SmartSweets reviews and discussion

3.9

72% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Vivid, nostalgic flavors
  • Lower‑sugar candy formulas
  • Convenient portion packs
  • Vegan, plant‑based options
  • Extremely sticky texture
  • Inconsistent chew quality
  • Notable sweetener aftertaste
  • Potential gi discomfort

SmartSweets earns largely positive reviews as a lower‑sugar candy that satisfies cravings—standouts include Sweet Fish, Peach Rings, Sourmelon Bites, red twists, and gummy worms—while recurring complaints in reviews cite an extremely sticky, tooth‑clinging texture and occasional odd or stevia‑like aftertaste. Reviews also note inconsistent chew across flavors and batches, plus some GI sensitivity for a few users; if you want a healthier candy fix and can accept a different chew, SmartSweets is a compelling swap, but purists may prefer the originals.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

1,536 reviews and posts

  • This is a great alternative to traditional candy. The taste and texture is different than expected but you’ll get quickly used to it. My favorite candy from this brand is the Swedish fish

  • I used to be obsessed with these, but recently haven't found myself reaching for them much. My faves are the coca cola ones and the peach rings. They do taste a little stale sometimes, depends on the batch you get.

  • Very tasty feels 100% better eating this candy than normal sugary brands

  • Great sweet treat that has less sugar than regular candy but doesn't sacrifice the texture.

  • I am not a huge fan of candy, to begin with, but I think smart sweets does a great job of creating a product that tastes good while being low in sugar. I have enjoyed everything that I have tried. The packaging is cute, too!

  • Love these gummies for the flavors but they’re softer than Haribo texture-wise.

  • Great substitute for "normal" candy if you want a sweet treat, I find the big bags (for whatever reason) have better texture and the individually bagged ones get stuck in your teeth more

  • My daughter loves eating these low sugar candies and I feel better about letting her have these sweets knowing that they're not full of sugar!

  • I want to love this brand because of the lower sugar content, but the taste isn't quite there.

  • Not for me. Sometimes alternative sweeteners taste so artificial! I would skip these and go for the real ones if you need a treat.

  • texture can be hit or miss but good replacement for sugar cravings

  • My kids love these and a great alternative to the usual brands filled w dyes and chemicals

  • SmartSweets are my go-to candy these days. I love the sweet fish and peach rings. They're a great serving size and a fantastic alternative to some of the "less healthy" original forms of those candies. I love to toss them in my golf bag for a sweet treat mid-round. The only thing that I don't like about these is that they're extra soft and get stuck in my teeth way more than other brands.

  • These are a really great snack for if you are having a sweet tooth and trying to avoid sugar. They texture and flavor are a bit disappointing though. It doesn’t have the gummy texture, and has a little bit of the fake sweet taste. I still have repurchased them though

  • I love peach rings, but rarely buy them because they always feel a little too sweet. I’m so glad to have found these! They definitely have less sweetness, but they’re still delicious. And I appreciate the smaller package too, even though it makes them a bit more expensive.

  • Absolutely loved smart sweets. They are the perfect snack. Are a guilt-free pleasure that is genuinely so good. The peach rings and twizzlers are my favs, but I've tried and loved them all

  • This is a great option for a cleaner way to eat sweets with much less sugar.