Who is this relevant to?

Shoppers comparing kcal

You’re looking for crisps for the campsite that contain fewer kcal per 100 g than average crisps, and don’t want to rely solely on claims such as ‘oven baked’ or ‘less fat’.

Those planning portions

You’re taking crisps for several snack breaks or to share. A smaller pack or individually portioned snacks can help you decide how much to open each time.

Label-conscious campers

You want to check the ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and storage instructions for the pack you’ve chosen before you set off.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by comparing kcal per 100 g, then use the pack weight and label to decide what suits your camping plans.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important for?
Energy per 100 g Compare the kcal per 100 g of similar crisps, not just the wording on the front of the pack. If I’m looking for crisps with fewer kcal, I want to compare products on the same basis. For around 46% of shoppers, energy content is the top priority.
Portions and sharing Check the stated portion size and total pack weight, then decide how much you want to have at each snack break. If I’m taking a bag for several days or to share, I want to know in advance how much I’ll have each time. Convenient portioning is the main concern for around 27% of shoppers.
Labels and storage Read the ingredients and allergen information, compare salt per 100 g, and follow the storage instructions on the pack. If I’m taking food without a fridge or need to allow for allergens, I want to be able to check the pack carefully. This is a priority for around 27% of shoppers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘less fat’ means ‘low in kcal’

    A claim about fat doesn’t tell you how much energy a product contains. Jumbo lists Lay's Oven Baked Naturel as containing 428 kcal per 100 g.

    Compare the kcal per 100 g of the flavours you’re considering, then look at your portion size.

  • Looking only at the figure per portion

    A portion size shown on the label may not match how much you eat from a bag or share with someone else.

    Compare products per 100 g first, then use the pack weight to plan your own portions.

  • Assuming every flavour has the same ingredients

    A cooking method such as oven baking tells you nothing about the allergens in a particular flavour. Pringles lists wheat in Original; according to the manufacturer, the product may also contain milk and soya.

    Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the pack for every flavour you choose, especially if you’re taking crisps for other people.

  • Forgetting about storage at the campsite

    Moisture and damaged or open packaging can make crisps less practical to take with you for several days.

    Follow the storage instructions on the label and keep the pack dry and tightly sealed. Make sure you have suitable refrigeration for products that need to be kept chilled.

Brands and retailers to consider

Lay's

Lay's Oven Baked Naturel is an oven-baked variety you can compare by energy content.

  • Jumbo lists Naturel as containing 428 kcal and 13 g of fat per 100 g.
  • Don’t apply these figures to other flavours; check their individual labels.

Pringles

Original is worth considering if you’re looking for a small pack or a tube for several snack breaks.

  • A 40 g pack is available for Original.
  • Pringles lists Original as containing 528 kcal per 100 g. The ingredients include wheat; according to the manufacturer, the product may also contain milk and soya.

Smiths

Sticks Paprika is a shaped potato and corn snack with paprika flavouring.

  • Jumbo lists Sticks Paprika as containing 491 kcal per 100 g.
  • According to the product information, this variety contains milk and sulphites. Check the pack if allergens are important to you.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn provides product information to help you explore and compare different crisps.

  • The product listing for Lay's Oven Baked Naturel is a useful starting point for identifying the variety.
  • Albert Heijn notes that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change, so check the pack you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo also groups some crisps under ‘crisps with less fat’.

  • The category can help you find varieties whose labels you can compare.
  • ‘Less fat’ doesn’t rank products by kcal, salt or allergens; check the nutritional information for each variety individually.

Lidl

Lidl lists Lay's Oven Baked Naturel as a 150 g product.

  • The listed pack size can help you plan what to take with you.
  • Check the current packaging and nutritional information for the product you choose in store.

Crisps for festival camping on Joybuy

These oven-baked crisps are worth considering if you’re looking for snacks for festival camping. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for the flavour you choose, then decide on a portion size that suits you.

Lay's Oven Baked Barbecue, 150 g bag

Lay's Oven Baked Barbecue, 150 g

An oven-baked barbecue variety if you’re taking crisps for one or more snack breaks. The bag contains 150 g; check the kcal per 100 g and allergen information on the pack for this flavour.

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Chio Oven Chips Sea Salt, 125 g bag

Chio Oven Chips Sea Salt, 125 g

An oven-baked crisps variety with sea salt, if you’re looking for a bag to take to the campsite. The bag contains 125 g; also compare the salt per 100 g for this flavour and read the allergen information.

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Frequently asked questions

Are Lay's Oven Baked Naturel crisps low in calories?

Don’t describe Lay's Oven Baked Naturel as low in calories: Jumbo lists it as containing 428 kcal per 100 g. You can compare this figure with other crisps, as long as you use the same 100 g basis each time.

How do I compare crisps if I want fewer kcal?

First compare the kcal per 100 g for the specific flavours. Then use the pack weight to decide how much you want to take or eat at a time; the stated portion size may not match.

Do crisps need to be kept in a cool box at a festival campsite?

Unopened crisps generally don’t need a cool box. Follow the storage instructions and keep the pack dry and protected from heat and damage. Use suitable refrigeration for foods that need to be kept chilled according to their label.

Does a better Nutri-Score tell you everything you need to know about crisps?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, Nutri-Score is designed to compare products of the same type. When making your choice, also consider the nutritional information per 100 g, the ingredients and how much you plan to eat.