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Dr. Brown's GentlePro vs Similac Advance
In independent testing, Dr. Brown's GentlePro showed lower heavy-metal levels overall (purity 94 vs 88). The full lab numbers, metal by metal:
| Purity score | 94A | 88A |
| Lead ppb | — | 2 |
| Total Arsenic ppb | 4.4 | — |
| Aluminum ppb | 100 | 144 |
| Price | $1.50/oz | $0.81/oz |
| Est. cost at 28 oz/day | $6.52/day | $3.53/day |
| Origin | US | US |
| Base | Cow's milk | Cow's milk |
| Buy | Buy |
Dr. Brown'sGentlePro
SimilacAdvance
Lab data: Consumer Reports independent testing, March 2025. Purity scores are relative to the tested cohort — methodology. Not medical advice; consult your pediatrician.