A large bag is a good choice if you use almonds regularly and can store the opened pack properly. Smaller bags or a multipack may suit you better if your consumption is less predictable or you want to open separate portions as needed. A multipack isn’t automatically better value: compare the same type of almond by net weight and price per kilo, and factor in any relevant delivery costs.
If you eat almonds often, you’ll want to keep enough in stock without focusing only on the price per bag. The amount in each pack and how you store it after opening also affect how practical it is. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) provides storage advice for opened, unsalted almonds.
If you don’t eat almonds every day or often switch between types, smaller packs may better suit your needs. ALDI states that specific 200 g packs are resealable; check this for the variety you choose.
If you’re looking for unroasted almonds, roasted unsalted nuts or a savoury snack, compare the preparation and flavour first. ALDI and Duyvis list different varieties, and their features aren’t necessarily interchangeable.
Best for: regularly using one type of almond.
Bear in mind: you open the whole quantity at once, so choose a size that matches how much you use.
Best for: keeping stock in separate packs that you can open one at a time.
Bear in mind: check the total net weight and whether the individual packs are sealed separately.
Best for: varying levels of use, different flavours or keeping a smaller amount open.
Bear in mind: compare the price per kilo; having more packs doesn’t automatically mean a higher or lower price per kilo.
Best for: keeping almonds mainly for snacking or serving with drinks.
Bear in mind: roasted, unsalted, salted and smoked flavours are different product choices.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Price per kilo | Compare the same preparation and flavour by net weight and price per kilo. Include any relevant delivery costs. | When I buy in bulk, I want to know what the same quantity of my chosen type really costs. Around 28% of consumers focus mainly on the price per kilo. |
| Quantity and consumption | Estimate how much you use and check how much you’ll need to open at once. Check the best-before date and storage advice. | If I use almonds irregularly or in small amounts, I want to avoid opening more than I can use in time. Around 28% of consumers mainly prioritise having the right quantity in stock. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the almonds are unroasted or roasted, and whether they’re unsalted or seasoned. Read the product name and ingredients. | When I buy almonds for a particular occasion, I want my whole stock to suit the preparation and flavour I’m looking for. Around 22% of consumers focus mainly on this. |
| Opening and storage | Look for an explicit statement that the pack is resealable; a stand-up pouch isn’t automatically resealable. Follow the storage advice for the specific variety. | When I use almonds every day, I want to be able to close and put the bag away easily. Around 11% of consumers consider packaging convenience the most important factor. |
| Allergen information | Check the current allergen information and warnings on the packaging of the exact variety. | If food allergies are relevant in my household, I want to check the information on this exact pack. Around 11% of consumers say this is especially important to them. |
The number of bags doesn’t tell you how many almonds you’re getting. Comparing the net weight and cost of the same type is the only meaningful way to do it.
Compare the price per kilo for the same preparation and flavour, and include any relevant delivery costs.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) says that the quality of opened, unsalted almonds can deteriorate over time. General advice doesn’t necessarily apply to every variety or pack you receive.
Choose a quantity that matches how much you use, check the best-before date and follow the storage advice on the packaging.
PLUS describes its packaging as a stand-up pouch, while ALDI explicitly states that specific products are resealable. One description doesn’t prove the other feature.
Check the packaging or product information for a clear statement that it’s resealable.
If the pack doesn’t reseal, a separate storage container or clip may come in handy.
Unroasted, roasted unsalted and roasted salted or smoked almonds are different choices. A lower price per kilo doesn’t tell you whether a variety is right for what you’re looking for.
Decide on your preferred preparation and flavour first, then compare pack sizes within that choice.
Lists an unsalted 4-pack and a 500 g AH Terra variety of unroasted almonds.
Lists unsalted almonds in a 140 g pack.
Lists several 200 g almond varieties, including unroasted and roasted options.
Lists unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
Product information lists a roasted snack variety and a separate range of unsalted almonds.
Lists Alesto Spanish almonds in several 200 g varieties.
This selection of Joybuy products includes smaller resealable packs and 500 g bags, with natural and roasted salted varieties.
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A smaller pack for snacking or adding almonds to recipes.
Product information lists a 160 g pack and resealable packaging.
Suggested uses include baking and adding them to yoghurt, cereal or salad.
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A smaller option if you’re looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds.
Product information lists a 200 g pack containing almonds.
After opening, the product information advises keeping the pack closed in a cool, dry place.
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A larger pack for anyone looking for roasted, salted almonds to snack on.
The product name lists a 500 g pack of roasted, salted almonds.
The product information warns that this product is a choking hazard for young children and is not suitable for infants. Check the allergen information if food allergies are relevant.
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A larger pack for anyone looking for almonds to snack on or use in dishes.
Product information lists a net weight of 500 g and 100% almonds.
Suggested uses include baking, cooking, salads, yoghurt and desserts. Storage advice: store in a cool, dry place.
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A smaller snack pack if you’re looking for roasted, salted almonds.
Product information lists a 150 g pack in a resealable bag.
The ingredients include sunflower oil and salt, so the product contains more than just almonds. The packaging states that it may contain peanuts and other nuts.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) recommends keeping them for 6 months in a kitchen cupboard or 1 year in the freezer; after that, their quality may deteriorate. This advice applies to opened, unsalted almonds. Also follow the instructions on the packaging for your variety.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) lists almonds that are rancid, tough or mouldy as signs of spoilage. A general storage period doesn’t prove that an opened pack is still good to eat.
No, these are different product features. Duyvis says Almonds Original is roasted in the oven without added oil or fat; the brand also lists a separate Unsalted Almonds range. Check the exact variety and wording on the pack.
At the very least, check the product variety, ingredients, allergen information and best-before date. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the rules for allergen information and best-before dates; Business.gov.nl states that food information in the Netherlands must be available in Dutch. These general rules aren’t an individual safety assessment of a product.
Compare the total cost of your order and check the delivery terms for that purchase. The Consumers’ Association (Consumentenbond) recommends comparing prices including delivery costs; don’t assume they’ll be the same as for a previous order.
