McAlisters Deli vs Captain John's
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
McAlisters Deli
Easily order your favorite deli meals ahead for pickup and customize them to your exact preferences. Earn points with every purchase to unlock exclusive deals and rewards, making every meal more satisfying.
- Order ahead for pickup
- Customize meals
- Earn points on purchases
- Redeem rewards and deals
- Easy reordering
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The latest McAlister’s app is here, and it's packed with fresh, flavorful updates. Our new app puts everything you crave about our deli right at your fingertips - a user-friendly experience that offers what you want, exactly how you want it, plus a little something extra. Earn points with every purchase Redeem rewards with the click of a button, including exclusive deals. Order ahead Skip the line by placing your order in advance and pick it up when it’s ready. Customize your order Build your meal just the way you like it with easy-to-use customization options. Easy Reordering
Captain John's
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Use the Captain John's app to find your nearest location, view our menu, and place an order. Save time by ordering ahead. Earn loyalty points and track your rewards status from within the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: McAlisters Deli at monthly against Captain John's's every 8 months. McAlisters Deli also leads on chart position (#80 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
McAlisters Deli ships an update monthly, Captain John's every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | McAlisters Deli | Captain John's |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (173K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 173K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #80 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 128 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | McAlister's Dev | CAPTAIN JOHN''S EUFAULA INC |
Bugs and requests
McAlisters Deli
Reported bugs
4 issues- App fails to load menu items or order options
- Issues with saved payment methods and order history
- Location selection and order placement errors
- Rewards not properly applied or tracked
Requested features
5 requests- Improve customization options for orders
- Add ability to request special instructions
- Streamline rewards program and make it more user-friendly
- Enhance location search and order tracking functionality
- Provide better communication on order status and availability
Captain John's
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
McAlisters Deli
No in-app purchases
Captain John's
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is McAlisters Deli free?
Is Captain John's free?
Do McAlisters Deli or Captain John's have ads?
Which is updated more often, McAlisters Deli or Captain John's?
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