Households sharing crisps across coffee breaks
If not everyone has a snack at the same time, individual bags are easier to share out than one large, opened bag. Jumbo lists both snack bags and mixed multipacks.
Who are these packs useful for?
Households comparing pack sizes
If you’re stocking up on crisps for home, compare the total weight with the number of bags. This shows whether a pack gives you mainly more individual portions or more crisps overall.
Snackers checking portions and labels
If you want to choose a portion for each coffee break or need to take ingredients and allergens into account, check the weight per bag and the information for the exact flavour.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to hand out individual bags or serve crisps from one large bag for everyone to share. Then compare the quantities and, for a flavour mix, check the labels for each variety.
| What to consider | Check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portions | Number of bags and grams per bag. | If everyone at home takes a break at a different time, I want to be able to give each person their own bag. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this convenience. |
| Pack contents | Total weight alongside the number of bags. | When we share crisps at home, I want to know how much the pack actually contains. This is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | The ingredients list and allergen information for the exact mix and flavours. | With a mix, I want to check which varieties are suitable for everyone sharing. Around 25% of consumers make this their priority. |
| Portion size and nutritional value | Grams per planned portion and nutritional information per 100 g. | If I serve crisps in bowls, I want to decide how much to serve myself. For around 17% of consumers, the portion and its nutritional value are the first things to consider. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing only the number of bags
A box with more bags doesn’t necessarily contain more crisps: the weight per bag can vary too.
Compare the number of bags, the weight per bag and the total weight.
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Assuming all flavours have the same allergens
Ingredients can vary within a flavour mix. For a Lay's Family Mix, Jumbo listed milk and soya, among other ingredients, and noted that it may contain cereals containing gluten.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack of the mix you choose.
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Using small bags as a guide to nutritional value
An individual bag makes the quantity clear, but nutritional value depends on the variety and how much you eat.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g with the amount you plan to serve at each coffee break.
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Relying on old product information
Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change.
Check the current product information when choosing, and read the label on the pack before eating.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Lay's
Jumbo lists Lay's in individual bags and mixed snack boxes, including a 20 x 40 g Original pack.
- Different pack formats let you choose between one flavour and a mix.
- For a mix, check the ingredients and allergens for the exact varieties.
Pringles
Albert Heijn lists a Pringles multipack; compare the contents of the current pack with other types of crisps multipacks.
- Another pack format to include in your comparison.
- Read the latest product and label information: Albert Heijn notes that it can change.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its own-brand crisps in larger bags, as well as a Paprika & Original snack pack with 15 x 25 g bags.
- The listed sizes let you compare a large bag with individual portions.
- For a flavour mix, check the information on the exact pack.
Snack Day
Lidl Netherlands lists its Snack Day own-brand crisps in Original, paprika, bolognese and cheese and onion flavours, among others.
- The range of flavours gives you options if choice is your priority.
- Check the pack format and nutritional information for each product before comparing it with a multipack.
Crisps multipacks on Joybuy
These packs are designed for individual snack breaks or for choosing between flavours at coffee time. Compare the listed quantity and weight with how much you want to share, and check the ingredients on the exact pack.
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Lay's Sensations Thai Sweet Chili, 10 x 40 g
Ideal for coffee breaks at different times: ten individual 40 g bags. Check the ingredients and allergens on the current pack for this flavour.
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Pringles Red Pepper Flavoured Potato Chips, 12 x 40 g
For sharing individual portions with a paprika flavour: twelve 40 g packs. Check the label on your chosen pack for ingredients and allergens.
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Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box, 20 pieces
For a coffee break with a variety of snacks: a mixed box of 20 pieces. Check the pack to see which types are included, and check the allergens for each variety.
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Lay's Doritos Chill Box, 2 x 12 pieces
For several snack breaks with a choice of varieties: the pack lists 2 x 12 pieces. Check the weight and ingredients of the individual varieties before choosing.
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Croky Sharing Mix, 180 g
For sharing a mix at coffee time: this pack lists a total weight of 180 g. Check the quantities of each variety and the ingredients on the pack.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare a crisps multipack with a large bag?
Compare the total weight and decide whether you need individual portions. For a multipack, also check the number of bags and the weight per bag. If you’re sharing, you can divide the contents of a large bag between bowls yourself.
Does a small bag tell me enough about its nutritional value?
No, a bag mainly gives you a set portion size. Compare the nutritional information for the exact variety with the portion you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 215 kcal for 40 g of average crisps, although values can vary by product.
Should I check the allergens in a multipack even if I know the flavour?
Yes, check the current pack for the exact mix and relevant flavours. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen labelling for prepacked foods, so don’t assume a mix has the same ingredients as a bag you bought before.
Can I use ingredient information online to help me choose?
Use it to compare packs in advance, but also read the label on the product you’ve bought before eating. Albert Heijn notes that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change.
How should I store crisps for my next coffee break?
Follow the storage advice on the exact pack. Individual, unopened bags are handy if you want to spread the contents over several coffee breaks. For the snack bags listed by Jumbo, the storage advice is to keep them in a cool, dry place.