Both Goldfish and OREO offer a wide array of flavors and are readily available, making them convenient snack choices. Goldfish may appeal to those seeking fewer artificial additives (though this is debated), while OREO offers a classic cookie experience with numerous limited-edition flavors. Nutritional considerations, such as sugar content and potential allergens, should be taken into account when choosing between the two.
| Attribute | Goldfish | OREO |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Variety | Cheddar, Old Bay, Pizza, Vanilla Cupcake, S'mores and more | Wide range, including original, chocolate, mint, lemon, tiramisu, peanut butter, and various limited-edition flavors like Chocolate Covered Pretzel, Space Dunk, and Choc'o Brownie. Some flavors are specific to certain regions. |
| Ingredients Quality | Enriched wheat flour, vegetable oils, and cheese. Made with real cheese and without artificial flavors or preservatives (claim contested due to citric acid). | Primary ingredients include unbleached enriched flour, sugar, palm and/or canola oil, cocoa, and high fructose corn syrup. |
| Nutritional Value (calories, fat, sugar, sodium) | 55 Goldfish Cheddar crackers: 140 calories, 5g fat | Per serving of 3 cookies (34g): Calories: 160, Fat: 7g, Sugar: 14g, Sodium: 135mg |
| Texture (crispy, crunchy, soft) | Crispy and crunchy | Combination of crispy wafers and a creamy filling. Some varieties, like OREO Thins, offer a thinner, crispier texture. |
| Packaging Size Options | Snack packs (1 oz to 1.5 oz), cartons, and bulk boxes | Various sizes, including mini, regular, and family-size packs. Also come in snack packs and resealable packages. |
| Price per Serving | $0.46-$0.96 per ounce (snack packs) | Prices vary depending on the retailer and size of the package. |
| Allergen Information (gluten, nuts, dairy) | Contains wheat and milk. Made on dedicated peanut and tree nut-free lines, but may be produced in facilities that process these allergens. | Contain wheat and soy. May contain traces of milk due to cross-contamination. Not suitable for those with nut allergies, as they are produced in a plant that processes nuts. |
| Brand Reputation | Popular snack for decades, known for kid-friendly appeal. Campbell Soup Company is a well-established food manufacturer. | Well-known and popular cookie brand with a long history, created in 1912. |
| Availability (online, in stores) | Widely available online and in stores | Widely available online and in local stores. |
| Shelf Life | Unopened: 6-12 months. Opened: 1-2 weeks (in airtight container) | Unopened OREOs can last for up to a year. Opened packages should be consumed within a couple of weeks to maintain freshness. They can also be frozen for longer storage. |
| Artificial Flavors/Preservatives | Claims no artificial flavors or preservatives, but contested due to citric acid. | Contain artificial flavors. |
| Kid-Friendly Appeal | Classic snack for children due to fun shape, taste, and availability. | A popular snack among children. |
| Price | Not available | Prices vary depending on the retailer and size of the package. |
| Ratings | Not available | Not available |