How is AncestryDNA® different from 23andMe?
We have conducted a detailed comparison of DNA test kits to assist you in determining the one that best suits your needs. This guide helps you to navigate your choices depending on your objectives, such as delving into your ancestry or locating genetic relatives. The comparison is grounded in key factors including the type and quality of data provided, the size of the genealogical database, geographical scope of the test, and additional features.
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AncestryDNA® Origins
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| Database size | 25 Million+ kits sold; the largest consumer DNA database making it more likely to find relatives | 25 Million+ kits sold; the largest consumer DNA database making it more likely to find relatives | 14 Million+ kids sold; the second largest consumer DNA database |
| Regions with assigned percentage breakdowns |
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| DNA Matches | 40,000+ on average DNA match relatives with predicted relationships with Opt-in | 40,000+ on average DNA match relatives with predicted relationships with Opt-in | 1,500 DNA match relatives with predicted relationships with Opt In. Up to 5,000 DNA match relatives with predicted relationships with a subscription. |
| DNA Features by parent | Free look into which side of the family matches, traits, and regions come from without parents taking a test. An in depth look with a subscription. | Free look into which side of the family matches, traits, and regions come from without parents taking a test. An in depth look with a subscription. | Shows which side of your family ethnicity comes from but you need a parent or child tested |
| Genetic groups | 3,000+ genetic groups highlighting more precise locations, with 2,954 Journeys and 54 NEW! subregions | 3,000+ genetic groups highlighting more precise locations, with 2,954 Journeys and 54 NEW! subregions | 2,000+ genetic groups highlighting more precise locations |
| African ethnic groups | 64 NEW! Ethnic Groups within African ancestral regions | 64 NEW! Ethnic Groups within African regions | 25 ethnolinguistic groups in Africa |
| Traits | 5 FREE traits | 75+ traits See how your DNA influences your traits, from sensory and performance to personality. |
35+ trait and wellness reports |
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