For a summer holiday get-together, the net weight matters more than a label such as ‘Sharing’: the REWE and EDEKA bags featured here contain either 200 g or 250 g, depending on the flavour. Choose a size that suits your group, then pick your preferred flavours. When it comes to ingredients, allergens and nutritional information, always check the labelling for the specific variety.
Whether you’re planning a day out, a holiday evening or a games night, work out how much you’ll need rather than relying on a name on the pack. The weight in grams helps you decide whether one bag will be enough or whether you’ll need several.
If everyone doesn’t like the same seasoning, compare options such as salted crisps with paprika or other seasoned varieties. Crinkle-cut crisps and stackable crisps are also different product types.
When sharing, make sure the ingredients and allergen information are suitable for everyone for each variety you choose. Seasoned varieties in particular may differ from a salted variety by the same brand.
For your summer holiday get-together, first work out how much you’ll need and which flavours everyone prefers. Then check the labelling on each bag, especially if anyone needs to avoid certain ingredients.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Compare the net weight in grams and plan how many bags to buy. | If I’m bringing crisps for everyone, I don’t want to judge the quantity by the word ‘Sharing’ on the pack alone. Around 31% of consumers put having enough in the pack first. |
| Flavour and shape | Compare the flavour names and decide whether salted crisps would be a good option alongside a seasoned variety. | When people in the group have different tastes, I don’t want to commit to just one strongly seasoned flavour. For around 25% of consumers, having a choice of flavours comes first. |
| Ingredients and nutritional information | Read the ingredients, allergen and ‘may contain’ information on each pack; compare nutritional values per 100 g if needed. | If someone joining in needs to avoid certain ingredients, I check each variety separately. For around 25% of consumers, ingredient labelling is the top priority. |
| Own label and store | Check which varieties and pack sizes your store stocks; compare online information with the actual bag. | If I’m planning to buy a specific own-label product for a day out, the variety I want needs to be available in store. For around 19% of consumers, being able to buy it is the main consideration. |
The label doesn’t tell you how many grams are in the bag. The Funny-frisch Chipsfrisch Hungarian bag listed by REWE contains 250 g; the own-label bags featured here from REWE and EDEKA contain 200 g.
Plan based on the net weight. If people have different preferences, two varieties with different labels may be a better choice than a single bag.
According to EDEKA, GUT&GÜNSTIG Paprika Crinkle-Cut Crisps contain wheat and carry ‘may contain’ warnings for milk, celery and soya. The salted variety has a different ingredients list and may contain traces of milk.
Check the ingredients and warnings for each variety separately, even if the brand and pack size are the same.
Recipes and packaging information can change. Product pages are useful when comparing options in advance, but when sharing, the labelling on the bag you actually buy is what matters.
If anyone has an allergy, check the ingredients list and ‘may contain’ information on the pack again before eating.
EDEKA points out that listed products may not be available in every store. So a planned 200 g bag won’t necessarily be an option at every location.
Before you shop, check that your store stocks the variety and pack size you want.
The Chipsfrisch range includes several flavours. REWE lists Chipsfrisch Hungarian as a 250 g bag with a smoky paprika flavour.
Lorenz makes Crunchips in a range of flavours, as well as Crunchips Stackers, which are stackable crisps.
Chio lists Red Paprika, Hot Peperoni, Salt & Vinegar and Ready Salted among its potato crisp flavours.
REWE stocks potato crisps under own-label brands including ja! and REWE Beste Wahl. Listed ja! options include 200 g packs in salted and paprika flavours.
EDEKA stocks GUT&GÜNSTIG Salt and Paprika Crinkle-Cut Crisps in 200 g packs.
If you’re looking for crisps to share, the options here include a 200 g salted bag and two 185 g tubes. If you specifically want a bag, the packaging of the two Pringles varieties is an important difference to consider.
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A salted variety for a get-together where you’re looking for a single 200 g bag. If anyone has an allergy, check the ingredients and ‘may contain’ information on the specific pack.
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A salted alternative if you’re happy with a tube rather than a larger bag. It contains 185 g, so bear that in mind when planning for a group that needs a bigger quantity.
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A paprika-flavoured option for a get-together where a tube works better than a bag. At 185 g, it contains less than the 200 g bag featured here; check the ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack.
Compare the net weight in grams with the size of your group and any other snacks you’re serving. The REWE and EDEKA bags featured here contain either 200 g or 250 g; the word ‘Sharing’ alone doesn’t tell you how many portions you’ll get.
No. Allergen or ‘may contain’ information can still be relevant for a salted variety. According to EDEKA, GUT&GÜNSTIG Salt Crinkle-Cut Crisps may contain traces of milk; the paprika variety contains wheat and lists possible traces of milk, celery and soya. Check the current packaging for each variety.
When choosing a variety and pack size, it’s useful to check the net weight, ingredients, highlighted allergens and nutritional information. The Lower Saxony State Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety also lists information such as the product name, best-before date and manufacturer for packaged foods. Always check the labelling on the pack you buy.