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Test Your Packaging for Durability, Usability, and Appeal

With Highlight’s in-home product testing platform, creating a winning package design has never been easier.

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Trusted by teams of 1 to 1000+

[FY23][Brand Logos] Alligned Estee Lauder
[FY23][Brand Logos] Alligned Nestle
[FY23][Brand Logos] Alligned Pepsi
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Realize the power of packaging

Highlight's platform offers a comprehensive package testing solution for brands seeking to optimize their package designs. By providing access to a diverse and representative group of consumers, Highlight enables brands to collect valuable feedback to inform design decisions, boost brand appeal and launch success, and stand out against the competition.

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Package testing, FAST

With Highlight's all-in-one tech platform and comprehensive package testing solution, brands can easily set up a pack test and receive data within a week. The platform offers flexible testing options, including blind and branded testing for digital and physical prototypes, and comprehensive data analytics and dashboards to make informed package design decisions fast.

Insights In Action

Product Optimization Testing For Freestyle Snacks

Challenge

As an emerging brand, Freestyle Snacks came to Highlight in April 2022 to discuss testing packaging for their soon-to-be-released snackable olives. With a mission to revolutionize snacking on whole foods, the goal of the test was to understand consumer reactions to the taste and flavors, as well as Freestyle Snacks packaging.

[Image][Blog]Free Style Snacking Kalamata Olives

 

 
Solution

We shipped three Freestyle Snacks flavors to a curated segment of "better for you" snack purchasers within our Highlighter community for agile in-home testing.

✅ 300 samples sent to...

✅ 100 Highlighters in North and Southeast regions

✅ 1 day from product receipt until initial data

✅ 92% completion rate

 
Result

Freestyle Snacks received feedback on all three products and was able to make improvements to
their initial product line. They received ranking of overall enjoyment and product resonance of target consumers, benchmark data within the "better for you" snack category to leverage in retailer decks, and more.

Case Study - Free Style Snacks DATA

 

 
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Package Testing FAQs

What are the most common issues identified during package testing?
1. Usability and ease of opening
2. Visual appeal and design preferences
3. Perceived quality and durability
4. Eco-friendliness and sustainability expectations
5. Clarity and effectiveness of labeling
6. Brand alignment and recognition
7. Packaging size and functionality preferences
8. Appeal of tactile elements (texture, weight, etc.)
9. Shelf impact and competitive differentiation
10. Emotional response or connection to the packaging design
How does packaging impact consumer buying decisions?

Product packaging is often the first impression. Poor designs, like hard-to-open lids or unclear labeling, can frustrate buyers and deter purchases. 

In contrast, attractive, functional packaging—such as eco-friendly materials or easy-to-use dispensers—builds trust and drives sales by meeting consumer expectations.

What insights can package testing reveal about consumer preferences?

It shows what consumers value most—ease of use, attractiveness, or eco-friendliness—allowing you to align packaging with their expectations.

If you sell premium skincare products, you might think that your packaging should look sleek and minimalist. But after testing, you learn that customers are struggling to get the pump to dispense the skincare serum.

Armed with these new insights, your product design team can now redesign the pump for smoother functionality while maintaining the sleek aesthetic.

Can package testing be combined with IHUT for comprehensive product feedback?

Absolutely. Combining package testing with IHUT gives you a complete view of how your product and packaging work together in real-world conditions. You can spot issues like hard-to-open containers or unclear labels while also gathering feedback on product performance. This approach saves time, reduces guesswork, and ensures both the product and packaging meet consumer needs for a better overall experience.