Dunkin'
Dunkin' is America's donut-and-coffee chain, known for fast service, lower prices than Starbucks and a huge iced coffee following.
- Brand
- Inspire Brands
- Category
- Coffee Chains
- Released
- 1950
- Price
- Not published
- VersusAnything Score
- 56/100
Key features
- Cheaper than Starbucks
- Donuts and breakfast sandwiches
- Fast drive-thru service
Best for commuters who want a quick, affordable coffee and a donut.
Dunkin' specifications
| Founded | 1950 |
|---|---|
| Stores worldwide (approx.) | 14,000 |
| Countries (approx.) | 40 |
| Signature drink | Iced Coffee, Glazed Donut, Original Blend |
| Medium latte price (US, approx.) | $4.19 |
| Loyalty programme | Dunkin' Rewards (points) |
| Mobile order and pay | Yes |
| Parent company | Inspire Brands |
Score breakdown
- Overall (100%)
Scored against every coffee chain in our database using the coffee chains weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Cheaper than Starbucks
- Donuts and breakfast sandwiches
- Fast drive-thru service
Cons
- No weak scoring group in its category
Compare Dunkin' against
Alternatives to Dunkin'
- Starbucks 67/100
- Tim Hortons 44/100
- Costa Coffee 33/100
Sources
- Dunkin': Inspire Brands official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.