High confidence · Latest 120 of 247 total reviews analyzed

Mixed

Recent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate mobile ordering convenience allows users to bypass long lines and save time during busy mornings, but report forced gift card reloading requirements create friction and feel predatory to users with small balances.

Rating: 4.9

Reviews: 247

Confidence: high

How did the latest release land?

Overall
4.9/ 5
(9.4M)
Current version
4.9/ 5
+0.0 vs overall
(7.9M)
Main signal post-update: mobile ordering convenience allows users to bypass long lines and save time during busy mornings.

Sentiment over time

Weekly average rating and review volume across stores, last 90 days.

How have ratings & review volume moved?

Rating, review sentiment, and total reviews over time, with release markers showing the post-launch impact.

Rating over time

Vertical markers = app releases. Hover any release for the post-release impact delta.

Releases:MajorMinorPatch7 releases in range

Review themes

Praise

What users love

  • Mobile ordering convenience allows users to bypass long lines and save time during busy mornings
    • Users frequently mention the ability to order ahead as a primary benefit
Complaint

Common complaints

  • Forced gift card reloading requirements create friction and feel predatory to users with small balances
    • Users express frustration at being forced to reload minimum amounts higher than their actual order cost
Request

Most requested

  • Pricing visibility on menu items should be provided before adding products to the digital cart
    • Users find the lack of price transparency until checkout to be deceptive and frustrating

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