Does Expensive Mean Better? We Ranked Australia’s Biggest Potato Chip Brands

Does Expensive Mean Better? We Ranked Australia’s Biggest Potato Chip Brands

Author: Dub & Nectorious Papi September 22, 2026 Duration: 35:18

Which supermarket potato chip actually deserves the crown?


This week, we put Smith’s, Thins and Aldi Sprinters head-to-head across five classic flavours: Chicken, Cheese & Onion, BBQ, Salt & Vinegar and Original.

There are some easy wins, some seriously close calls and a few brutal takes but does paying more actually get you a better chip?

Then we throw in a surprise Sweet Chilli & Sour Cream battle between Kettle, Red Rock Deli and Aldi’s Blackstone… and the result catches us completely off guard.

Smith’s vs Thins vs Aldi. Five flavours. One overall winner.


Let us know your number one Australian potato chip in the comments.


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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when people who are genuinely obsessed with food get together, and that's exactly what you'll find on The Food Guys Podcast. Hosts Dub and Nectorious Papi don't just review meals; they dive headfirst into the entire universe of what we eat. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a lively table where the topics range from breaking down the latest fast-food menu item to heated debates about beloved or despised ingredients. The discussion is always grounded in a real passion-they love to talk about food just as much as they love to eat it. You'll hear more than just their opinions, though. They regularly bring other voices into the mix, from well-known names in the food industry to local business owners and fellow food lovers. These conversations are packed with the hosts' natural chemistry, which means plenty of laughter, friendly banter, and the occasional good-natured argument. Tuning into this podcast is like getting an insider's look at food culture, served with a side of humor and genuine curiosity. It’s a show for anyone who thinks about their next meal while they’re still eating the current one.
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