Choose crisps for a film night based on the nutritional information for the exact flavour per 100 g, not just the words ‘lower fat’. Jumbo lists 13 g of fat per 100 g for Lay's Oven Baked Natural; Albert Heijn lists 20 g per 100 g for AH Ribbed Crisps Natural Less Fat. Their fat-reduction claims use different products for comparison, so also check salt, ingredients and how much you want to share.
You want to enjoy crisps during a film, but are looking for an option that demonstrably contains less fat than the product the manufacturer uses for comparison. Taste and texture still matter when you choose.
You’re buying a bag for several people and want to know how much it contains and what serving size is listed on the packaging.
You don’t assume that less fat also means less salt. That’s why you check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens for the exact flavour.
Start with the flavour you want, then compare fat and salt on the same per-100 g basis. Decide how much of the bag you want to eat or share before the film starts.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content | Compare fat per 100 g and check which regular crisps the fat-reduction claim uses for comparison. | If my main aim is to choose crisps with less fat, I need to be able to compare the fat content of the exact variant. Around 42% of consumers put this first. |
| Taste and texture | Choose the flavour you want and check the nutritional information for that variant; don’t rely on figures for a different flavour. | For my film night, I want crisps that suit my taste without relying solely on the words ‘lower fat’. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Sharing and portions | Check the bag weight and stated serving size before dividing up the crisps. | When I’m sharing a bag, I want to decide in advance how much everyone gets. This is the most important consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
A reduction percentage alone doesn’t tell you how much fat the crisps contain. Lay's compares Oven Baked Natural with regular potato crisps; Albert Heijn compares its ribbed crisps with regular AH Ribbed Crisps Natural.
Compare the nutritional values of the exact variants per 100 g and check the reference product used for each claim.
Fat and salt are separate nutritional values. Jumbo lists 0.85 g of salt per 100 g for Lay's Oven Baked Natural, while Albert Heijn lists 0.9 g per 100 g for AH Ribbed Crisps Natural Less Fat.
Compare salt for the same quantity and check the current packaging for the flavour you’re buying.
A 150 g bag may contain several portions: Albert Heijn lists six 25 g portions for its ribbed crisps, while Jumbo shows nutritional values per 30 g for Lay's Oven Baked Natural.
Portion the crisps out before watching with others, or use a bowl to decide how much you want for yourself.
The Oven Baked range is worth considering if you’re looking for oven-baked crisps. For the Natural variant, Jumbo lists 13 g of fat and 0.85 g of salt per 100 g; the product information says it contains 50% less fat than regular potato crisps.
AH Ribbed Crisps Natural Less Fat is a 150 g ridged option. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of fat and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g, and says it contains 35% less fat than AH Ribbed Crisps Natural.
In the Netherlands, Pringles offers flavours including Original and Paprika. The stackable shape may come in handy if you want to share your crisps.
These Lay's options are oven-baked crisps for anyone who wants to choose between natural and seasoned flavours for a film night. If you’re comparing fat or salt, always check the nutritional information for the exact flavour on the current packaging.
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A natural flavour to share during a film night. The bag contains 150 g; Jumbo lists 13 g of fat per 100 g for the Natural variant reviewed. Check the salt content on the current packaging before comparing it with other crisps.
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An oven-baked, herb-flavoured option if you’d rather not choose natural crisps. The bag contains 150 g. Check the current nutritional information per 100 g and the allergen statement for this flavour.
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An oven-baked option if you fancy barbecue flavour for your film night. The bag contains 150 g. Check the packaging for the nutritional information per 100 g and the ingredients for this flavour.
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An oven-baked paprika flavour to share during a film if that’s what you fancy. The bag contains 150 g. Compare the fat and salt in this exact flavour per 100 g, and read the current allergen statement.
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An oven-baked option if you fancy cheese and onion flavour for your film night. The bag contains 150 g. Check the current packaging for the nutritional information per 100 g and the ingredients in this variant.
No. Fat and salt are listed separately in the nutritional information. Jumbo lists 13 g of fat and 0.85 g of salt per 100 g for Lay's Oven Baked Natural; Albert Heijn lists 20 g of fat and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g for AH Ribbed Crisps Natural Less Fat. Compare both values for the exact products you’re considering.
Check the bag weight and serving size on the packaging, and portion the crisps out in advance if you prefer. Albert Heijn lists six 25 g portions for its 150 g bag of ribbed crisps; Jumbo shows nutritional values per 30 g for its 150 g bag of Lay's Oven Baked Natural.
Yes. Check the ingredients list and allergen statement for the exact flavour and pack. A fat-reduction claim doesn’t tell you which ingredients or allergens may be relevant to your choice.
