Groups getting together for a film
If several people will be sharing, start by working out how much you’ll need in total. Compare the pack weights before choosing a flavour.
Which crisps are right for you?
Fans of particular flavours
If you’re looking for salted crisps, paprika or another flavour, choose the specific variety and product line you want. Even within the same brand, the varieties aren’t interchangeable.
Shoppers who compare labels
If ingredients, fat, salt or allergens matter to your choice, check the information on the pack you’re buying. A brand name or the words ‘oven-baked crisps’ won’t tell you everything.
What to look for when choosing
For a get-together, first work out how much you’ll need, then compare the flavour, ingredients and nutrition information for each variety.
| What matters | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Pack size | Compare the weight with how much your group needs; don’t assume different types of crisps are equivalent just because their packs are the same size. | If several people will be sharing, I want to work out how many packs we’ll need. For around 39% of shoppers, getting the quantity right is the main priority. |
| Flavour and type of crisps | Choose the specific variety and, if people have different tastes, consider how strong the flavouring is. | If the group has different preferences, I want to choose a variety that suits as many people as possible. Around 23% of shoppers prioritise flavour. |
| Ingredients and labelling | Read the ingredients list, allergen and ‘may contain’ information, and nutrition information for the specific pack. | If I want to avoid certain ingredients or compare nutritional values, the current pack labelling is essential. This check is the main priority for around 23% of shoppers. |
| Oven-baked crisps | Compare fat and salt per 100 g, as well as the pack size, with a traditional variety of crisps. | If you’re specifically considering baked crisps, you’ll want to check the nutrition information for your chosen variety. This alternative is the main focus for around 15% of shoppers. |
Common misconceptions
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Assuming you know the allergens from the flavour
Potato crisps with similar names can still have different ingredients and ‘may contain’ information. REWE says that ja! Paprika Crisps may contain traces of gluten and milk.
Every time you buy crisps, read the ingredients list and the allergen and ‘may contain’ information on the specific pack. Don’t rely on the flavour or on packaging you’ve seen before.
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Assuming ‘oven-baked’ tells you everything
The cooking method alone doesn’t tell you the fat, salt or other nutritional values of a particular variety. funny-frisch’s claim about reduced fat applies to its own Ofen Chips range and is based on the manufacturer’s comparison with traditional potato crisps.
Compare the nutrition information per 100 g and the pack sizes of the products you’re actually choosing between.
Brands and own-label options to consider
Lorenz
Crunchips includes salted and flavoured potato crisps; the information about Crunchips Salted applies to that variety only.
- For Crunchips Salted, Lorenz lists potatoes, vegetable oils, sea salt and table salt, and 1.3 g of salt per 100 g.
- Lorenz notes that recipes may change. Always check the ingredients list on the pack.
funny-frisch
Chipsfrisch, Kessel Chips and Ofen Chips are different product lines for shoppers who want to choose a particular type of crisps.
- The product line names make it easier to narrow down your choice between traditional, kettle-cooked and oven-baked crisps.
- Check the nutrition information and ingredients for each variety; claims about Ofen Chips don’t apply to the entire range.
Chio
Chio offers varieties including Red Paprika for shoppers looking for a particular flavour.
- Chio lists 1.5 g of salt and 33 g of fat per 100 g for Red Paprika.
- These nutritional values apply to Red Paprika, not other Chio products. Check the labelling on the pack you choose.
ja! / REWE
ja! Paprika Crisps come in a 200 g own-label pack, making them a useful point of comparison with other potato crisps.
- REWE lists 1.6 g of salt and 33 g of fat per 100 g for this variety.
- According to REWE, the product may contain traces of gluten and milk.
Gut & Günstig / EDEKA
EDEKA stocks crisps and savoury snacks from various suppliers, as well as own-label snacks from Gut & Günstig.
- When choosing crisps at EDEKA, you can compare the specific potato crisps on offer by variety and pack size.
- The own-label name alone doesn’t identify a particular variety of potato crisps; ingredients and nutritional values always relate to the specific pack.
Snack Day / Lidl
Snack Day Paprika Crisps are another own-label option in a 200 g pack for planning a movie night with friends or family.
- You can compare the stated pack size with what your group needs.
- For ingredients, allergens and nutrition information, always check the labelling on the pack you actually choose.
Potato crisps at Joybuy
This selection includes traditional branded crisps in salted and flavoured varieties, as well as an oven-baked option. Compare the pack sizes and product information to work out what’s right for your group.
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Lorenz Crunchips Salted, 200 g
A salted variety to consider if a 200 g pack is right for your group. Lorenz lists 1.3 g of salt per 100 g for Crunchips Salted; check the ingredients and any allergen warnings on the pack you buy.
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funny-frisch Chipsfrisch Ungarisch, 150 g
For a group specifically looking for Chipsfrisch Ungarisch. The pack contains 150 g, so compare the quantity with the number of people sharing. Check the ingredients list if needed.
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Lorenz Crunchips Paprika, 150 g
A paprika-flavoured option for shoppers looking for something seasoned rather than salted Crunchips. The pack contains 150 g; check the ingredients and allergen information for this specific variety.
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Lay's Paprika, 150 g
Another paprika-flavoured option for movie night. The pack contains 150 g; if several people will be sharing, compare the quantity with what you need and check the pack labelling.
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funny-frisch Ofen Chips Paprika Smoky BBQ, 115 g
An oven-baked option for shoppers who want to compare this type of crisp with traditional potato crisps. The pack contains 115 g; compare the nutrition information per 100 g and check the labelling for this specific variety.
Frequently asked questions
Are paprika crisps automatically vegan or gluten-free?
No. The paprika flavouring alone doesn’t tell you that. Chio labels Red Paprika as vegan and gluten-free, while REWE says that ja! Paprika Crisps may contain traces of gluten and milk. Always check the labelling on the specific pack.
What does a ‘may contain’ warning on a pack of crisps mean?
A ‘may contain’ warning means there could be accidental traces of an ingredient that cannot be ruled out. According to the German Food Association, ‘May contain traces of …’ is a voluntary warning. Also read the ingredients list and check the allergens highlighted there.
Are oven-baked crisps always the better choice for movie night?
No. The way crisps are cooked doesn’t, by itself, determine which ones are right for your group. funny-frisch provides information about the fat content of its own Ofen Chips range compared with traditional potato crisps. When choosing, also compare the nutrition information and pack sizes for the specific varieties.