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When you want to buy crisps online, you’ll quickly come across dozens of flavours, sizes and international brands. A striking packet, however, doesn’t tell you much about what’s inside. A small bag can be relatively expensive, a spicy flavour can be high in salt, and a large value pack isn’t always practical if you live alone.
With this practical selection guide, you can compare international crisps, exotic snacks and trusted brands based on verifiable information. That way, you can make a more informed choice for a film night, birthday, snack box or your store cupboard.
A 250g bag or a multipack is handy for crisps for parties and crisps to share. For one person, however, the contents can lose their crunch more quickly after opening. So don’t just look at the total weight, but also at:
A multipack with individual bags can be practical for a snack box. A large bag makes most sense when you’re serving the contents to several people.
With spicy crisps, the flavour and heat levels vary widely. Chilli-lime, sweet chilli, salsa and Carolina Reaper don’t refer to the same taste experience. So check the ingredients list for chilli, cayenne pepper, jalapeño or other seasonings. Product descriptions like “extra hot” are marketing language; don’t treat them as a standardised measure.
If you have allergies or intolerances, also pay attention to the full allergen declaration. Takis, for example, may contain soya and could have traces of gluten, milk, nuts, sesame or mustard. Pringles Hot Mexican Chilli & Lime contains milk and wheat among other things.
Cassava chips, banana chips, sweet potato chips and okra chips sound different from potato crisps, but the nutritional values vary depending on the recipe and preparation method. Banana chips, for instance, can contain sugar and are often fried in oil. So compare the table per 100g rather than just the name on the front.
The ingredients are listed in descending order of quantity. With Three Squirrels Banana Chips, for example, it states 72.6% banana, followed by coconut oil and sugar. Xue Ji Sweet Potato Chips contain at least 80% sweet potato according to the product information, alongside palm oil and raising agent.
Always check:
If you’re unsure about an allergy, it’s wise to check the packaging again when you receive it. Recipes and labels can change.
Use the nutritional information table to compare products fairly. Pay particular attention to:
These values aren’t health advice, but they do help you make a more conscious choice within a range of savoury snacks.
Crisps stay crunchy thanks to the packaging and how you seal them after opening. Store snacks according to the label in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight and away from heat and moisture. Use an airtight container if the bag isn’t resealable.
For okra chips, the product information recommends eating them within three hours of opening for the best crunch, or storing them airtight and consuming within three days. Before buying, also check the net weight and the best-before information on the packaging.
Why this suits the profile: The 135g bag is a manageable size for a first try of sweet potato chips and is ideal for serving straight away with a dip.
The product information states at least 80% sweet potato and lists the remaining ingredients clearly. This means you can check the product’s base.
135g, at least 80% sweet potato and, according to the product information, no artificial colours or preservatives.
Why this suits the profile: If you’re after a sweet variety with a clear fruit flavour, you get a larger resealable pack for sharing or storing in the cupboard.
The product description lists 72.6% banana, coconut oil and sugar. So you can see that “fruit” here doesn’t mean the product is made solely from banana.
250g, resealable packaging and coconut oil as the stated cooking fat.
Why this suits the profile: This small bag is aimed at fans of a bold chilli-lime flavour and is ideal for a film night or a snack on the go.
The product information explicitly mentions chilli and lime and lists soya as an allergen. Check the bag itself when you receive it for the most up-to-date information.
100g, rolled corn snack and a clearly described chilli-lime profile.
For a mixed selection, you can combine different textures:
When putting together a selection for guests, be mindful of different allergens. Place the original packaging next to the serving bowl so that visitors can check the ingredients and allergens themselves.
We’ve put together a full, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and comply with current European safety regulations.
Choose a combination of sharing packs and several flavours. A Pringles multipack or Lay’s Doritos Chill Box is easy to divide between different bowls. Add a cassava, banana or sweet potato variety for more variety. Check the portion size and allergens beforehand.
Store opened crisps well sealed in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight, heat and moisture. A resealable bag is practical; for other packaging, an airtight storage container helps. For the best crunch, it’s best to eat crisps soon after opening.
That depends on the brand, country of origin, packaging and weight. Compare the price per 100g and check whether you’re buying a single bag or a multipack. A smaller bag with an imported flavour can be more expensive per gram, while a multipack can work out better value if you actually use the portions.
