Medjool Dates are considered to be one of the highest quality dates, often larger in size, sweeter in taste, and distinctive in color with a dark brown appearance. While there is not much difference in terms of nutritional content, Medjool dates often fetch a higher price for growers and are the most expensive variety after Ajwa for consumers.

Due to cost constraints, users involved in the processing industry, such as paste or energy bar manufacturers, prefer regular dates, especially industrial-grade Aseel Dates, because of their similar nutritional content, low cost, and longer shelf life.

Medjool dates are mainly produced in Jordan, Morocco, and California, USA, while Aseel Dates are primarily produced in Khairpur District of Sindh Province, Pakistan, thus also known as Khairpur Sindh Dates or Pakistani Dates.