We tried the same McDonald's meal in the US and the UK. They were the same price, but one was a better value.

We tried similar McDonald's meals in New York City and London to see how they compare. Erin McDowell/Business Insider; Roya Shahidi/Business Insider We compared similar McDonald's meals in New York City and London. The meals cost exactly the same, but there were some key differences. The US meal had a more flavorful sandwich and a bigger drink. McDonald's may be a globally recognized brand, but ordering the same meal on opposite sides of the Atlantic can feel like a completely different experience. We tried similar McDonald's meals in New York City and London — including spicy chicken sandwiches , fries, an apple pie, and a fruity drink — to see whether there were differences in taste and value between the two.