McDonald's
McDonald's is the largest fast food chain on earth by revenue, with more than 43,000 restaurants, the Big Mac and an all-day drive-thru machine.
- Brand
- McDonald's Corporation
- Category
- Fast Food Chains
- Released
- 1955
- Price
- $10
- VersusAnything Score
- 77/100
Key features
- Most locations of any burger chain
- Big Mac and world-famous fries
- Strongest app deals
Best for travellers and families who want the same menu almost anywhere on earth.
McDonald's specifications
| Founded | 1955 |
|---|---|
| Locations worldwide (approx.) | 43,000 |
| Countries (approx.) | 100 |
| Signature item | Big Mac, World Famous Fries |
| Breakfast menu | Yes (Egg McMuffin, hotcakes) |
| Plant-based option | Limited (varies by country) |
| Typical combo price (US, approx.) | $10 |
| Drive-thru | Yes, at most locations |
| Parent company | McDonald's Corporation |
Score breakdown
- Overall (100%)
Scored against every fast food chain in our database using the fast food chains weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Most locations of any burger chain
- Big Mac and world-famous fries
- Strongest app deals
- Strong overall score (77/100 within fast food chains)
Cons
- No weak scoring group in its category
Compare McDonald's against
Alternatives to McDonald's
- Burger King 67/100
- Wendy's 40/100
- KFC 60/100
- Subway 50/100
- Chick-fil-A 7/100
Sources
- McDonald's: McDonald's Corporation 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.