If you want to hand out individual portions
Individual bags are handy for lunchboxes or takeaway meals if you’d rather not portion crisps out of a large bag yourself. Check the weight per bag to see whether the portion suits the occasion.
Which multipack is right for you?
If you’re buying for a group with different preferences
A mixed box gives family or guests a choice, as long as the quantities of each flavour suit your group. Also check how many of the items are potato crisps and how many are other types of snack.
If a few familiar flavours are all you need
If ready salted and paprika are enough, a simple sharing bag could be a good fit. Compare the total weight and weight per bag, and read the allergen information on the chosen pack.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you mainly want individual portions, a choice for a group or a simple selection. Then use the packaging information to compare products on the same points.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Individual portions | Number of bags or tubes, and the weight of each. | If I’m adding crisps to a takeaway or putting them in a lunchbox, I want to know in advance how much everyone will get. Around 40% of consumers prioritise individual portions. |
| Flavours for the group | Quantities of each flavour and the types of snacks in the box. | For a group with different preferences, I want to offer a choice without being left with lots of unwanted flavours. For around 40% of consumers, variety is the top priority. |
| A simple selection | Total weight and whether the available flavours are enough. | If ready salted and paprika suit my group, I don’t need an elaborate mix. A straightforward selection matters most to around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Counting bags and nothing else
A box with more items doesn’t necessarily contain larger portions. Albert Heijn lists Pringles Original as 12 tubes of 40 g, while Jumbo describes a sharing bag containing 15 bags of 25 g.
Compare the weight per item and the total weight before choosing based on the number of portions.
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Assuming every mix will suit everyone
A mixed box may contain snacks and flavours that not everyone wants or can eat. Ingredients and allergens can also vary between items.
Check the quantities of each variety and, if anyone has an allergy, read the information on the packaging of the exact box you’re considering.
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Using a nutrition label to judge the whole portion
A description such as oven-baked doesn’t, by itself, tell you about every crisp in a multipack. The Dutch government also says that a favourable Nutri-Score doesn’t automatically mean a product is healthy.
As well as the label, check the amount in each bag and the nutritional information for the specific variety.
Brands to consider
Lay's
Worth considering if you’re looking at small bags or a mixed snack box.
- Lay's describes its small bags as suitable for sharing; Albert Heijn’s Celebration box combines several brands and types of snack.
- For a mixed box, check the quantities of each variety and the allergen information for that specific box.
Pringles
A good option if you’re after individual tubes in one familiar flavour.
- Albert Heijn describes the Original 12-pack as 12 tubes of 40 g and says the tube is resealable.
- This Original variety doesn’t offer a choice of flavours. Check the ingredients if wheat or gluten is a concern for anyone eating them.
Jumbo
A supermarket own-brand option if you want a sharing bag with ready salted and paprika flavours.
- Jumbo describes a sharing bag containing 15 bags of 25 g: eight ready salted and seven paprika.
- The choice is limited to those two varieties. Read the allergen information on the pack you choose.
Snack Day
Lidl’s snack brand, with classic crisps in familiar flavours.
- Lidl lists flavours including ready salted, paprika, bolognese and cheese-onion in its Snack Day range.
- Check each pack to see whether it’s a multipack, and what portions, ingredients and allergens it contains.
Smiths
Best assessed against the specific online offer, rather than used as a general benchmark for sharing bags.
- An online listing describes Smiths Spek Frietjes as a multipack containing 24 bags of 24 g.
- When ordering, compare the exact contents and delivery terms for the variety on offer.
Crisp multipacks and snack boxes at Joybuy
These products come in individual tubes or bags, including boxes with a selection of snacks. Choose according to the portion size and variety you want; for a mixed box, check what’s included for each variety.
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Pringles Sour Cream & Onion 12 × 40 g
For when you want everyone to have an individual tube in the same flavour.
The multipack contains 12 tubes of 40 g. If you have allergies, check the ingredients on the pack, especially milk and wheat.
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Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box, 20 items
For a group that wants a choice of snacks, with individual portions to hand out.
The box contains 20 items. Check the quantities of each type and the ingredients in each snack. Pay particular attention to milk and soya if they’re a concern for anyone eating them.
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Lay's Doritos Chill Box, 12 items
For anyone looking for individual portions and a choice of flavours for a group.
The box contains 12 items. Before deciding whether the mix is right for you, check the weight per bag, how the flavours are divided up and the allergen information on the packaging.
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Lay's Fun Mix Box, 15 items
For anyone who wants to offer a variety of snacks when sharing them out.
The box contains 15 items. Check how many bags there are of each type and how much each bag weighs. If you have allergies, read the packaging for information about milk and the possible presence of cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.
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Lay's Family Box, 15 items
For anyone who wants to hand out individual snacks from a box with a range of varieties.
The box contains 15 items. Compare the weight per item, the number of each variety and the allergen information on the packaging with what your group needs.
Frequently asked questions
How many crisps are in a portion?
It varies by pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses an average 40 g bowl as an example, but a bag or tube in a multipack may weigh a different amount. Check the weight per item on the pack you choose.
Do smaller sharing bags make for a different nutritional choice?
The smaller size doesn’t change the nutritional value per 100 g of the same crisps. It does affect how much is in each bag, so compare the weight per portion and the nutritional information for the specific variety.
What should I check if I have a food allergy?
Read the allergen information on the packaging of the exact multipack you’re buying, including for a box containing different snacks. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods.
Can I choose a crisp multipack based on Nutri-Score alone?
No. The Dutch government says that a favourable Nutri-Score doesn’t automatically mean a product is healthy. Also check the amount in each bag, along with the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens for the variety you’re considering.
How should I store a crisp multipack?
Store unopened packaging according to the instructions on the label. Jumbo recommends keeping its sharing bag in a cool, dry place. If you’re buying in bulk, also check the best-before date on the pack you receive.