First compare the price per kilo, then choose a pack size that suits how much you want to serve. Taste is a matter of personal preference, not proof that one brand is better than another. If children will be eating them, check the ingredients and allergens for the exact variant, and bear in mind the risk of choking on whole nuts. For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
You want to buy snacks for the school holidays without judging them by the price on the bag alone. Compare the pack size and price per kilo for the exact variant, as pack weights vary. For example, the product pages from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS show different pack sizes.
You’re looking for an amount that suits the occasion and can be stored properly once opened. If young children will be eating them too, consider the shape as well: Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts for children under four because of the risk of choking.
You’re after a particular flavour, or would rather try a smaller bag first. Check the full flavour name and pack details; Duyvis lists Cocktail, Provencale, Poesta and Oriental among its range. A brand or flavour name is not, in itself, an independent quality assessment.
First decide what matters most for your snack occasion: value by weight, suitability for everyone sharing, a suitable pack size or a particular flavour.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should consider this? |
|---|---|---|
| Value by weight | Compare the price per kilo and the net weight of the exact variant. | If you’re keeping an eye on costs but don’t want to buy more than you need, compare the price per unit of weight. Around 36% of consumers prioritise value by weight. |
| Suitability for everyone sharing | Check the ingredients, allergens and whether the shape is suitable for the age of anyone sharing. | If you’re sharing snacks with children or people with allergies, choose a pack that suits those who’ll be eating them. Around 29% of consumers prioritise suitability for everyone sharing. |
| Quantity and storage | Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions on the pack once opened. | If you won’t use a whole bag in one go, choose an amount that suits the occasion and can be sealed properly. Around 21% of consumers mainly choose a suitable quantity that’s practical to store. |
| Flavour preference | Check the full flavour name and ingredients; don’t treat flavour descriptions as proof of quality. | If you already know which flavour you want, that preference may matter more than the lowest price per kilo. Around 14% of consumers prioritise a particular flavour. |
A flavour description doesn’t tell you whether a variant is suitable for everyone. Whole peanuts can pose a choking risk, and a variant may contain several allergens.
Check the exact pack and ingredients first, and take into account the ages and allergies of everyone sharing. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens are listed in the ingredients.
When packs come in different weights, comparing the till price alone doesn’t show how much you’re getting.
Compare the price per kilo with the net weight, and think about how much you really want to serve. A large bag may contain more than suits the occasion, while a small bag isn’t automatically better value per kilo.
For the 500 g pack reviewed, Jumbo’s product information gives a serving reference for adults. An adult reference is not a personalised serving recommendation for children.
Use serving information to understand the nutritional details, and don’t base the amount for children solely on an adult serving reference.
The best-before date applies to the unopened pack and doesn’t guarantee how long the product will keep once opened.
After opening, follow the storage advice on the pack. Albert Heijn recommends sealing the bag securely; the product information for Duyvis Provencale recommends an airtight, light-proof container.
A brand to consider if you’re looking for a particular coated peanut flavour. The manufacturer lists Cocktail, Provencale, Poesta and Oriental among its range.
A supermarket own-brand option for comparing a cocktail flavour and pack size.
A supermarket own-brand option with a Cocktail Borrelnoten multipack for anyone looking for a larger amount to share.
A supermarket option to consider if you’re looking for coated peanuts or the Alesto party snack range.
A supermarket own-brand option with Trader Joe’s coated peanuts in a range of flavours.
A supermarket own-brand option if you’d like to try a coated peanut variant described as mild.
These Duyvis products at Joybuy come in a range of flavours and pack sizes, for anyone looking for a particular savoury snack.
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An option if you’re looking for a savoury, seasoned snack.
The product information lists 275 g and 51% peanuts.
Contains peanuts, milk and wheat gluten; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts. For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
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This variant is a good choice if you’re looking for a savoury snack with a curry flavour.
The product information lists 275 g and 49% peanuts.
Contains peanuts, gluten from wheat and barley, and soya; may contain traces of milk, nuts and mustard. For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
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A smaller pack for anyone looking for a modest amount with onion and garlic flavour.
The product information lists 125 g and 50% peanuts.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
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An option if you’re looking for a larger pack with onion and garlic flavour to share.
The product information lists 275 g and 50% peanuts.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
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This variant is for anyone looking for a seasoned snack with BBQ and paprika flavours to share.
The product information lists 275 g, 40% peanuts and a double coating.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
For children under four, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts because of the risk of choking. Older children can choke too, so make sure they eat calmly at the table and stay with them. This is not a legal age limit.
No. For the PLUS Borrelnoten Mild reviewed, mild describes the flavour; the product information lists 1.438 g of salt per 100 g and ingredients including peanuts, wheat, milk and celery. Check the nutritional information and ingredients for the exact variant.
Follow the storage advice on the pack. The product information reviewed recommends storing them in a cool, dry place, not in the freezer. Albert Heijn recommends sealing the bag securely. For Duyvis Provencale, an airtight, light-proof container is recommended after opening.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends choosing products from the Wheel of Five as the basis for everyday snacks. For children aged four to twelve, it lists options including vegetables, fruit, unsalted nuts and wholemeal bread. The advice about unsalted nuts doesn’t automatically apply to seasoned coated peanuts.
No. The best-before date applies to the unopened pack and doesn’t give a set storage period after opening. Follow the storage advice on the pack. If there’s a safety warning or product recall, follow that information rather than relying on a general assessment of the best-before date.
