Best Kind Bars

Updated February 2019
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Bottom Line
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Best of the Best
KIND Bar
Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt
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Classic Go-To Snack Bar
Bottom Line

This is a classically balanced KIND bar balancing nutty goodness, tasty chocolate and topped with Brazilian sea salt. A good mix of protein, carbs, and fat, this is one of the most popular KIND bars out there.

Pros

Higher protein than some of their regular bars. Not overly sweet. Gluten-free. Low glycemic index, with only 5g of sugar. Kosher, no GMOs.

Cons

Some bars are shipped out of expiration date or arrive with a stale taste.

KIND Bar
Healthy Grains Bars, Dark Chocolate Chunk
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Whole Grain Goodness
Bottom Line

Chock full of good-for-you grains, including buckwheat, millet, oats, amaranth, and quinoa, this dark chocolate chunk bar offers a delicious and filling whole-grain snack.

Pros

Gluten-free, no GMOs, no trans fats, kosher. Dark chocolate is more sweet than bitter.

Cons

Can be crumbly. Some arrive tasting stale. Very little protein.

KIND Bar
Almond & Coconut
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Gluten-Free and Balanced
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Well-balanced, delicious combination of crunchy almond and chewy coconut in this bar, making it a perfect snack for those looking for a tasty, healthy, gluten-free treat.

Pros

Not overly sweet, less than 200 calories per bar, good for those avoiding chocolate.

Cons

Some find the bars too small to be filling. Can be a bit tough to chew.

KIND Bar
Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate Nut
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Best for Protein Packers
Bottom Line

The creamy-yet-crunchy, chewy texture and taste of these bars, with whole pieces of nuts and delicious dark chocolate makes them a hit in any household. Each bar packs 12g of protein.

Pros

Gluten-free, non-GMO, kosher, with a low glycemic index and low sodium.

Cons

Chocolate can melt in warmer climates/months. Some find them too melty/gooey to handle cleanly while eating.

KIND Bar
Breakfast Bars, Peanut Butter
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Delicious, Healthy Breakfast
Bottom Line

With 100% whole grains, including 5 “super” grains, this soft-baked peanut butter KIND bar is a good source of fiber that’s not too sweet and not too hard to chew. Great for breakfast, snack – any time of the day.

Pros

Gluten-free. No GMOs. No trans fats. Kosher. Relatively low sugar compared to some other bars.

Cons

Not organic. Some find the taste to be lacking. Can go stale/hard after short storage time.

How we decided

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6 Hours Researched
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289 Consumers Consulted
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We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Why trust BestReviews?
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KIND bars are made from high-quality ingredients like whole grains, whole nuts and fruits, real honey, and real chocolate, with no artificial sweeteners or preservatives. There are now dozens of varieties that serve every type of snack craving and many nutritional guidelines and goals, from high-protein bars to gluten-free bars those emphasizing healthy whole-grains. They offer a broad selection of types, flavors, and sizes, including bars for kids and granola-like healthy grain “clusters.” Their corporate foundation assists students and teachers with experiences that foster empathy and kindness. Their website offers an alphabetized list of every ingredient included in their bars.

The team that worked on this review
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  • Nina
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    Writer
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KIND Bar

Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt

KIND Bar

Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt

This is a classically balanced KIND bar balancing nutty goodness, tasty chocolate and topped with Brazilian sea salt. A good mix of protein, carbs, and fat, this is one of the most popular KIND bars out there.
$14
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KIND Bar

Healthy Grains Bars, Dark Chocolate Chunk

KIND Bar

Healthy Grains Bars, Dark Chocolate Chunk

Chock full of good-for-you grains, including buckwheat, millet, oats, amaranth, and quinoa, this dark chocolate chunk bar offers a delicious and filling whole-grain snack.
$16
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KIND Bar

Almond & Coconut

KIND Bar

Almond & Coconut

Well-balanced, delicious combination of crunchy almond and chewy coconut in this bar, making it a perfect snack for those looking for a tasty, healthy, gluten-free treat.
$14
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KIND Bar

Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate Nut

KIND Bar

Protein Bars, Double Dark Chocolate Nut

The creamy-yet-crunchy, chewy texture and taste of these bars, with whole pieces of nuts and delicious dark chocolate makes them a hit in any household. Each bar packs 12g of protein.
$19
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KIND Bar

Breakfast Bars, Peanut Butter

KIND Bar

Breakfast Bars, Peanut Butter

With 100% whole grains, including 5 “super” grains, this soft-baked peanut butter KIND bar is a good source of fiber that’s not too sweet and not too hard to chew. Great for breakfast, snack – any time of the day.
$30

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