What's a holiday celebration without ham? Actually, what's life without a good ham
We looked at reviews, prices, and overall quality for 13 well-known spiral-sliced hams
This is our ranking from the least impressive to the very best. Market Pantry is one of Target's store brands
This hickory smoked option isn't made from heritage pork. And Target doesn't specify how long it's smoked
While the low cost might make it tempting, Market Pantry ham is a classic case of the cheapest choice not always being the best value
A cheap ham only matters if it's actually enjoyable to eat, and many reviews of the Market Pantry Spiral Ham call it overly salty
Some shoppers gave up entirely and tossed their hams, while others had some luck soaking the meat first to reduce the salt before cooking
If your budget is tight, you might manage to make Market Pantry ham palatable
but spending a few extra dollars per pound will get you a far superior product
The name can be a bit misleading. Technically, anyone can make a honey-baked ham
But here we're talking specifically about hams from the Honey Baked Ham Company
They advertise their bone-in, spiral-cut half hams as being crafted with extra attention compared to competitors
Each ham is smoked for a full day before being coated in the brand's signature sweet glaze
It takes us countless hours to achieve the perfect ham. You can't ignore how convenient these hams are
Honey Baked recommends simply setting them out and serving at room temperature. Still, customer opinions are all over the map
Many shoppers rave about the ham's juiciness and rich flavor, and for a lot of families, honey baked has become a staple of holiday traditions
That said, some buyers question whether it's worth the price. On Amazon, reviews cite issues with poor customer service and a sense that the ham's quality has declined in recent years
Cook's offers several hickory-smoked hams with a variety of glazes. The brand is part of the Smithfield family, so you can expect its hams to be somewhat comparable to Smithfield's offerings
Users on house forums have generally praised Cook's hams for their flavor and consistent quality
though one commenter mentioned a drop in quality and found the ham too salty
Overall, Cook's appears to be a solid choice for anyone looking for a budget-friendly ham
Smithfield offers a couple of spiral-sliced ham options, hickory smoked and brown sugar
Both are smoked and include packets of sweet ham glaze. They're also a solid value, depending on where you live and the season
customers generally give good reviews, with the brown sugar variety receiving the most praise Fans love how easy Smithfield hams are to prepare They just need to be heated in the oven and topped with the included glaze Many reviewers also highlight
the surprisingly high quality for a low price. However, the hickory smoked ham
has received some negative feedback. Complaints include dryness after cooking, excessive fat, bland or unpleasant flavor
and occasionally poorly cut pieces. While Smithfield's quality can be inconsistent, when everything lines up
their hams are flavorful and reliable. The majority of spiral cut hams on this list come bone-in
The bone not only gives the ham a more impressive presentation, but it's also perfect for making
soup once you've enjoyed all the meat. You take this home, throw it in a pot, add some broth
a potato, baby, you got a stew going. That large bone running through the center of the ham can
make carving and serving a bit tricky. Nooski's offers bone-in hams, but they also sell boneless
options, which is convenient. They even offer smaller portions, ideal for feeding fewer people
Bone-in hams usually start around 8 pounds, while the smallest boneless Nooski's ham is a more
manageable 3 pounds. Their hams are applewood smoked and come pre-glazed, so they're ready
to serve once they reach room temperature. Overall, Nooski's hams get mostly positive reviews
though some customers have complaints. Critics say the meat can be dry, too fatty, overly sweet
or lacking glaze. On the flip side, those who enjoyed it describe new skis as moist and
flavorful. Because the company smokes hams in small batches using traditional methods
a few inconsistencies are to be expected. We actually build our smokehouses from scratch
and we have a very old-fashioned method. Everything is smoked 24 hours or more over the actual logs
Boar's Head is probably better known for its deli meats than holiday hams
but their spiral-sliced, applewood-smoked, uncured ham is a solid choice for a smaller celebration
At just three pounds, this boneless ham won't feed a large crowd, but it's ideal for a cozy holiday meal
There aren't a ton of reviews for this ham, but the ones that exist are positive
One happy customer put it this way, It's a tasty piece of ham. Delicious
I have tasted many delicious pieces of ham. And this applewood-smoked ham is the best ham
It's flavorful, it's juicy, it's well-prepared. It's the universal truth. That's effing good ham, dad
Costco's version is priced. Usually under $3 per pound, it's hard to find a cheaper option
Most shoppers enjoy it, though the few negative reviews are quite extreme. A handful of customers
said their ham was so bad they threw it away, and a couple even suspected they had received
spoiled meat. That said, these complaints are rare. Most reviews are five stars. Many people
praise how neatly the ham is sliced, and it's widely appreciated for its value. If getting the
most bang for your buck is a priority, members mark is tough to beat. Costco fans will be pleased
to know that the store's Kirkland brand offers a solid budget-friendly ham. Reddit users generally
agree that Kirkland spiral hams are tasty, even if they don't quite match the flavor of pricier
name brand options. It's a decent deal, but keep in mind it's not far off from what brands like
Smithfield or Cook's cost at regular grocery stores, so it's not the bargain some might expect
Kirkland usually offers a few spiral ham options, including an applewood smoked version with honey glaze and a hickory smoked variety
The hickory ham comes with a packet of glaze granules that need to be mixed with water and cooked on the stove
making it a bit more work than some other hams on this list. The ham is well trimmed with minimal excess fat, though it's on the salty side
Overall, it's a solid pick, especially for dedicated Costco shoppers. If you're grabbing a box of pears from Harry and David as a gift
You can also snag a spiral cut ham while you're at it. The company offers a 7.5 to 8.5 pound ham or a larger 13 to 18 pound ham
Both come with a glaze you can drizzle on top. Honey for the smaller ham and spiced brown sugar for the bigger one
I'm pretty sure they were invented to make life easier. As you might expect, many Harry and David hams are bought as gifts rather than for personal use
Still, the reviews from those who purchased one for themselves are overwhelmingly positive
shoppers praised both the glaze and the flavor of the meat, which comes through nicely without being overpowered by salt or smoke
The main drawback is the high price, especially given how little the company shares about the ham's production
We know it's smoked twice and made without added water or liquid smoke, but details like the type of pork or smoking time aren't disclosed
Omaha Steaks is known for more than just beef, and their spiral sliced ham is a standout product with strong customer reviews
Unlike some hams that are injected with extra water to stay juicy, Omaha Steaks keeps it simple
Their ham is smoked over real wood and resembles honey-baked in style. It comes pre-coated with a crunchy sugar glaze and can be served straight from thawing
No heating required One especially enthusiastic customer shared This was one of the most delicious hams I ever had and it was huge Several reviewers mentioned that the leftovers from this ham were perfect for making soups sandwiches and other meals after the holiday feast
Calrondo is another ham brand under the Smithfield umbrella. Like its sibling cooks
it offers hickory-smoked hams that come with packets of glaze. Unlike cooks, the glaze remains
consistent across varieties while the ham itself changes. You can choose from a regular hickory-smoked
or a hickory-smoked honey-cured option. Both come coated in Carando's signature crunchy glaze
made mainly from sugar, brown sugar, and water. You can brush this on the ham
and put it right into the oven and let it get all crispy and caramelized and beautiful
Carando gets the most consistently positive reviews of any Smithfield ham brand
Both the regular hickory-smoked and honey-cured varieties are widely praised. Shoppers love the tender, juicy texture and rich flavor
The plain hickory smoked ham leans smoky, salty, and savory, while the honey-cured option adds a
touch of sweetness. Like other Smithfield products, Carondo is budget-friendly. With the fewest
complaints online, it earns our top spot among Smithfield hams. Tender Belly promotes its ham
as coming from heritage pig breeds raised without crates, a detail that will appeal to shoppers who
prioritize animal welfare. The company smokes its hams naturally rather than relying on liquid smoke
and each ham comes with a flavorful glaze made from sugar, honey powder, pineapple, and spices
You're gonna have to marry that ham, you're getting more familiar with it. This ham hasn't racked up as many reviews as some of the others on our list
but the quality more than makes up for it. Every review gives it a perfect five stars
The added water in the recipe seems to work in its favor, with many reviewers highlighting just how juicy the ham is
Shoppers also appreciate the moderate salt level. As for the price, it's in line with other premium mail-order hams
D'Artagnan is known for high-end pantry items, so it's no surprise that its spiral-cut ham leans toward the premium side
Made from Berkshire pork, a British heritage breed, this ham is also nitrate-free and applewood-smoked
The care put into this product shows in the reviews most customers rave about its flavor and juicy texture
with several even calling it the best ham they've ever had. It's priced similarly to many other brands that don't use heritage pork
That's why we've chosen it as our top pick