Worst Rated Ice Cream Products: 6 Lowest Scores Ranked

Ice cream is a treat, not a staple, but that does not mean every pint or pop is equal. The six products below are the lowest-scoring ice cream items in Osana's database, ranked from worst to least-worst. Each received a "Poor" rating, and all six landed in NOVA Group 4, meaning they are classified as ultra-processed foods built from refined sugars, added fats, and multiple additives.

Osana scores reflect the overall nutritional profile of a product as labeled, including added sugar, saturated fat, processing level, and Nutri-Score. A low score does not make a product dangerous or off-limits. It means the nutrition profile is weak enough that regular, large servings would add up quickly. For ice cream specifically, the two numbers worth watching on any label are added sugars and saturated fat per serving. The FDA's nutrition facts label guide explains how to use percent daily values to put those numbers in context. You can also review our guide to added sugar vs total sugar to understand exactly what the label is telling you.

The ranking below goes from the single lowest score up to the least-low score in this group. Use it to compare options side by side rather than to single out one product as uniquely problematic.

What to Look for When Comparing Ice Cream

Before picking up a pint or a box of bars, run through this short checklist:

• Added sugars: Look for options under 12g per serving where possible.
• Saturated fat: Aim for 5g or less per serving as a general guide.
• NOVA group: A NOVA 4 label signals a heavily engineered product regardless of front-of-pack claims.
• Serving size: Check whether the serving listed matches what you actually eat. Our serving size vs portion size guide explains why this matters.
• No-sugar-added claims: These products often swap sugar for artificial sweeteners and bulking agents, which does not automatically make them a better choice.

All six products here scored between 24 and 29 out of 100. If you want to find ice cream options that score higher, scan the barcode in Osana before you buy.