Bird Food Quality Concerns
Pennington Select Chips & Bits Wild Bird Food, 15-lb bag

Pennington Select Chips & Bits Wild Bird Food, 15-lb bag

By Pennington 10 reviews analyzed Updated Jun 2023 75% confidence
4.9 /10
Quality
4.5
Value
5.0
Design
3.0
Function
4.0
Durability
3.0

In a Nutshell

  • Attracts a variety of birds, including small and large species.
  • Fixed user-base supporting this product.
  • Some quality issues, inconsistent with its price point.

Quick Verdict

Birds love Pennington wild bird food, but quality issues exist. Pricey for product quality. Generally a good choice for attracting a variety of birds.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 80%
Would Buy Again 60%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Attracts Variety of Birds (3)

    The mixture appears to attract a variety of birds, including different sizes and species.

  • Backyard Birds Festive (2)

    Wild birds festivities watched.

  • Mixed Seeds (3)

    Large nuts are great portion for pets

Cons

  • Quality Concerns (3) major

    Several users have mentioned that the product quality is inconsistent and sometimes dried up.

  • Mischievous nuts (2) major

    Large nuts not working well with Feeders

Quality Trend: Declining

Review data indicates few mentions of quality decline in recent reviews

Older Reviews Said:

Neutral

Newer Reviews Say:

Neutral

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Birdwatchers — Keen audience of backyard birds and squirrels loves to have attentively watched birds

Skip If

  • Price-Sensitive Buyers — The product can be expensive compared to other options in the market.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Varies

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.8
10 reviews
5★
80%
4★
0%
3★
0%
2★
20%
1★
0%
Wild Birds (5) Quality (3) Price (2)

Common Questions

Is Pennington Select Chips & Bits Wild Bird Food good for different types of birds?

Yes, it attracts a variety of birds, including small and large species.

Highlighted Reviews

— Mariner

"This product combines two items I typically blend. The cost is similar to separately purchased units and is ideal for those who just want to fill & go"

— Elizabeth

"Whole peanuts, albeit small and dried up, stops up my bird feeder"

Bottom Line

Generally good for various bird species, but consider possible quality issues and high price against other brands present in the market

4.9 /10
Good