The Best Potato Chips

Real Simple Magazine

By Lindsay Funston

Crunch time! Our testers dug into 233 bags of chips and found 21 worth their salt.





Best Original


Lay's Kettle Cooked Original
Thick-cut and extra crunchy, these picnic must-haves are basic but not boring.

To buy: $3.30 for 8.5 ounces.


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Best Crinkle-Cut
Ruffles Original


It's no surprise that this iconic, dip-gripping favorite has been the life of the party since 1958.

To buy: $4 for 10 ounces.


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Best Barbecue
Lay's Kettle Cooked Mesquite BBQ


Not too smoky, not too sweet, this winner comes alive with paprika, garlic, and sugar.

To buy: $3.30 for 8.5 ounces.


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Best Salt and Vinegar
Dirty Sea Salt & Vinegar

Pucker up: These intensely tangy snacks pack a powerful kick that lingers.

To buy: $2.50 for 5.5 ounces.



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Best Salt and Pepper
Dirty Cracked Pepper & Sea Sal

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A crisp texture and a piquant flavor make these rounds a hit.

To buy: $2.50 for 5.5 ounces.



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Best Jalapeño
Deep River Zesty Jalapeño


Not for the faint of heart, this fiery winner demands to be paired with a frosty margarita.

To buy: $3 for 5 ounces.











Best Cheese Kettle New York Cheddar With Herbs


Cheddar, Romano, Parmesan, and butter all in one bold blend? Yes, please.

To buy: $2.90 for 5 ounces.



Best Sour Cream and Onion
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