Mumsnet users review GoGo squeeZ®’s new range of fruit snacks and yogurt snacks

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This is the feedback thread for those 250 Mumsnetters who were testing GoGo squeeZ®’s new range of fruit snacks and yogurt snacks.

Testers received 4 pouches of each flavour:

• GoGo squeeZ® Fruit Snack: Apple, Apple-Strawberry and Apple-Mango

• GoGo squeeZ® YogurtZ Snack: Strawberry and Banana

Here’s what GoGo squeeZ® has to say: “With so many unhealthy snacks tempting our kids, it can be increasingly hard to get good food in them between meal times or on-the-go. Here at GoGo squeeZ®, we’ve made something to help. Introducing the new fruit snacks (made from 100% fruit) and yogurt snacks (source of calcium & vitamin D) that kids LOVE! With no artificial anything, no refrigeration needed and a built-in straw, they are the perfect squeezy snack for kids on-the-go, at school, or at home. Tasty, fun and easy - no nasties, no worries!

Try it, love it! Find out more at gogosqueez.co.uk"

Testers please tell us what you think by posting your answers to the following questions on the thread below.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Everyone who takes part and who shares feedback and fills in a short survey as required will be entered into a prize draw where one person will win a £300 voucher for the store of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!

MNHQ

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

Looked appealing.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They loved the lids. I fact we kept them as the children wanted to make things from them.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

Apple and mango was a fave here and also the banana yoghurt went down well.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

As a snack mid morning or if we go out. Also we froze some of the banana yoghurt ones and had it as ice cream! Delicious.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

I think it’s* a good alternative to sweets and biscuits*. Everything* in moderation here.*

Thank you for letting us try these. I have 2 boys aged 5 and 7 and a 6month old girl.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I like the idea of giving kids a more healthy snack in a format that they might be more likely to eat. I love the fact that the yoghurt ones don't need to be kept in the fridge. This is a major plus. However, they did look like the baby food pouches. The boys both found that these pouches were not big enough for an after school snack, and asked for fresh fruit afterwards.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They loved the packaging and the easy to open caps. They also liked that these are more portable than fresh fruit and would like them for out and about and packed lunch.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

My 5 year old and baby loved all of the flavours (no preferance). My 7 year old said he preferred the strawberry yoghurt flavour but enjoyed all of them.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

I would use these on holiday/ day trips - especially the yoghurt ones which dont need a cool bag. I will also be keeping one in the changing bag for the baby

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Yes these seem to be healthy, but I would still prefer to give fresh fruit instead of a pouch as it would allow them to get more goodness eg fibre.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I was very impressed. Nice handy size and the packaging design was also fun. Good that you didnt have to refrigerate them

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

My daughter liked the taste and the texture. She also loved the fact she could reseal them so she could save some at school for her afternoon break if she didnt want it all in one go.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

My daughter loved all the flavours, particularly the apple and mango. She preferred the fruit ones to the yoghurt ones though but there werent any flavours she wouldnt eat.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

To take to school for a snack or as part of their lunchbox.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Yes, in moderation.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

Looked appealing, mess free, liked that you didn't need to put them in the fridge.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They liked them and were excited to try them. My son liked the lids.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

My kids liked the flavours their favourite was the strawberry yoghurt.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

In lunchboxes, on trips and when out and about.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Yes I would.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general? Looked great, liked the fact they were suitable for all ages.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ? The helicopter tops!

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite? They all liked the yoghurt ones, the fruit ones less so.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child? In their lunch boxes. I gave them to the the just-weaned baby for lunch.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack? Yes. I struggle to get fruit into my kids so any fruit is better than none.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

Liked the look of the pouches, easy to open. Not sure what the price point is and wonder if it will be cheaper than the pouches in baby aisle which I currently use.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They liked the fruit ones, thought they were easier to open than current pouches they have.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite? They liked the apple and the apple & strawberry. Hated the banana yoghurt and refused the strawberry yoghurt because it was yoghurt so must be horrible as well! To be fair they don't eat yoghurt much so more them than the product I suspect.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child? In lunch box when I have run out of fruit or when I need a fruit snack but can't take real fruit as it will spoil/be damaged by being carried around.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Better option than biscuits and sweet but still high sugar and not as good as whole fruit for filling them up.yes,

Children love them so far. Will feedback properly in a couple of days. A positive thumbs up for flavour and ease of snack for now.

23/10/2017 16:43 NeverTwerkNaked

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I liked the packaging - nice bright colours and easy to open. I thought they had a long list of ingredients and was a bit suspicious of the "yoghurt" flavours that don't have to go in the fridge.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

Both absolutely love them and are asking for them all the time (I have said one a day is plenty!)

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

5yo loves the banana yoghurt flavour; 9yo loves the mango. Both least keen on the apple strawberry but liked them all.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

It's been half term and we've had a few trips out; they have been good for packed lunches and also in the car for a snack. 9yo has a packed lunch for school and I would pop one in every now and then.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Clearly not as good as fruit or veg. But as a treat, as an alternative to a yoghurt or a biscuit, yes.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I really like the idea, the portability and l particularly like the easy open lids (one of my children is dyspraxic, and this helps them to be able to do it themselves).

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

As above, the easy open lid, also the variety of flavours available.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

Apple and Strawberry so far. They liked having a choice of flavours, and keep mentioning how kind it was to send us so many to test .

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

Lunch boxes, out and about as a snack, probably after school as they could eat them on the go in the car without making too much mess/packaging to clear up

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Yes, although would prefer them all to have no added sugar (but prefer sugar to artificial sweeteners).

1. Packaging was attractive, and the kids were keen to try them. I liked the design of the kids, which meant that even the 4 year old could open them himself.
2. Liked the taste of strawberry yoghurt one. They also liked that they could help themselves to them for snacks.
3. Strawberry yoghurt was definitely the favourite. Then the banana yoghurt.
4. Lunchboxes, picnics and quick snacks (inside and outside the home)
5. Yes

In general I thought these were handy to have on the go.
My children loved them especially the handle opening of them also they like to squirt them on top of their yogurt
My children like them all mostly the strawberry one
I love having them in the go out and about
Yes I would say they are healthy and had confidence in them

What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?
The yoghurt ones they absolutely wolfed but the job dairy ones they really complained about the texture. DS is autistic and traditionally hard work when it comes to food.. but DD a fruit adorer hated the texture too ..... Concerned I sent a fruit pack off to a friend and they didn't like the texture either!!!
DS is 10 but was an Ella's kitchen baby until about 4 as he was so fussy.
I loved them !!!!

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ? Loved the yoghurt ones as east to access and no spoon required

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite? Banana and strawberries yogurt...clean and crisp

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child? Pack up, pudding, snack, out and about

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack? Hmmmmmmmm somewhat. Better than a Jaffa cake ...they still wanted Jaffa cake afterwards!

1. I liked them as a healthy snack and perfect to give in between meals to the kids especially for my youngest DD who is not a keen fruit eater.

1. To them, a snack is a snack - doesn't matter if it's healthy or not, so the fact they enjoyed these pouches as snacks is definitely a good thing. In fact, they would come and ask me, 'Please Can I have a GoGo?' The packaging is quite appealing too and the tops are easy to open for them.

1. They enjoyed trying out all the flavours with the yoghurt ones being their favourites. My youngest (the not so keen fruit eater) liked the apple purée.

1. I would use the pouches as snacks in between meals, or with their lunch boxes- I don't currently send yoghurt in my youngest DD's lunch box as she makes such a mess, including with the tube yoghurts, so I thought these pouches would be good for her. Youngest is 4 btw. Having said that, after reading the post above, the price would have to be reasonable and in line with other brands. I don't shop in Tesco for my regular shop so haven't seen them on the shelves yet.

1. I would consider GoGo Squeez as healthy snacks and as a replacement for the not so healthy snacks that they do sometimes have

1. What did you like about GoGo squeeZ in general?

We loved the caps which my children could actually open themselves. My son loved the banana yogurt, and it was great that they did not need to be refrigerated.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

The yogurt flavour, the lids, the pictures on the packaging.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite? My daughter(6) did not like any of them, even the yogurt. My son (4) loved the banana yogurt but, despite usually loving fruit and fruit products, did not like the fruit pouches.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

In the car or at an activity as a snack.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack? Yes, but not healthy enough for every day. A few times a week perhaps.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general? I thought it seemed like a fun, healthy snack for children, although fairly similar to what is out there already.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ? They thought it was fun & tasty. They loved the twisty tops & we have kept those for craft in the future!

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite? DS1 & 2 (ages 8 & 6) liked all the flavours, both fruit & yoghurt. DS3 (3) liked only the yoghurt (& the fruit when mixed with ice cream )

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child? In a packed lunch (school or outing) or after dinner as an easy, healthy pudding.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack? It is healthy, but perhaps not so much as just a piece of fruit.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I loved the pouches & bright colours. They easily fit for packed lunches & don’t have to be refrigerated which is a huge bonus

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

I have 2 kids - 1 fruit loving & 1 not. Fruit loving, loved all these. I picked the one I thought fruit hater would like best - strawberry yogurt but he said he didn’t like it & refused to try any others 😢. Youngest cheered as that means he can have the rest of them all to himself !

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

Youngest loved the banana yogurt one best but said he liked all of them

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

School packed lunches

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Reasonably healthy but it’s more likely to be eaten. Youngest is desperate to get out to play football so eats quickly. He takes this out with him as can eat with one hand while kicking a ball apparently 🙄

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I really liked the ingredients that go into making these. I try really hard to make sure my children are getting what they need in their diet-and, as my son has school dinners, I can't monitor his fruit and veg intake outside of the house. This way, I can make sure he's at least getting something when he gets home.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

Both children absolutely loved every flavour, my son said they were really tasty and fruity, and my daughter said she liked that there were different fruit flavours on offer.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

They loved them-they both loved how tasty they were! My son's favourite was the strawberry one and my daughter loved the banana one.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

Any time really-for snack time, with lunch or after dinner!

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Definitely!

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

In general, the kids liked them. They initially thought they were baby-food in terms of the packaging though. I liked that they didn't make a mess eating them!

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They liked that they were snacks we could have on the go. They liked the fruity ones best.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

They liked the strawberry fruit one best, then the mango fruit and apple fruit followed by strawberry yogurt. They didn't like the banana yogurt, they said it tasted like banana-y cheese spread.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

I would give them after school, in the car if we're on the move and they're hungry, e.g. on the way to or from a club after school. They can be a stand-in pudding if needed.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

It's better than sweets or crisps. It's still quite high in sugar and I'd rather they ate fruit but it doesn't have the mess (peel, cores, stones, sticky fingers) associated with most fruit, so it's good for on the go.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I like the idea of the yoghurt ones, easily transportable unlike normal yoghurts needing a fridge!

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They liked the colourful, bright design on the pouch.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

My 3 children were excited about receiving these, but when they turned up my eldest didn't want to try them. My other 2 weren't keen on the fruit puree's on their own (we're adding them to smoothies now) but both agreed the yoghurt Strawberry flavour were their favourites.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

In their lunchbox, out on a picnic, in the car on long journeys and when fresh fruit is unavailable to them.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

I'm not sure - it's better than no fruit at all, but we would only buy the yoghurt ones as a lunchbox alternative OR if they ever refused fresh fruit (highly unlikely)

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

Looks good, packaging eye catching. The flavour combinations are nice too. Like the idea of having a yoghurt snack that doesn't need refridgerating.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

My littlest one seemed to love the flavours and the eldest loved the squeeze yoghurt. They enjoyed the flavours and that they came in pouches.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

They particularly liked the apple and strawberry. (I enjoyed the banana yoghurt that DD wasn't keen on!). Dad who is four liked the flavour but I think she thought the texture was a bit 'bitty'.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

Great as an on the go snack especially for my littlest one, so I know she is getting some fruit. Lunch boxes too.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

I would yes- fruit and yoghurt is a great go to healthy snack!

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

Bright colourful packaging. The children were excited to try them. It’s handy that they don’t need to be kept in the fridge.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

The strawberry yoghurt was the most popular with my boys. They also liked the easy to open packaging.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

They liked the strawberry yoghurt but were not fussed about the other flavours. The banana yoghurt was the most unpopular.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

The idea is great for an on the go snack. Unfortunately my children were not that impressed with them so I am unlikely to buy in the future.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

As an alternative to chocolate/sweets but not as a replacement for fruit/veg.

I was really positive about these with my children. I was disappointed that they didn’t really like them. They are not fussy eaters and generally eat whatever they are given, so I was surprised by their reaction.

1. My children were excited to see the new yogurts and fruit pouches. They were easy for the children to open and I liked the fact that I didn’t have to worry about them being in lunch boxes as they do not need to be kept in the fridge.
2. They loved being able to open them themselves.
3. The strawberry and the apple mango were their favourite flavours but they didn’t like the apple
4. in lunchboxes and for picnics or taking as snacks on a day out when I don’t want to take a cool bag.
5. Not as healthy as eating a piece of fruit but definitely healthier than some other snack options.

Thanks for these, the kids were really excited by the look of them.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

In general I love the idea, the kids thought they looked like a great treat and loved the packaging and exciting looking lids.

1. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?

They liked the idea of them and both said they'd like the yoghurt ones in their lunch boxes.

1. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?

They were both really unimpressed by the fruit varieties. They loved the yoghurt ones and said they were delicious.

1. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?

I wouldn't buy the fruit ones as they wouldn't eat them. Depending on the price I would buy the yoghurt ones for packed lunches and picnics.

1. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?

Yes I would, it was just a shame they didn't like the fruit ones.

1. What did you think about GoGo squeeZ in general?

I love the idea of them, no mess or fuss, plus they seem to be reasonably healthy.

2. What did your child(ren) like about GoGo squeeZ?
They liked the fact you could seal it back up and come back later without making a mess.

3. What did your child think about the different flavours? Which was their favourite?
DS1 liked the banana yoghurt but found the rest too sweet and DS2 would only try the apple fruit squeez and he said he preferred to crunch an apple really. Unfortunately they weren't over impressed and DH has been eating them for breakfast instead! (He likes them though).

4. When would you envisage giving GoGo squeeZ to your child?
Hypothetically, as part of a packed lunch or after swimming in the car. They don't really like them though so it won't be happening.

5. Would you consider GoGo squeeZ to be a healthy snack?
Yes, but I wouldn't like to offer them in place of a piece of fruit, just as a practical alternative when out and about.

I just filled in the survey in the email and I feel a bit of a fraud because my answers contradict each other due to the fact that I think they are great, if expensive, and I probably would give them a thumbs up to my friends. I could see when they would be a good addition to a pack-up but my children basically hate them so I won't be spending any of my money on them.