McDonald's Japan vs McDonald’s
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
McDonald's Japan
Access daily coupons, view menu details including ingredients and nutrition, and discover personalized recommendations. Order and pay directly through the app for pickup or delivery.
- Daily coupons and exclusive offers
- Detailed menu information (ingredients, nutrition)
- Personalized news and product recommendations
- Mobile order and payment
- McDelivery service integration
- Multiple payment options
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McDonald's Official App for Japan The McDonald's official app offers not only daily coupons and latest information but also allows you to complete your order and payment seamlessly. Features Available: • Access to the Latest Coupons Enjoy exclusive coupons that can be used in-store or through mobile orders. Show the coupon number to the staff by selecting "Use in Store" or choose a coupon from the mobile order menu category. • Check McDonald’s Menu Access detailed information about McDonald's products, including ingredients, allergy information, and nutritional content. • Discover the Latest News Find recommended news and products tailored to you right on the home screen. • Order and pay via the App with Mobile Order You can complete your order and payment entirely through the app. Skip the line and receive your food directly at your table (not available in certain restaurants or hours). • Order from home and have your meal delivered by McDelivery® Service via the App. How to Use Mobile Order: Step 1: Log In To use coupons or place an order, you need to register and log in. If you've forgotten your password, you can reset it via the "Forgot Password" option. Please ensure that you can receive emails from info@nsp.mdj.jp. Step 2: Choose a Restaurant Select the restaurant where you would like to receive your order. Please check the available restaurants in the app. Step 3: Select Your Menu Choose your favorite menu items. Coupons can also be used. Please note that some coupons available for mobile orders may differ from those available at the Front Counter. Step 4: Choose Your Pickup Method Select from table delivery (table service), counter pickup, takeout, park & go, or Drive-Thru. Pickup options may vary by restaurant and time. Table service, park & go, and drive-thru are not available at all locations. Step 5: Choose Your Payment Method You can pay with a credit card (VISA, Master, JCB, Diners, American Express), d-Barai, PayPay, Rakuten Pay, au PAY, LINE Pay, or Apple Pay . Please Complete the Following Step After Arriving at the Restaurant Step 6: Receive Your Order Once you arrive at the restaurant, confirm your payment to start the preparation of your order. Enjoy your freshly prepared food. How to Use McDelivery® Service: Step 1: Log In To place an order, you need to register and log in. If you've forgotten your password, you can reset it via the "Forgot Password" option. Please ensure that you can receive emails from info@nsp.mdj.jp. Step 2: Select Delivery Address and Time Choose whether you want to order now or reserve a delivery time. Reservations can be made from one day to two hours prior to the desired delivery time. Step 3: Select Your Menu Choose your favorite menu items. Step 4: Choose Your Payment Method You can pay with cash, credit card (VISA, Master, JCB, Diners, American Express), d-barai, PayPay, Rakuten Pay, au PAY, LINE Pay, or Apple Pay . Please note that cash payments are not available at some locations. Step 5: Receive Your Order Our delivery staff will bring your freshly prepared meal to your specified address. If you prefer a no-contact delivery, you can select the "Leave at the Door" option when ordering. • Please note: • Delivery times vary by location. • Orders for the breakfast menu must be placed by 10:20 AM. • Minimum order value is ¥1,500 (¥1,000 for breakfast). • A delivery fee of ¥300 applies.
McDonald’s
Discover exclusive deals and discounts tailored just for you. Stay updated on local McDonald's news, including games and competitions. Access detailed nutritional information and find nearby restaurants with directions.
- Personalized offers and discounts
- News and updates on local events
- Nutritional information for menu items
- Allergy advice
- Restaurant finder with directions
- Filter by opening hours and facilities
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Welcome to the new official McDonald’s app. The app is filled with great offers specially tailored to you. Deals and discounts appear regularly so check back often to see what’s new. The news section keeps you up to date with everything that’s going on in McDonald’s near you. Look here for new games and competitions. The nutrition section provides information on our entire menu. We provide allergy advice and nutritional information on everything from the Big Mac to a single dip! Use our restaurant finder to find your nearest McDonald’s. Filter your search based on opening hours, facilities and get directions from wherever you are.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: McDonald's Japan at 4.6 against McDonald’s's 3.3. McDonald's Japan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). McDonald’s's advantage is ratings volume (6.6K vs 162) and review sentiment (49% vs 31%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
McDonald's Japan holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: McDonald’s has 6.6K ratings behind it against 162, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 31% of McDonald's Japan's written reviews are positive against 49% of McDonald’s's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
McDonald's Japan ships an update monthly, McDonald’s every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | McDonald's Japan | McDonald’s |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (162 ratings) — better | 3.3 (6.6K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 31.1% of reviews | 48.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 162 | 6.6K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #108 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 104 MB | 363 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 日本マクドナルド株式会社 | McDonald's Global Markets LLC |
Customer experience
McDonald's Japan
McDonald’s
Bugs and requests
McDonald's Japan
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
McDonald’s
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes and crashes often
- Login and account issues
- Delivery and order tracking problems
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to track orders
- Improve payment options and integration
- Provide more language and regional support
- Enhance user experience and navigation
In-app purchases
McDonald's Japan
No in-app purchases
McDonald’s
No in-app purchases







