Anyone who regularly buys bread on a budget
You want to compare loaves fairly, so you consider the type of bread, its weight and how much your household will eat.
Who is this relevant to?
Anyone looking specifically for wholemeal tiger bread
You like the tiger crust but choose your bread type carefully. The name of the crust doesn’t tell you whether a loaf is wholemeal, so check the product description and nutritional information.
A small household keen to avoid wasting bread
You’re buying for one or two people. A half loaf may better suit how much you eat; you could also freeze portions if the product is suitable.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide which type of bread and how much you need. Then compare whole and half loaves that suit the way you’ll use them.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday shopping budget | Compare the same type of bread and check the weight of each pack. For special offers, check how long they’re valid. | I buy bread regularly and want to know whether two whole loaves really contain the same amount; around 42% of consumers prioritise a fair comparison for their everyday shopping budget. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Read the product description and compare the fibre per 100 g in the options you’re considering. | I like the tiger crust, but for bread I eat every day, I mainly want to know whether it’s wholemeal. For around 33% of consumers, the type of bread comes first. |
| Getting the right amount | Check whether a half pack is available, and read the storage instructions if you plan to freeze portions. | We don’t always finish a whole loaf before it goes stale; around 25% of consumers prioritise reducing waste. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming two whole loaves contain the same amount
A pack labelled ‘whole’ doesn’t necessarily weigh the same as another whole loaf. So the pack size alone won’t tell you how much bread you’re getting.
Check the weight and, where possible, compare options of the same type of bread.
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Assuming the tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal
‘Tiger’ describes the crust, not the type of flour. Jumbo, for example, lists separate white, brown and wholemeal tiger bread options.
Look for the type of bread in the product description, then check the ingredients and fibre per 100 g for the option you’ve chosen.
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Relying on a special offer as a long-term reason to choose a product
Special offers are only available for the stated period. Lidl also says that current prices for its food products are displayed in store.
Check the offer dates and in-store information just before you buy.
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Buying a whole loaf without considering how much you’ll eat
If you don’t eat much bread, you may have some of a whole loaf left over. In that case, the pack size matters just as much as the type of bread.
Choose a size that suits your household. PLUS says its half Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Tijger volkoren heel in its online bread range.
- A familiar wholemeal option to compare by type of bread.
- Check the weight and current product information for this option.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Boeren Tijgerbrood wit, bruin and volkoren as whole loaves, alongside half loaves in white and brown.
- You can also consider a half pack in white or brown.
- White, brown and wholemeal are different types of bread, so check the information for the option you choose.
Lidl
Lidl lists Tijgervolkoren heel vloerbrood as an in-store product.
- A wholemeal option for anyone who shops in store.
- Lidl directs shoppers to its stores for current food offer and price information, so check there before you buy.
ALDI
ALDI lists whole Boeren tijgerbroden in white, brown and wholemeal.
- The three listed types give you a choice within the same tiger bread range.
- Check the label on your chosen option for its ingredients and nutritional information.
PLUS
PLUS lists Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren as a half pack weighing 400 g.
- For this option, PLUS lists 6,4 g of fibre and 0,97 g of salt per 100 g, and provides instructions for freezing it at home on the day of purchase.
- PLUS says this option contains wheat, barley and gluten; the product information also mentions possible traces of other allergens.
Dirk
Dirk lists Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger bruin heel as an in-store product.
- A listed brown whole-loaf option to consider when shopping in store.
- Dirk says it doesn’t offer a delivery service, so bear that in mind if you’d like your shopping delivered to your home.
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Frequently asked questions
Is tiger bread always wholemeal?
No. ‘Tiger’ refers to the crust and doesn’t determine the type of bread. Jumbo lists white, brown and wholemeal tiger bread options, so check the product description for the loaf you choose.
How do I compare tiger bread for my everyday shopping?
Start with the same type of bread, then check the weight and pack size. Also consider how much you’ll actually eat, and check how long any special offer is valid for.
What can I do if a whole loaf is too much?
A half loaf may be a better fit for a small household. If you want to store portions, follow the instructions for the product you’ve chosen. PLUS says its half Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren can be frozen on the day of purchase and used within a month.
Does all tiger bread contain baker’s salt?
You can’t tell from the name tiger bread. Check the ingredients list for the exact option. PLUS lists baker’s salt in its Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren, but that doesn’t tell you anything about other loaves.
Where can I find allergen and nutritional information?
Read the information for the exact option on its packaging or product page. For its half Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren, PLUS lists wheat, barley and gluten, possible traces of other allergens, and 0,97 g of salt per 100 g. Don’t assume those details apply to another tiger loaf.