Global fast-food chain known for flame-grilled burgers and the iconic Whopper.
Flame-grilled taste at lower prices
McDonald's is the world's largest fast-food chain with 40,000+ locations and $23B revenue. Burger King has 18,000+ locations. McDonald's leads in brand recognition, consistency, and breakfast menu.
McDonald's dominates in scale, revenue, and brand power. Burger King offers flame-grilled taste and competitive pricing.
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| Metric | McDonald's | Burger King | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Locations(Count) | 40,000+ | 18,000+ | +122% |
| System-Wide Revenue(USD) | $23 Billion | $1.8 Billion | +1178% |
| Standard Meal Deal Price (UK)(GBP) | £5.99 | £5.99 |
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Choose Burger King if
Flame-grilled taste at lower prices
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| Price Difference(GBP) | Saves £2.00 | Saves £2.00 | — |
| Signature Burger Flame-Grill Time(seconds) | ~40 seconds per Whopper | ~40 seconds per Whopper | — |
| Global Restaurant Locations(approximate count) | 18,000+ locations | 18,000+ locations | — |
| Meal Deal Customization Options(burger choices) | 5+ burger options at £5.99 | 5+ burger options at £5.99 | — |
All figures sourced from publicly available data. Last updated May 2026.
McDonald's
40,000+🏆
Burger King
18,000+
McDonald's
$23B🏆
Burger King
$1.8B
McDonald's
Big Mac
Burger King
Whopper
McDonald's is significantly bigger with over 40,000 locations worldwide vs Burger King's 18,000+.
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| Attribute | McDonald's | |
|---|---|---|
| Global Locations(Count) | 40,000+ | 18,000+ |
| System-Wide Revenue(USD) | $23 Billion | $1.8 Billion |
| Standard Meal Deal Price (UK)(GBP) | £5.99 | — |
| Price Difference(GBP) | Saves £2.00 | — |
| Beef Freshness | Flame-grilled (quality varies by location) | — |
| Signature Burger Flame-Grill Time(seconds) | ~40 seconds per Whopper | — |
| Core Menu Dessert Innovation (2026) | Standard Frosty-style offerings | — |
| Restaurant Design Update | Traditional format | — |
| Global Restaurant Locations(approximate count) | 18,000+ locations | — |
| Meal Deal Customization Options(burger choices) | 5+ burger options at £5.99 | — |
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