McDonald's Double Cheeseburger vs Wendy's Dave's Double

Wendy's Dave's Double wins — CR Score 82 (Fire) vs McDonald's Double Cheeseburger at CR Score 52 (Solid), from 71 and 72 ratings. Updated Oct 2026. How the score works

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McDonald's Double Cheeseburger

3.40 avg · 72 ratings

Wendy's Dave's Double

4.21 avg · 71 ratings

Comparison

McDonald's Double CheeseburgerStatWendy's Dave's Double
52%CR Score82%
3.40/5Avg rating4.21/5
72Ratings71
NoLimited timeNo
440 kcalCalories850 kcal
25gProtein49g
22gFat53g
34gCarbs37g
Winner

McDonald's Double Cheeseburger Reviews

  • Paid survey panel

    McDonald's double cheeseburger doesn't taste the same and looks sloppy.

  • Paid survey panel

    A 1 would be a mcdonalds double cheeseburger because its so gross and still expensive and completely processed and bad for you.

  • Paid survey panel

    The McDonald's cheeseburger is not high quality but it's unique taste makes it hard to resist.

Wendy's Dave's Double Reviews

  • Location dependent burger... Better than McD's n BK's comparables but not consistent enough to be a regular purchase.

  • Paid survey panel

    fresh amazing cheese and toppings

  • Paid survey panel

    too small for the price

The verdict

The McDonald's Double Cheeseburger offers a classic fast-food experience with a lower calorie count, while Wendy's Dave's Double is praised for its fresh ingredients and larger size but has a higher calorie count. Depending on your preference for portion size and freshness, each burger has its merits.

McDonald's Double Cheeseburger

Pros

  • + Lower calorie count at 440 kcal
  • + More affordable option compared to Wendy's Dave's Double

Cons

  • − Lacks recent user reviews for detailed feedback
  • − Lower CR Score of 6.3/10

Wendy's Dave's Double

Pros

  • + Higher average user rating of 4.21/5
  • + Fresh, never-frozen beef patties noted by reviewers
  • + Larger size with more protein (49g)

Cons

  • − Higher calorie count at 850 kcal
  • − Inconsistency in quality reported by some users

Which should you pick?

Pick the McDonald's Double Cheeseburger if…

  • • You want a lighter meal with fewer calories
  • • You prefer a more budget-friendly option

Pick the Wendy's Dave's Double if…

  • • You want a larger, more substantial burger
  • • Fresh ingredients are a priority for you

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