If you want to take crisps with you
An individual bag is handy for a snack on the go or in a lunchbox. Albert Heijn lists its Lay's Mega box as containing 20 bags of 22 g to 27.5 g; Jumbo lists its sharing bag as containing 15 bags of 25 g.
Who are individual bags useful for?
If you want to share a choice of flavours
A sharing box gives a group a choice, so everyone doesn’t have to have the same snack. The Lay's boxes listed by Albert Heijn contain 20 or 30 individual bags with different types of snacks.
If you’re adding crisps to your online shop
When adding them to an existing order, your delivery slot and the retailer’s basket requirements also matter. Check with your chosen retailer that this particular pack can be ordered for your address and preferred slot.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with how you’ll use them: do you mainly need individual portions, or do you want to share a selection of flavours? Then check the ingredients of the varieties included and the terms for your online order.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portions | The number of individual bags and the weight of each one. | I want to take one sealed bag with me without opening a large pack. Individual portions are the main priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Flavours to share | Which types of snacks are in the box and how many bags there are of each type. | If I’m ordering for several people, I want a choice of different flavours. Variety is the main consideration for around 27% of consumers. |
| Online order | Availability for your address and delivery slot, plus any basket requirements. | I’m adding crisps to my shopping and want to know whether my order can go ahead at the time I want. This is the most important factor for around 20% of consumers. |
| Ingredients | The current ingredients, allergen and nutritional information for every variety in the mix. | Before sharing a mixed box, I want to know what’s in each bag. Checking this is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
-
Assuming every bag in a mixed box contains the same ingredients
A box containing different crisps and snacks can include varieties with different ingredients. The name or front of the box doesn’t necessarily tell you what’s in each bag.
Read the current ingredients and allergen information for every variety before choosing a box for a group.
-
Assuming an older multipack is still available to order online
Jumbo lists Pringles Original 12 × 40 g as no longer available in its online range. A larger tube isn’t a substitute if individual portions are what you’re after.
Search for the exact size in your chosen ordering service and check that it’s available for your delivery slot.
-
Assuming an in-store product is available for delivery
Lidl’s range page marks the Snack Day crisps mentioned here as available in store only. That means they can’t automatically be added to an online grocery order.
Choose this option if you’re happy to visit a shop, or check separately whether the exact product is available to order online in your area.
Brands and retailers to consider
Lay's
Worth considering for sharing boxes with individual bags and different types of snacks.
- Albert Heijn lists a Mega box with 20 bags of 22 g to 27.5 g, and a Celebration box with 30 bags.
- For a mixed box, check the ingredients of every variety; not all the bags contain the same ingredients.
Jumbo
A retailer with its own-brand sharing bag for anyone looking for individual bags in a few flavours.
- The Chips Sharing Bag Paprika & Original is listed as 15 × 25 g.
- Check whether the sharing bag is available for your address and chosen delivery slot.
Pringles
A different type of pack to consider if individual bags aren’t essential.
- Jumbo lists 165 g Pringles tubes in various flavours.
- Jumbo lists Pringles Original 12 × 40 g as no longer available in its online range, so don’t assume this multipack is in stock.
Smiths
Worth considering if you’re looking for sticks in one pack rather than pre-portioned bags.
- Jumbo lists Smiths Sticks Barbecue and Paprika, both in 100 g packs.
- These packs don’t in themselves meet the need for individual snack portions to hand out.
Albert Heijn
An online retailer where you can compare Lay's sharing boxes and more.
- The product pages list the number of bags and the contents of the mixed boxes reviewed.
- Check the latest product information and delivery terms when putting together your basket.
Lidl / Snack Day
An in-store alternative if you’re also happy to shop outside an online grocery order.
- Lidl offers Snack Day crisps in several flavours.
- The products mentioned are marked as available in store only on Lidl’s page.
Sharing boxes and multipacks on Joybuy
These packs are suited to individual snack occasions or to sharing a selection. For each box, compare the number of items and check the amount in each bag and the latest ingredient information to make sure it suits your needs.
Image unavailable
Lay's Fun Mix Box, 15 pieces
A mixed box of individual snacks to take with you or share. The product name lists 15 pieces; if you’re choosing for others, check the contents and ingredients of the varieties included.
Image unavailable
Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box, 20 pieces
A mixed box for sharing a range of snacks. The product name lists 20 pieces and includes Lay's, Cheetos and Doritos; if you have allergies, check the ingredients of each variety.
Image unavailable
Croky Sharing Mix, 180 g
A mixed pack to consider if you want snacks to share. The listed total weight is 180 g; if pre-portioned snacks matter to you, check the number of bags and the amount in each one.
Image unavailable
Lay's Family Box, 15 pieces
A box to compare if you’re looking for snacks for several occasions. The product name lists 15 pieces; check the amount in each piece and the ingredients of the varieties before ordering.
Image unavailable
Lay's Doritos Chill Box, 12 pieces
A mixed box for taking snacks with you or sharing them. The product name lists 12 pieces and includes Lay's and Doritos; check the amount in each piece and the latest ingredient information for the mix.
Frequently asked questions
Can I order a sharing bag of crisps with my online groceries?
Yes, if the exact product is available for your address and delivery slot, and your order meets the retailer’s requirements. Check this in your basket; seeing a product page doesn’t on its own confirm availability for your chosen delivery slot.
What size is handy for taking crisps with me?
A pack with individual bags is handy for pre-portioned snacks. Albert Heijn lists bags of 22 g to 27.5 g in its Lay's Mega box, while Jumbo lists a sharing bag of 15 × 25 g. Above all, compare the weight of each bag with how much you want to take with you.
Can I assume that every bag in a mixed box has the same ingredients?
No, check each variety separately. Different types of snacks may contain different ingredients and allergens; if you have an allergy, use the current label information for the exact pack.
How do I compare the nutritional information for small and large packs?
Compare the same nutritional values per 100 g, then consider how much you’ll actually eat. For a small bag, use the contents of that specific bag, not the total weight of the box.
Can I choose Lidl Snack Day crisps for online delivery?
Don’t assume so without checking: Lidl marks the Snack Day crisps mentioned on its page as available in store only. If you want them delivered, check whether the exact product is offered for delivery through your local ordering service.