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

  • Love these candies as a lower sugar alternative to some of my favorite sweet treats!

  • Smart Sweets are fine, but they’re expensive for the amount of product you get in a package. I’ve tried the Smart Fish and Peach Rings, and they definitely scratch the itch of eating a full sugar candy, but it is an expensive replacement. I appreciate that most of the Smart Sweet candies are vegan (ie no gelatin) which is very hit or miss for gummy candies.

  • These candies were ok, they are overbalanced in flavor, which I found to be too strong. The lack of sugar was not an issue, the overwhelming fruit flavors were enough to keep me from buying them again. Kids would probably eat them, especially if they were not used to the higher-sugar alternatives. However, this is a hard switch to make.

  • Love wish the price was lower for the amount that’s is in the bag

  • Most of the flavors are delicious. I’ve had a few that tasted a little too “healthy” lol, like I wasn’t getting the sweetness that I’d normally expect. But that’s probably my own issue.

  • Pleasantly surprised with how tasty they were! Would definitely repurchase again

  • Good but hard to chew and stick to my teeth. Have left bags open and unfinished. Hit the spot if nothing else is available

  • Pretty good for low sugar candy, felt super sticky on my teeth which I'm not big on but my friends really liked them. I'd get again for a snack!

  • I love these and buy quite frequently. Pricey but gets me my craving over for less calories. The peach rings are my favorite

  • I like them. They really are good considering they are low sugar. Yes a little more sticky and a little less sweet, but they have a great flavor and less calories. I eat them often when I need a sugar fix and yes I’ll eat quite a few with no tummy issues.

  • Definitely helps curb my sugar cravings! the peach rings are amazing they taste just like regular candy.

  • I absolutely love these sweets. The packaging is so much better looking in a kitchen than generic brands, and I don’t feel as guilty diving into these. I get excited every time I these in store and grab every new sweet I can get my hands on. I’ve gotten my family hooked!

  • I had some of their peach rings and they just weren’t up to my liking.

  • I really love the concept of this company’s products. However, the candy is so hard to chew. The taste is odd and leaves an after taste. I would buy it again since it is a healthier alternative than conventional candy. I just hope they can fix their products up a little better.

  • Love these! Such a great alternative to all of the normal sweet treats without all the crap. Trying to find a sweet treat that isn't loaded with excessive sugar and dyes is so hard! SmartSweets knocked it out of the park! Now the candies don't exactly taste like their artificial counterparts, however, they are very comparable and satisfy a sugar craving!

  • Delicious. Kind of bummed at the price point and the portion, but healthier alternatives are always going to be at a premium and I think the portion is part of the point 😆 I love splurging on these once in a while.

  • Good healthy and not so fattening snack. I love them!

    Regular customer