McDonald’s 50 Cent Double Cheeseburgers

If you’ve been craving a delicious, dripping cheeseburger, mark your calendar: on Thursday, September 18, 2025, McDonald’s is running one of their best all-time deals – Double Cheeseburgers for just 50 cents. Yes, that’s right, one day only. Here are the details.

What’s the Deal Exactly?

To celebrate National Cheeseburger Day McDonald’s is serving its Double Cheeseburger for just $0.50.
This offer is only available in the McDonald’s app so you will need to have the app installed and be ready to place the order.
One per customer, one time only, and at participating stores.

What’s in the Double Cheeseburger?

If you’re not already acquainted with this here’s a quick overview:

Two beef patties lightly seasoned with salt & pepper.
Two slices of American cheese.
Topped with pickles diced onions ketchup and mustard.

So essentially all the classic flavors you’re accustomed to sandwiched twice over.

Why This Is a Big Deal

Value for money: A Double Cheeseburger for 50 cents is a nearly extinct bargain, particularly considering food price inflation. It’s a good strategy from McDonald’s to provide value in a period when people are being cautious about their finances.
One-day urgency: Because this promotion only has till Sept 18 and only for app users, there is a “use it or lose it” element. It generates urgency and drives traffic.
Brand loyalty boost: Persuading people to use the McDonald’s app gets them to build affinity — push messages, future deals, etc.

Possible Catch(es) to Be Aware Of

As with the majority of special offers, there’s some fine print:

Not every McDonald’s location is included. Always check your in-store through the app. ([Allrecipes][2])
Limit of one burger per patron with this deal. So, if you’d like to have two, you will likely have to pay regular price or have two different meals.
Because it’s app-based, if your internet or phone isn’t functioning, you might miss out.

How to Make the Most of it

If you were me, I would do the following:

Have the McDonald’s app downloaded and updated.
Search for your local McDonald’s via the app to make sure they are participating.
Save the voucher in the app beforehand, so you’re ready when you arrive at the ordering screen.
Get there early or time your order – busy times might mean a queue.
If possible, have a friend with you so that one of you receives the deal, the other might take an alternative. Win-win.

Final Thoughts

This 50-cent Double Cheeseburger offer is one of those uncommon fast-food promotions that’s pure pleasure: easy to love, delicious, and nearly impossible to believe in terms of price. If you’re a McDonald’s-every-chance-you-get kind of person or the kind of person who only goes there on offers like this, Sept 18 is going to be an entertaining day.