduced common THC effects like euphoria and altered perception. For recreational users seeking those very effects, I usually advise avoiding products that include THCV unless they specifically want a more clear-headed or muted experience.
Other Things to Look Out For
It should go without saying that you have to worry about more than just dosage and the range of cannabinoids in a gummy. Our framework is a great resource for this, but Dr. Bagar and Dr. Walsh covered most of the important ground when we spoke to them.
Dr. Bagar said:
“Regardless if we are using edibles for recreational purposes or medical, we want to ingest a product with known and tested quantity of cannabinoids and absence of contaminants. So I look for COA that is current (optimally tested in the last 6 month or max 12 month old), the lab reports need to be from an accredited lab, tested not only for potency, but also for terpenes and a broad spectrum of contaminants.”
And Dr. Walsh pointed to some less widely discussed issues:
“Beyond the basics like COAs and reputable sourcing, I look closely at the ingredients list—especially for additives that could be harmful or irritating over time. Things like artificial dyes, high-fructose corn syrup, synthetic sweeteners, excessive citric acid, and titanium dioxide are red flags for me.”
She also added that there are many good options beyond just gummies, “If someone doesn’t enjoy chewy textures—or if they’re wearing braces, have jaw pain, or simply want something different—alternatives like chocolate, lozenges, or hard candies can offer similar benefits with a different user experience.”
The Best Delta-9 Gummies: Final Thoughts
It wasn’t easy, but we couldn’t be happier with the top gummy brands that we’ve provided above. Each one of these cannabinoid companies offers gummies that your health and wellness deserve, and we’re glad to help you find which one is best. The next time you’re wanting to feel more giggly, comfortable, or maybe just relaxed, check out one of the brands on this list and let us know how much better the delta-9 makes you feel.