Altroconsumo’s 2024 Supermarket Panettoni Rankings: Coop Classic Crowned Best Buy

Panettone Showdown: Coop Takes the Crown in New Altroconsumo Ranking

Milan, Italy – December 15, 2025 – Navigating the crowded panettone aisle this holiday season just got a little easier. Consumer advocacy group Altroconsumo has released its highly anticipated ranking of the 12 most popular supermarket panettoni, and the results are in! While all tested brands achieved a passing grade, none reached “excellent” status, averaging a three-star rating overall.

Though, one brand stood out: coop’s Classic Panettone has been declared the “Best Buy” of the season, boasting a score of 65 and a “good quality” rating – all at an incredibly competitive price of €6.09/kg. This makes it the clear winner for consumers seeking both quality and value.

Here’s a breakdown of the Altroconsumo ranking:

GOOD QUALITY (Scores 62-65):

* coop Classic Panettone: (Best in test & Best Buy) – 65/100, €6.09/kg
* Giovanni Cova & C Classic Panettone: – 64/100, €13.57/kg
* Le Grazie (Esselunga) Low Panettone Classic Recipe: – 63/100, €5.79/kg
* Maina The Great Hazelnut: – 62/100, €9.01/kg

MEDIUM QUALITY (Scores 56-58):

* Bauli Classic Panettone: – 58/100, €7.74/kg
* Balocco Il Mandorlato: – 58/100, €8.87/kg
* Il Viaggiator Goloso Panettone: – 57/100, €10.90/kg
* Fiasconaro Traditional Panettone: – 56/100, €23.40/kg
* Motta Traditional Panettone Bruno Barbieri: – 56/100, €13.01/kg
* Tre Marie Panettone Milanese: – 56/100, €14.67/kg

Key Takeaways for Consumers:

* Quality Varies: Despite all brands passing, meaningful differences in quality exist.
* Price Doesn’t Always Equal Quality: The Coop panettone proves that a delicious, high-quality panettone doesn’t have to break the bank.
* Consider Your Budget: Altroconsumo’s ranking provides a valuable guide for shoppers to make informed decisions based on their priorities.

This report from Altroconsumo is a crucial resource for Italian families preparing for their holiday celebrations, offering a data-driven approach to choosing the perfect panettone.

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Altroconsumo 2024 Supermarket Panettoni Ranking

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Altroconsumo, Italy’s leading consumer‑rights association, has been publishing an annual “Supermarket Panettoni” ranking as 2015. The study evaluates the 12 most widely‑distributed panettoni sold in Italian hyper‑ and discount‑stores during the Christmas period. Its methodology combines blind‑taste tests, objective ingredient analysis, and price‑per‑kilogram calculations to produce a composite score out of 100. Brands that achieve a score of 62 - 65 are classified as “Good Quality”, 56 - 61 as “Medium Quality”, and below 56 as “Insufficient”.

The 2024 edition, released on 15 December 2025, marked the tenth anniversary of the ranking. it was the first year Altroconsumo introduced a “Best Buy” badge,highlighting the product that offers the optimal balance between quality and price. Coop’s Classic Panettone captured this title with a score of 65 and a price of €6.09 /kg, making it the most cost‑effective choice among the tested range.

altroconsumo’s panettoni tests have become a reference point for both shoppers and manufacturers. Retailers frequently enough adjust their private‑label formulas and promotional pricing in response to the results, while producers use the feedback to refine recipes-particularly aspects such as dough hydration, candied fruit distribution, and the length of the natural leavening process.

The ranking also reflects broader market trends. Over the past decade, there has been a noticeable shift toward lower‑priced “good‑quality” options, driven by consumers’ desire for premium‑taste experiences without the traditional premium price tag. This evolution is evident in the 2024 list, where three brands priced under €7 /kg earned “Good Quality” scores.

2024 Altroconsumo Supermarket Panettoni – Key Figures

Brand & Product	Score (out of 100)	Price per kg (€)	Quality Category	Retailer
Coop Classic Panettone	65	6.09	Good Quality (Best Buy)	Coop
Giovanni Cova & C Classic Panettone	64	13.57	Good Quality	Various (incl. Giovanni Cova stores)
Le Grazie (Esselunga) Low Panettone Classic Recipe	63	5.79	Good quality	Esselunga
Maina the Great Hazelnut	62	9.01	Good Quality	Maina
Bauli Classic Panettone	58	7.74	Medium Quality	Bauli (national distribution)
Balocco Il Mandorlato	58	8.87	Medium Quality	Balocco
Il Viaggiator Goloso Panettone	57	10.90	Medium Quality	Il Viaggiator
Fiasconaro Traditional Panettone	56	23.40	Medium Quality	fiasconaro
Motta Traditional panettone – Bruno Barbieri	56	13.01	Medium Quality	Motta
Tre Marie Panettone Milanese	56	14.67