Gummy bears may be small, but they pack big personality. Some brands stick to classic flavors and soft textures, while others get a little too experimental.
From rubbery bites to fruity perfection, not all gummies are created equal.
Here’s a ranking of 15 gummy bear brands, from the least lovable to the truly craveable.
15. Market Pantry Gummy Bears
These Target brand bears look the part but fall short fast. The flavors taste faint and oddly artificial.
A dense, plasticky chew makes the whole snack feel like a missed opportunity. Even gummy fans may pass on round two.
14. Haribo Sugar-Free Gummy Bears
The taste might be familiar, but the experience? Not so sweet. Sugar alcohols create a sharp chemical finish.
Worse, these have gained infamy for their digestive aftermath. Pop a few too many and you’ll learn why they went viral.
13. CVS Gold Emblem Gummy Bears
They try to copy the classics but deliver a bland, one-note chew. Nothing offensive, but nothing memorable either.
Flavors blur together in a forgettable blend. They do the job—just not deliciously.
12. Black Forest Organic Gummy Bears
These look cute and tout clean ingredients, but they’re firmer than expected and a little earthy in flavor.
The fruitiness is muted, and the aftertaste leans grassy. Organic doesn’t always equal irresistible.
11. Sweet Smiles Gummy Bears (Dollar General)
Budget-friendly, yes—but the price shows in every bite. These bears are sticky, stiff, and strangely waxy.
They’re fun to look at but not fun to eat. For a dollar more, you’ll get double the flavor elsewhere.
10. Great Value Gummy Bears
Walmart’s store brand delivers okay chew with uneven flavor bursts. Some are decent, some oddly bitter.
The texture swings from soft to rubbery in a single handful. A mixed bag in every sense.
9. Life Savers Gummy Bears
These have bold color and bold scent, but the texture lacks bounce. They almost melt instead of chew.
The citrus flavors pop, while others lag behind. Sweet, but missing the joyful chew that defines a great gummy.
8. Jelly Belly Gummy Bears
Jelly Belly brings fun flavor variety, but the bears don’t quite live up to their jelly bean cousins.
The shape is cute, the chew is mild, and the taste lands somewhere between fresh and artificial. Middle of the road.
7. Albanese Sugar-Free Gummy Bears
They come from a great gummy lineage, but sugar-free tweaks give them a cooling, odd finish.
Still, the fruity base and bouncy texture help them rise above most sugar-free competitors. A solid option with a caveat.
6. Project 7 Low Sugar Gummy Bears
These snack-size packs offer clean ingredients and smart sweetness. The fruit flavor is soft but enjoyable.
Texture’s a bit firmer than expected, but it still delivers a satisfying chew. Guilt-free and snackable.
5. YumEarth Organic Gummy Bears
Bright fruit flavors meet soft, tender chew. No artificial dyes or flavors—just naturally tasty bites.
The berry flavors shine, and the citrus ones sparkle. Kids and adults alike reach for these without hesitation.
4. Trolli Sour Gummy Bears
They twist the formula with a sour sugar coat and a wild color palette. These pack a tangy punch.
The chew is addictively soft, and the zing keeps you reaching for more. Sour lovers, rejoice.
3. Albanese Gummy Bears
These Midwest-made bears are soft, juicy, and wildly flavorful. Each color bursts with real fruit notes.
The variety is unmatched—think pineapple, mango, cherry, and beyond. Many claim these are the best in the business.
2. Haribo Goldbears
The original and still iconic. Firm, chewy, and bold in flavor, they’re the gold standard for a reason.
From pineapple to raspberry, each bear has a loyal fan. Nostalgic, reliable, and always worth the chew.
1. SmartSweets Gummy Bears
Low sugar without sacrificing taste. These chewy bites surprise with flavor depth and clean ingredients.
The texture leans firm, but it’s intentional. For a healthier gummy fix, these might just be your new favorite.