Groups who like to share snacks
You’re buying for several passengers and want to take an amount that suits what you’ll all eat together on the way.
Who are these options for?
Travellers who want to portion snacks in advance
You want to give each traveller their own portion, rather than passing a single open bag around the car. For example, Jumbo offers a sharing bag with individual packs.
Snack buyers who check the label
You pay attention to ingredients, allergens or nutritional value, so compare the exact flavour and packaging rather than just the brand name.
What should you look for in crisps for the journey?
First, work out how many people will be eating the crisps and whether you want to share a single pack. Then choose a suitable flavour and check the label on the variety you’re taking with you.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity | Check the pack weight and choose an amount that suits your group and the planned snack breaks. | If we’re all eating from the same bag, I want to take enough without having lots left over; around 33% of consumers prioritise quantity. |
| Individual portions | Check how many packs there are and how much each one contains. For example, Jumbo lists a sharing bag with 15 packs of 25 g. | I want to be able to give everyone their own pack on the way, rather than passing one bag around; for around 27% of consumers, portioning is the main priority. |
| Flavour and packaging | Find out which flavours your group wants and whether a bag or tube will be convenient to take with you. | When we’re sharing one flavour, I want it to suit the group; around 20% of consumers prioritise flavour or packaging type. |
| Label | Read the ingredients, allergens and nutrition information for the exact variety; compare nutritional values on the same basis, such as per 100 g. | If a traveller needs to check the ingredients, I want to make sure they’re suitable before sharing them out; around 20% of consumers give label information top priority. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Choosing a multipack without counting the individual packs
Individual packs make sharing easier, but the number of packs and the amount in each one still need to suit the travellers and snack breaks.
Check both details on the packaging before deciding how many packs you need.
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Assuming a familiar flavour will suit everyone
Even with a familiar product name, the ingredients and allergens in the exact variety still matter. For example, Pringles lists possible traces of milk and soya for Original.
Ask travellers who need to avoid allergens to check the current packaging before you share out the crisps.
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Using a product range name as a guide to nutritional information
A name such as Oven Baked doesn’t tell you the nutritional values listed for the pack you’ve chosen.
Compare the nutrition information for the specific products you’re considering, using the same quantity as a basis for comparison.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo offers its own crisps in bags as well as a sharing pack; the packaging is especially relevant when you’re buying for a group.
- The range includes Jumbo Paprika Crisps, 250 g, and a sharing bag with 15 packs of 25 g.
- Check which flavour and pack size will suit the number of travellers.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn has its own AH Crisps range alongside other crisps.
- AH Ready Salted Crisps have their own product listing at Albert Heijn.
- Compare the exact flavour and pack size if you’re considering different varieties.
Lidl Snack Day
Snack Day is Lidl’s crisps and snacks range, with several flavours available.
- Lidl lists ready salted, paprika, bolognese and cheese and onion flavours, among others.
- Lidl identifies the crisps varieties listed as in-store products.
Lay's
Lay's has several product ranges, so you can choose not only a flavour but also a type of crisps.
- The brand lists standard crisps, MAX, Sensations and Oven Baked.
- A product range name doesn’t replace the ingredients and nutrition information for the variety you choose.
Pringles
According to the brand, Pringles Original are stacked crisps in a tube, available in different sizes.
- Pringles lists Original in 40 g, 70 g and 165 g sizes.
- Check the exact packaging for allergen information; for Original, Pringles lists wheat flour and possible traces of milk and soya, among other ingredients.
Smiths
Smiths is a familiar name for savoury snacks, but not necessarily a separate option for classic potato crisps.
- Lay's says Smiths’ former potato crisps have been sold under the Lay's name since 2001.
- Check the product category on the packaging if you’re specifically looking for potato crisps.
Crisps for the journey at Joybuy
These products include portion packs, a mixed box or tubes that are easy to take with you. Choose according to how you want to share them and how much you need for each snack break.
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Pringles Texas BBQ Sauce crisps, 12 × 40 g
An option if you want to hand out crisps in individual packs. Check the ingredients and allergens for this flavour before sharing.
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Lay's Fun Mix Box, 15-pack
A mixed box for anyone who wants to take individual snacks along. Check the box to see which snacks it contains and how much is in each pack before sharing them among the travellers.
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Croky Sharing Mix, 180 g
A mix to share during the journey. Check the pack contents and format if you want to plan portions for each person in advance.
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Pringles Original, 3 × 165 g
Three tubes are handy for several snack breaks, but they aren’t pre-measured portions for each traveller. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging for this variety too.
Frequently asked questions
Is the front of a crisps pack enough to check for allergens?
No. Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack before sharing the crisps. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority describes allergen information as part of the label on prepacked foods; warnings about possible cross-contamination are also worth checking.
When are individual packs more convenient than one large bag?
Individual packs are useful when each traveller needs their own portion or you want to divide snacks up in advance for each stop. Check how many packs are in the multipack and how many grams each contains; for example, Jumbo lists a sharing bag with 15 packs of 25 g.
What are the nutritional values in a small bowl of ready salted crisps?
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, an average 40 g bowl of ready salted crisps contains 216 kcal, 13.4 g of fat, 3.6 g of saturated fat and 0.45 g of salt. This average isn’t the label information for every flavour or brand: for an accurate comparison, read the nutrition information for the products you’re actually choosing.