Both contain tree nuts (home use only, not for school). Larabar Kid wins on ingredient simplicity (5-6 vs 12+ ingredients) with no added sweeteners. KIND Kids wins on protein (3g vs 2g) and price ($0.75 vs $1.00). Choose Larabar for purity, KIND for value and protein.

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Larabar
R3 Research Verdict
Both contain tree nuts (home use only, not for school). Larabar Kid wins on ingredient simplicity (5-6 vs 12+ ingredients) with no added sweeteners. KIND Kids wins on protein (3g vs 2g) and price ($0.75 vs $1.00). Choose Larabar for purity, KIND for value and protein.
Research-backed recommendation
Larabar Kid wins for families who prioritize ingredient purity above all - dates, nuts, fruit, nothing else. KIND Kids wins for families who want visible whole ingredients at a better price point with slightly more protein. Neither works for school (both contain tree nuts). For home snacking, Larabar is cleaner; KIND is more practical.
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A quick breakdown of how these products compare head-to-head
Larabar radically simpler
Larabar uses only whole fruit
KIND slightly higher protein
KIND 25% cheaper
KIND slightly lower
KIND less sticky
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Detailed attribute-by-attribute breakdown
| Attribute | KIND | Larabar | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingredients Count Larabar radically simpler | 5-6 | 12+ | KIND |
| Added Sweeteners Larabar uses only whole fruit | None (dates only) | Tapioca/rice syrup | KIND |
| Protein KIND slightly higher protein | 2g | 3g | Larabar |
| Price per Bar KIND 25% cheaper | $1.00 | $0.75 | Larabar |
| Sugar KIND slightly lower | 6g (natural) | 5g (mixed) | Larabar |
| Texture KIND less sticky | Soft, sticky | Soft, chewy | Larabar |
Larabar radically simpler
Larabar uses only whole fruit
KIND slightly higher protein
KIND 25% cheaper
KIND slightly lower
KIND less sticky
KIND Kids saves $0.25/bar (25% cheaper). Over a year of regular use, that's meaningful - but Larabar's simpler ingredients may be worth the premium for some families.
Buy Larabar Kid if ingredient simplicity is your top priority. Buy KIND Kids if you want similar quality at better value with more protein.
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