Burger King's Whopper Jr. Vs Whopper: How Do The Fast Food Favorites Differ?

Known as 'America's Favorite Burger,' the Whopper at Burger King is one of the most recognizable menu items in the fast food world. Known for being more affordable than the McDonald's Big Mac, BK's Whopper is an icon; so much so that it has a baby brother that's featured on more than just the kids menu. The Whopper Jr. is another famous menu item at Burger King, but what sets it apart from the original?

The first and most obvious difference is the size, with the Whopper Jr. being made with a smaller patty. Consequently this affects the price, and since you get more meat on your buns with the classic Whopper, the price tag is a bit higher — both in the case of the individual sandwich and combo meals. The final main difference between the two burgers is their varieties, as there are some full-size Whoppers that do not have Whopper Jr. counterparts. While the smaller size may be just the right amount of food when you're in need of a lighter meal, you may not always find the wealth of options you were hoping for. But in general, both the Whopper and Whopper Jr. hold up as great picks from the Burger King menu, and each are conveniently customizable to suit your dietary and flavor preferences. 

As the headlining burger at Burger King, it makes sense that the Whopper comes in many forms. This classic burger comes with a ¼-pound beef patty topped with tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, white onions, and ketchup and mayonnaise, all on a sesame-seed bun — and remember that if you want cheese, you have to ask for it to be added onto the traditional Whopper. The sandwich itself costs $7.59, and the combo that includes fries and drink is priced between $10.09 and $11.09 depending on size. Also note that not all locations will be priced the same, and may even offer different types of Whopper selections, so be sure to double check the menu when traveling to a new Burger King. 

The Whopper comes in a few varieties including the Double and Triple Whopper — complete with two and three patties respectively — as well as the Bacon Whopper and the Impossible Whopper for vegetarian customers. The Burger King menu will often feature specialty burgers, like the Dragon Flame-grilled Whopper on the exclusive How to Train Your Dragon menu. This burger includes a unique spicy bun along with bacon and American cheese promoting the 2025 live-action adaptation of the animated classic. Note that this Whopper is not available in the Jr. size, so customers will need to size up; and this is likely the case with all time-limited featured Whoppers. So if you have a big appetite and are interested in trying whatever new and exciting burgers The King is featuring, the classic Whopper is the sandwich for you.

Despite being the subject of a Burger King anti-bullying ad that shows people hating on the burger, the Whopper Jr. remains a popular menu option. As mentioned, it is smaller than the regular Whopper — though the menu doesn't specify the exact size — which is great for when you aren't looking for a massive meal. As a result, the Whopper Jr. only costs $4.09 for the a la carte burger, with combos including fries and a drink ranging from $7.49 to $8.49 (exact price may vary by location). The smaller burger still features all the same toppings, so you aren't losing out on those traditional Whopper perks, but you can enjoy the meal in a smaller portion.

The biggest difference, however, is that the Whopper Jr. doesn't have as many menu options as its larger sibling. There is no three-patty Whopper Jr. — likely because at that rate you're eating the same meat as a Double Whopper — and most notably, there is no Jr. size of the Impossible Whopper. This may be because the meatless burger patties come from their own manufacturer, Impossible Foods, who does not offer a smaller-sized patty. In any case, this does limit the burger options for non meat-eaters. Thankfully though, the Whopper Jr. combos come with the same side selections as the original, which includes the famous Chicken Fries and onion rings. It all comes down to how much meat you want on your sandwich, as that is the main thing that changes between the two burgers.