Pay for the Deluxe Toppings Only If You Actually Want Them
The McDonald’s Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe price 2026 varies by restaurant. MacMenus uses $7.49 for the burger and $13.99 for the medium meal as reference figures—not nationwide official prices.
The current Deluxe is still on McDonald’s U.S. menu and combines one quarter-pound fresh-beef patty with two cheese slices, lettuce, three Roma tomato slices, creamy mayo, onions and pickles.
Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe — direct answer
Which Quarter Pounder Should You Choose?
Regular Quarter Pounder
520 calories.
Choose it when you want one quarter-pound patty, two cheese slices, pickles and onions without the Deluxe lettuce, tomatoes and mayo.
Current MacMenus comparison reference: $6.39.
Quarter Pounder Deluxe
630 calories.
Choose it when shredded lettuce, three Roma tomato slices and creamy mayo are worth the local upgrade.
Reference burger price: $7.49.
Double Quarter Pounder
740 calories.
Choose it when an additional four-ounce fresh-beef patty matters more than vegetables and mayo.
Current MacMenus comparison reference: $6.99.
Most important difference: Deluxe is not the “bigger beef” Quarter Pounder. It still uses one four-ounce patty before cooking. You are mainly choosing the lettuce, tomato and mayo topping profile.
How Much Is a Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe in 2026?
Quarter Pounder option |
Price status |
Burger calories |
Beef before cooking |
Main difference |
Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Quarter Pounder with Cheese |
$6.39 reference |
520 Cal |
4 oz |
Classic topping profile |
Lower-calorie standard QPC |
Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe |
$7.49 reference |
630 Cal |
4 oz |
Lettuce, three Roma tomatoes and mayo |
Fresh-topping preference |
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese |
$6.99 reference |
740 Cal |
8 oz total |
Second quarter-pound beef patty |
Maximum beef |
Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese |
$8.99 reference |
Check current product page |
4 oz |
Applewood-smoked bacon |
Bacon preference |
Price-status rule: $6.39, $6.99, $7.49 and $8.99 are MacMenus reference figures used for comparison. McDonald’s does not publish them as one mandatory nationwide restaurant price.
How much is a Quarter Pounder with Cheese at McDonald’s?
If you mean the regular Quarter Pounder with Cheese, the current MacMenus Quarter Pounder comparison uses a $6.39 reference price. That burger has 520 calories and one four-ounce beef patty before cooking.
If you mean the Deluxe, this article uses $7.49 as the reference. The difference is not another beef patty: the Deluxe keeps one quarter-pound patty but changes the topping profile with lettuce, Roma tomatoes and mayonnaise.
Best way to answer “how much is it?”: select one restaurant in the McDonald’s app, choose pickup, then compare the regular and Deluxe burger-only prices from the same store at the same time.
Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe Meal Price & Calories
The current official Deluxe Meal contains the Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe, medium World Famous Fries and a medium soft drink. McDonald’s calculates 1,220 calories when the drink is a medium Coca-Cola.
Meal |
Reference price |
Official standard calories |
Standard configuration |
What changes the total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Regular QPC Meal |
$10.69–$11.29 |
1,110 Cal |
Regular QPC + medium Fries + medium Coca-Cola |
Drink, size, extras, delivery |
QPC Deluxe Meal |
$13.99 reference |
1,220 Cal |
Deluxe + medium Fries + medium Coca-Cola |
Drink, size, customizations, delivery |
Double QPC Meal |
$12.49 reference |
1,330 Cal |
Double QPC + medium Fries + medium Coca-Cola |
Drink, size, extras, delivery |
Quarter Pounder Deluxe vs Regular Quarter Pounder
Feature |
Regular QPC |
QPC Deluxe |
What changes |
|---|---|---|---|
Fresh beef |
One 4-oz patty before cooking |
One 4-oz patty before cooking |
No beef increase |
American cheese |
Two slices |
Two slices |
No cheese increase |
Pickles |
Yes |
Yes |
No major change |
Slivered onions |
Yes |
Yes |
No major change |
Ketchup + mustard |
Standard regular-QPC profile |
Current Deluxe description emphasizes mayo instead |
Different sauce profile |
Shredded lettuce |
No |
Yes |
Deluxe addition |
Roma tomato |
No |
Three slices |
Deluxe addition |
Mayonnaise |
No in standard build |
Yes |
Deluxe addition |
Calories |
520 |
630 |
Deluxe +110 Cal |
Reference price |
$6.39 |
$7.49 |
Deluxe +$1.10 in this comparison |
Why does Deluxe have more calories even though it adds vegetables? Lettuce and tomato contribute relatively little; creamy mayonnaise is the important calorie difference. “Deluxe” should not be interpreted as automatically lighter.
Which one is better?
When price and calories matter more
- 520-calorie burger
- Same one-patty fresh-beef base
- Same two cheese slices
- Lower reference price in this comparison
- Classic Quarter Pounder flavor
When fresh toppings matter more
- Shredded lettuce
- Three Roma tomato slices
- Creamy mayonnaise
- Same quarter-pound beef base
- 630 standard calories
Double Quarter Pounder With Cheese Price vs Deluxe
Searchers comparing the Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese price with the Deluxe are really choosing between more beef and more toppings.
Feature |
QPC Deluxe |
Double QPC |
Better choice when |
|---|---|---|---|
Reference burger price |
$7.49 |
$6.99 |
Use your local app because this relationship can reverse |
Fresh beef |
4 oz before cooking |
8 oz total before cooking |
Double for maximum beef |
Calories |
630 |
740 |
Deluxe for 110 fewer calories |
Fresh toppings |
Lettuce + 3 Roma tomatoes |
No lettuce or tomato in standard build |
Deluxe for produce |
Mayonnaise |
Yes |
No in standard build |
Personal sauce preference |
Meal calories |
1,220 |
1,330 |
Deluxe for lower standard meal calories |
Do not automatically call the Double “better value” nationwide. The $6.99 and $7.49 figures are reference values from the MacMenus comparison. A different restaurant can produce a completely different upgrade gap.
Is the Quarter Pounder Deluxe Discontinued?
No—as of July 29, 2026. Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe is listed in McDonald’s current U.S. Burgers menu and its current lunch/dinner Extra Value Meals menu.
Why users think it disappeared
A restaurant may temporarily remove a product because of local inventory, equipment, staffing or menu participation.
App search can vary
Changing the selected restaurant can change which Quarter Pounder variants appear in the ordering menu.
Delivery menu can differ
A product missing on one delivery channel does not necessarily mean McDonald’s discontinued it nationally.
If the Deluxe does not appear in your app
Make sure the app is not still using another location from a previous order.
A cleaner restaurant menu may appear under pickup than third-party delivery.
Do not rely only on search suggestions or the Featured section.
If the Deluxe appears there, the issue is local availability rather than nationwide discontinuation.
What Comes on a Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe?
¼-lb beef patty
One four-ounce fresh-beef patty before cooking, seasoned with salt and pepper.
2 cheese slices
Two slices of American cheese layered with the beef patty.
3 Roma tomatoes
Three tomato slices provide the most visible Deluxe topping difference.
Shredded lettuce
Crisp shredded lettuce is added to the standard fresh-beef base.
Creamy mayonnaise
Mayo provides the creamy Deluxe sauce profile and adds egg-allergen consideration.
Slivered onions
The Deluxe keeps the sliced onion element used across Quarter Pounder variants.
Pickle slices
Tangy pickles are part of the standard current Deluxe build.
Sesame seed bun
The complete burger is served on a soft sesame-seed hamburger bun.
Micro-detail: McDonald’s notes that its national Quarter Pounder sandwiches contain no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colours from artificial sources, but the pickle itself contains an artificial preservative.
Quarter Pounder Deluxe Calories, Protein & Nutrition
Nutrient |
Standard Deluxe burger |
Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
Calories |
630 |
110 more than the regular Quarter Pounder |
Protein |
30g |
Mainly from beef and cheese |
Total fat |
37g |
Beef, cheese and mayonnaise contribute |
Saturated fat |
14g |
Mostly associated with beef and cheese |
Total carbohydrates |
44g |
Primarily bun and condiments |
Dietary fibre |
3g |
Small contribution from bun and vegetables |
Total sugars |
11g |
Includes sugars from bun and condiments |
Sodium |
1,210mg |
Important when comparing customizations |
McDonald’s nutrition values use standard formulations and serving sizes. Ingredient supply, preparation, regional variation and customization can change the actual nutrition of the burger you receive.
Does the Deluxe have more protein than the regular Quarter Pounder?
The Deluxe is not designed as a higher-protein version. Its defining additions are lettuce, tomatoes and mayonnaise—not another beef patty. If your goal is more beef and protein, compare the Double Quarter Pounder instead of paying mainly for Deluxe toppings.
How the Quarter Pounder Fresh-Beef Claim Works
Quarter Pounder Deluxe Customizations
Your goal |
What to change |
Price effect |
Nutrition effect |
Important check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Reduce creamy sauce |
Remove mayonnaise |
Usually no automatic discount |
Lowers calories and fat |
Check app nutrition after customization |
Reduce cheese |
Remove one or both cheese slices |
Price may remain unchanged |
Lowers calories, fat and sodium |
Removing cheese does not eliminate shared-prep risk |
More beef |
Add a patty or choose Double QPC |
Local add-on price |
Raises calories and protein |
Compare Double price before adding manually |
More vegetables |
Extra lettuce, tomato, onions or pickles where offered |
May be free or charged locally |
Usually modest calorie effect |
Customization options vary by store |
Lower-calorie meal |
Choose a zero-sugar beverage |
Often no standard meal-price change |
Can cut hundreds of beverage calories |
Check current drink availability |
Skip the meal |
Order burger only |
Removes Fries and drink cost |
630-calorie base burger |
Compare separate sides only if needed |
Allergens to check
Wheat & sesame
The standard sesame-seed bun creates wheat and sesame considerations.
Milk & soy
American cheese contains dairy and can include soy-related ingredients.
Egg
The creamy mayonnaise used on the Deluxe contains egg.
McDonald’s kitchens may use shared cooking and preparation areas, equipment and utensils. Removing an ingredient does not guarantee elimination of allergen cross-contact.
How to Check the Exact Quarter Pounder Deluxe Price Near You
Search by ZIP code, city, address or device location.
Confirm the full address because nearby stores can use different prices.
Pickup gives the cleanest comparison against the reference figures in this article.
Select “Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe,” not the regular or Double listing.
Record the displayed amount before converting it to a meal.
Confirm the Fries and drink sizes and note any upgrade charge.
Apply only offers actually available to your account and restaurant.
Review restaurant, pickup method, customizations, tax, fees and final total before payment.
Fair comparison rule: compare regular, Deluxe and Double at the same restaurant, same date and same pickup channel. Mixing pickup and delivery prices can create a false “cheapest burger” result.
Pickup vs McDelivery Quarter Pounder Deluxe Price
Order channel |
Price type |
What can be added |
Best use |
|---|---|---|---|
McDonald’s app pickup |
Selected store’s pickup price |
Tax and customizations |
Best local-price comparison |
Drive-thru |
Restaurant menu price |
Tax and add-ons |
Immediate in-person order |
McDelivery in app |
Delivery food price may be higher |
Delivery fee, service fee, tip and other fees |
Convenience |
Third-party delivery |
Platform-specific price |
Platform fees, tip and promotion rules |
Compare complete cart, not menu item alone |
There is no trustworthy universal percentage for how much more the Deluxe costs on delivery. McDonald’s states delivery prices may be higher and additional fees may apply.
Quarter Pounder Deluxe Ordering Problems & Fixes
Problem |
Likely reason |
What to do now |
|---|---|---|
Deluxe is missing from app |
Local availability or wrong restaurant selected |
Switch to pickup, open Burgers and check another nearby location |
Price is not $7.49 |
$7.49 is a reference, not a national price |
Use the selected restaurant’s displayed price |
Meal costs more than $13.99 |
Different local pricing, size upgrade or drink substitution |
Review each meal component before checkout |
Delivery price is higher |
Delivery menu pricing and fees |
Build the same pickup cart and compare completed totals |
Tomato or lettuce unavailable |
Temporary local ingredient shortage |
Check another location or choose regular QPC |
Cannot edit mobile order |
Submitted mobile orders cannot always be changed |
Cancel before preparation begins and place a corrected order |
Cancel option disappeared |
Restaurant may have begun preparing the order |
Contact the selected restaurant |
Nutrition does not match article |
Customization, drink or portion changed |
Use the official nutrition calculator for your final configuration |
Related McDonald’s Prices Menu With Prices Guides
If you are comparing the broader McDonald’s menu with prices 2026, these live MacMenus pages keep the Deluxe page focused while letting you compare nearby burger and nutrition intents.
Official Actions After You Understand the Deluxe
Price references, meal differences, discontinued status, toppings and calorie comparisons are explained above. Use these official pages only for final verification or ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe in 2026?
MacMenus uses $7.49 as a burger reference price. It is not an official nationwide McDonald’s price, so check the selected restaurant’s pickup menu for the current amount.
How much is the Quarter Pounder Deluxe meal?
This guide uses $13.99 as a medium-meal reference. The official meal includes the Deluxe burger, medium World Famous Fries and a medium soft drink.
How many calories are in a Quarter Pounder Deluxe?
The current official standard Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe contains 630 calories.
How many calories are in the Quarter Pounder Deluxe meal?
The official standard meal contains 1,220 calories when served with medium Fries and a medium Coca-Cola.
How much protein is in a Quarter Pounder With Cheese Deluxe?
The standard burger is currently listed at about 30 grams of protein.
What is the difference between Quarter Pounder Deluxe and regular?
Both use one four-ounce fresh-beef patty before cooking and two cheese slices. The Deluxe adds shredded lettuce, three Roma tomato slices and creamy mayonnaise and contains 630 calories instead of 520.
Is the Quarter Pounder Deluxe discontinued?
No. As of July 29, 2026, it is listed on McDonald’s current U.S. Burgers menu and Extra Value Meals menu.
How much is a regular Quarter Pounder With Cheese at McDonald’s?
MacMenus currently uses $6.39 as a comparison reference for the regular Quarter Pounder. McDonald’s does not publish one mandatory national restaurant price.
How much is a Double Quarter Pounder With Cheese?
The MacMenus Quarter Pounder comparison currently uses a $6.99 reference burger price. The actual local price can differ.
Is the Deluxe bigger than the regular Quarter Pounder?
Not in beef weight. Both use one four-ounce patty before cooking. The Deluxe is different because of its lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise toppings.
Is the Double Quarter Pounder bigger than the Deluxe?
Yes in beef weight. The Double uses two four-ounce patties before cooking, while the Deluxe uses one.
Does Quarter Pounder Deluxe use fresh beef?
Yes at participating restaurants where McDonald’s fresh-beef program is available. Fresh beef is available at most restaurants in the contiguous United States and not in Alaska, Hawaii or U.S. territories.
What toppings come on the Quarter Pounder Deluxe?
The current build includes two American cheese slices, shredded lettuce, three Roma tomato slices, creamy mayonnaise, slivered onions and pickles on a sesame-seed bun with the fresh-beef patty.
Can I order Quarter Pounder Deluxe without mayo?
Where the app or restaurant supports the customization, you can request no mayonnaise. The price may not decrease, and the nutrition total will change.
Is Quarter Pounder Deluxe gluten-free?
No gluten-free claim should be made for the standard burger. The bun contains wheat, and McDonald’s also warns about shared preparation areas and cross-contact.
Why does the Quarter Pounder Deluxe cost more on delivery?
Delivery menu prices may be higher than restaurant prices, and delivery, service, tip and other fees may also apply.
Quarter Pounder Deluxe Price & Meal Calculator
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MacMenus.us is an independent informational website and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by McDonald’s Corporation. Prices labelled “reference” are editorial comparison figures and are not guaranteed national prices. Products, ingredients, nutrition, customizations, Rewards, promotions, taxes, fees and availability can change by restaurant and order channel. Confirm the selected restaurant’s current menu and final checkout total before ordering.