# Dunkin' vs Wetzel's Pretzels

The clearest difference is monetization model: Wetzel's Pretzels at free against Dunkin''s free with in-app purchases. Dunkin''s advantage is ratings volume (1.4M vs 7.1K) and chart position (#15 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dunkin' against 4.8 for Wetzel's Pretzels. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dunkin' has 1.4M ratings behind it against 7.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Dunkin''s written reviews are positive against 39% of Wetzel's Pretzels's.

Dunkin' ships an update every 5 weeks, Wetzel's Pretzels every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dunkin' | Wetzel's Pretzels |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dunkin/id1056813463/reviews)** | [4.8 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wetzels-pretzels/id1637424029/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4M** | 7.1K |
| Positive reviews | **44.4% of reviews** | 39.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dunkin' Donuts](https://appshunter.io/developer/318953209) | [Kahala Management, L.L.C.](https://appshunter.io/developer/563332606) |

## What reviewers say

### Dunkin'

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dunkin/id1056813463)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Free · Food & Drink, #182 Top Free (US App Store)

Order your favorite coffee and treats ahead of time and skip the line. Earn rewards for every purchase, customize your order with numerous options, and enjoy contactless pickup. You can also send gift cards directly through the app.

**Highlights:** Order ahead and skip the wait, Contactless pickup options, Earn free food and drinks with rewards, Customize orders extensively, Save favorite orders and locations, Schedule orders up to 24 hours in advance, Send gift cards

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient order ahead
- 👍 Rewards program
- 🚀 Saves time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App glitches and errors
- ⚠️ Inconsistent order fulfillment
- 💰 Deceptive pricing and rewards
- 🤯 Confusing and frustrating app experience

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inaccurate order tracking and status updates
- Payment issues and double charges
- Location detection problems

**Requested features**

- Allow customization of orders in the app
- Improve refund and order correction process
- Provide real-time inventory updates in the app
- Make the rewards program more transparent and fair


### Wetzel's Pretzels

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wetzels-pretzels/id1637424029)

This app allows users to earn rewards on menu items, order ahead for pickup or delivery, and find nearby locations. Users receive a free pretzel after their first order and can redeem points for various menu items and enjoy special offers.

**Highlights:** Earn and redeem rewards points, Order ahead for pickup, Delivery options available, Find nearest locations, Save favorite orders, Refer friends for rewards

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Friendly and helpful staff
- 🚀 Efficient service
- 🥨 Delicious pretzels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App issues (crashes, loading problems, verification emails not arriving)
- 🔍 Inconsistent in-app and in-store menu options
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing order requirements (minimum order amounts)

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to redeem rewards in-store
- Rewards not properly tracking purchases
- Device/account restrictions preventing new sign-ups

**Requested features**

- Improve app stability and reliability
- Expand in-app menu to match in-store offerings
- Allow more flexibility in order minimums


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dunkin' free?

Dunkin' is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wetzel's Pretzels free?

Wetzel's Pretzels is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Dunkin' or Wetzel's Pretzels?

Dunkin' is rated higher. Dunkin' averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.4M ratings, while Wetzel's Pretzels averages 4.8 from 7.1K ratings.

### Do Dunkin' or Wetzel's Pretzels have ads?

Neither Dunkin' nor Wetzel's Pretzels shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dunkin' or Wetzel's Pretzels?

Dunkin' ships an update every 5 weeks, and Wetzel's Pretzels every 2 months. Most recently, Dunkin' was updated on November 12, 2026 and Wetzel's Pretzels on November 12, 2026.

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