Wagner's Nyjer & Black Oil Sunflower Seed Bird Food Bundle vs Lyric Sunflower Kernels Wild Bird Seed – 2x5 lb packs
Overall winner: Lyric Sunflower Kernels Wild Bird Seed – 2x5 lb packs
Key Differences
Wagner's (A) is positioned as the more affordable option and focuses on nyjer and black-oil sunflower mixes favored by finches and goldfinch, while Lyric (B) offers sunflower kernels in a zero-waste formula with higher protein/fat to attract songbirds like buntings and cardinals. Wagner's has larger review volume praising freshness but some reports of seed spill and unsealed bags; Lyric has slightly higher average rating with fewer reviews and is noted as pricier by some customers
Wagner's Nyjer & Black Oil Sunflower Seed Bird Food Bundle
Nyjer seed for finches and thin-shelled sunflower seeds fuel a wide range of backyard birds. Customers note good freshness and value, with some mixed reviews on bag durability and seed containment
Pros
- finch-friendly nyjer seed
- thin-shelled sunflower seeds attract many birds
- refill-friendly, resealable bag in some reviews
- high energy content for birds
Cons
- mixed feedback on bag durability
- some reports of seeds spilling
- disagreement on whether birds eat the seed
Lyric Sunflower Kernels Wild Bird Seed – 2x5 lb packs
Year-round wild bird food featuring whole and sliced sunflower kernels with a zero-waste formula. Attracts songbirds like buntings and cardinals; reported for cleanliness and minimal mess
Pros
- zero-waste formula
- whole and split sunflower kernels
- attracts songbirds
- high-protein and high-fat content
Cons
- some customers find it pricey
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Wagner's |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Lyric |
| User Reviews | Lyric |