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

  • The best go to snack for a sweet tooth that you are not going to feel guilty about! They are so delicious and I keep them on hand in my nightstand, my car, my office. They are a FAVORITE of mine!

  • I have tried both the peach rings and the ones that are supposed to be like sour patch kids. I have no negatives. They're a little bit thicker than a normal gummy you would get but honestly I think the quality is a 100% better taste and texture!

  • I love love love sweet treats so I had to try these. They’re really good for health conscious people or people with special dietary restrictions. They do have a tinge of an aftertaste, and they are a tad expensive for candy, but for the “health” market, it’s really solid.

  • I was pleasantly surprised by smart sweets. I tried the peach rings, both gummy worms, and the fish and all of them were extremely comparable to their mainstream counterparts. The portioning makes them easy to grab and snack on and the lower cal makes them a great sweat snack when you have goals but are craving candy.

  • I love these as a sugar free replacements for my family's favor gummy candies. They are tasty and have good flavor, although some of the flavors have a texture that sticks to your teeth. I will keep purchasing!

  • These are so good as a grab & go when craving something sweet with less sugar. I just hate how small the bags are for the price! A lot of stores will have these on sale so just keep your eyes peeled.

  • I’m Hypoglycemic so I try to be cautious about my sugar intake but I LOVE gummy (especially sour) candy. I was surprised by the price of these at first but honestly they are so good that they are WORTH IT!

  • These are fine. They take so long to chew that you don't want any more and get stuck in your teeth, but aren't quite the same as regular gummy candies. There's also a powdery substance on all the sour candies.

  • Smart sweets are tasty but you can definitely taste that these are “healthy” sweets.

  • I don't love these but I like the idea of these. Not that sweet/great taste like you’d expect.

  • You can definitely tell that these are a “healthy” alternative to regular gummy candies, the taste and texture are slightly off. That being said, they are okay if you know what you’re getting into, and you can eat an entire bag guilt-free!

  • Love the concept but the sweets often get stuck in between my teeth. Don’t reach for these that often.

  • I'm a big fan as I love to eat sweets after every meal and now I can eat them guilt-free. These are great for introducing kids to sweets and not having to feel bad about all the ingredients. Their packaging is fun and eye-catching and their flavors are great and as close to the real thing as possible!

  • This candy is tasty, but no replacement for actual candy. I think if you are craving candy then you should get the real thing.

  • Smart sweets are soo yummy! Everything I’ve tried has been great. I wish they were a tad bit more affordable though.

  • SmartSweets candy is almost indistinguishable from its store-brand counterparts and allows me to indulge my sweet tooth with a little less guilt. I find myself opting for SweetSmarts candy instead of other candies when I am at movies, etc. I do wish the candies were a little more affordable.

  • They taste great and I don’t feel guilt after eating a bag of these candies. Finally gummies snacks for adults (and everyone) with a sweet tooth, but concerned with all the sugar in traditional candy snacks.