Teams sharing a bowl
If several colleagues take a break at the same time, compare the net weight of a large bag with the number of people sharing it. For example, Jumbo lists 300 g bags of Lay's and 335 g bags of its own ridged crisps.
Which pack works best for you?
Colleagues who want individual portions
Individual bags make it easy to hand out portions without opening one large pack. They’re also handy when not everyone takes their lunch break at the same time.
People who want to check the label
When sharing with colleagues, ingredients, allergens and nutrition information per portion may matter. Check the information on the pack for the exact flavour and size you’re serving.
What should you look for?
First decide whether you’ll be sharing the crisps all at once or need individual portions. Then compare the pack sizes and, if anyone has dietary requirements or allergies, check the information on the pack you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sharing a pack | Check the net weight and think about how many people will be sharing a bowl at the same time. | If my team takes a break together, I want to serve enough crisps without having lots left over. Around 40% of consumers prioritise having enough to share at the same time. |
| Individual portions | Check the number of bags and the weight of each one if a set portion size matters. | If people take lunch at different times, I want to be able to give everyone their own pack. For around 30% of consumers, individual portions are the main priority. |
| Labels and allergens | Read the ingredients, allergen and nutrition information for the variety you’ve chosen; compare per 100 g and per portion if needed. | When I share crisps with colleagues, I want to know what’s in the chosen flavour first. Around 30% of consumers prioritise portion and label checks. |
Common mistakes
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Calling a pack large without checking its weight
The shape of the pack doesn’t tell you how many crisps it contains: Jumbo, for example, lists Pringles Original in a 165 g tube and its own ridged crisps in a 335 g bag. That difference matters when several people are sharing at once.
Compare the net weight in grams with the number of people eating, and choose an amount that suits this lunch break.
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Putting out one open bag when you want to serve individual portions
It’s harder to tell how much everyone is taking from a shared bag. The Voedingscentrum lists 215 kcal and 13.1 g of fat for an average 40 g portion of crisps; the nutrition information for a specific product may differ.
Divide the crisps between bowls in advance, or choose individual bags if you want to serve a clear portion to each person.
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Assuming you know the allergens from the flavour name
Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. Joybuy’s product information for Pringles Original 12 x 40 g lists wheat and gluten; don’t assume this applies to other flavours or sizes.
Before sharing, check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack for the variety you’ve chosen.
Brands to consider
Lay's
Worth considering if you want to weigh up a classic bag against a mix of individual bags.
- Jumbo lists 300 g bags of Lay's and a Party Mix with 15 sharing bags of 27.5 g each.
- A sharing bag and a multipack suit different portion needs, so check the size of the variety you choose.
Jumbo
The own brand includes large bags of ridged crisps for sharing.
- Jumbo lists 335 g bags of its own plain and paprika ridged crisps.
- A 335 g bag is best suited to sharing that amount or finishing it later.
Albert Heijn
An option if you want to compare a medium-sized bag and its stated portion size.
- Albert Heijn lists AH plain crisps in a 250 g pack, with a portion size of 25 g.
- Ingredients, nutrition and allergen information can change, so check the pack you’re actually using.
Pringles
A tube-shaped option if you want a smaller pack that can be closed again.
- Jumbo lists Pringles Original in a 165 g tube.
- A 165 g tube contains less than the 250–335 g bags mentioned here; check allergens for each variety.
Smiths
Worth considering if you’re specifically looking for sticks rather than a classic bag of potato crisps.
- Jumbo lists Smiths Sticks in 100 g packs.
- A 100 g pack contains less for a shared bowl than the large bags mentioned here.
Snack Day
Lidl’s own brand includes a range of crisp and snack flavours.
- Lidl lists flavours including plain, paprika, bolognese and cheese and onion.
- Check the exact pack size and nutrition information for your chosen flavour before comparing it with another pack.
Crisps and snacks for this lunch situation
This selection of Joybuy products includes one large bag for sharing and several packs with smaller portions. A mix that includes corn snacks isn’t the same as a bag of potato crisps alone.
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Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box Multipack, 20 pieces
A box of 20 pieces is a good choice when colleagues want to grab individual snacks rather than open one large bag.
The mix includes crisps and other snacks. Before sharing, check the ingredients and allergens for each variety.
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Lay's Fun Mix Box Crisps, 2 x 15 pieces
The 2 x 15 pack is a good fit for a team that wants to hand out snacks at different lunch times.
Check the pack for each flavour if ingredients, allergens or nutrition information matter to your team.
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Pringles Red Pepper Flavoured Potato Chips, 12 x 40 g
Twelve individual 40 g packs are ideal if everyone wants their own tube, even when lunch breaks are at different times.
This is a multipack, not one large tube to share. Check the current ingredients and allergen information for this flavour.
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Lay's Paprika Crisps, 300 g
This 300 g bag is a good choice for colleagues who want to share crisps from a bowl during the same break.
If you want to serve individual portions, divide the contents yourself. Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack before sharing.
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Croky Sharing Mix, 180 g
This 180 g mix is a good choice if you want to offer a selection of crisps rather than one large bag in a single flavour.
Check the pack for the contents of each individual bag and allergen information if these matter when handing them out.
Frequently asked questions
When should I choose a large bag instead of a multipack?
Choose a large bag if several colleagues will be sharing crisps from a bowl at the same time. A multipack is more practical if you want to give everyone an individual portion or save snacks for different lunch breaks. For example, the Lay's Party Mix listed by Jumbo contains 15 bags of 27.5 g each.
Is a Pringles tube the same as a large sharing bag?
No. The 165 g tube of Pringles Original listed by Jumbo contains less than the 250–335 g bags of crisps mentioned here. A tube may suit you if you want a smaller pack that can be closed again. For a larger group, think about how much you’ll actually need.
How should I store crisps after lunch?
Close an opened pack securely and store it according to the instructions on the label. Joybuy’s product information for Pringles Original recommends storing it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Should I check the allergens again if I’m buying a familiar flavour?
Yes. Before sharing crisps, check the current pack for the exact flavour and size. Albert Heijn notes that ingredient and allergen information can change, so don’t rely solely on a previous purchase or a different variety.