Nutrition comparison · official data
Culver's vs In-N-Out Burger Nutrition
Calories, protein and sodium compared, side by side
Big number: the most protein in one order under 500 calories
Both chains publish nutrition information for their menus. We ran both through the same engine that powers our calculators, so every number here comes from Culver's and In-N-Out Burger's own figures. Updated Oct 2026.
At a glance
Key Differences
- Most protein under 500 calories36 g30 gGrilled Chicken SandwichDouble-Double® Protein Style® (lettuce instead of bun)
- Calories in that order480460
- Signature item: calories460610ButterBurger® Cheese, SingleDouble-Double®
- Signature item: sodium (daily value 2,300 mg)700 mg1,670 mg
- Menu items, sizes and ingredients20471
- Most protein for 500 calories or less: 36 g (480 calories) at Culver's for the Grilled Chicken Sandwich, against 30 g (460 calories) at In-N-Out Burger for the Double-Double® Protein Style® (lettuce instead of bun).
- Sodium in one signature item each: 700 mg (30% of the daily value) at Culver's for the ButterBurger® Cheese, Single, and 1,670 mg (73%) at In-N-Out Burger for the Double-Double®.
- Main dishes under 500 calories: 14 of 50 at Culver's, and 7 of 9 at In-N-Out Burger.
- Culver's lists 204 menu items, sizes and ingredients; In-N-Out Burger lists 71.
The details
Head to Head
| Culver's | In-N-Out Burger | |
|---|---|---|
| Most protein under 500 calories | 36 g, 480 calGrilled Chicken Sandwich | 30 g, 460 calDouble-Double® Protein Style® (lettuce instead of bun) |
| Signature item | 460 cal, 24 g proteinButterBurger® Cheese, Single | 610 cal, 34 g proteinDouble-Double® |
| Sodium in that item | 700 mg (30% of daily value) | 1,670 mg (73% of daily value) |
| How you order | Set menu items | Set menu items |
| Menu items in our calculator | 204 | 71 |
| Nutrients published | calories, protein, carbs, fat, saturated fat, fiber, sugar, sodium | calories, protein, carbs, fat, saturated fat, fiber, sugar, sodium |
| Data checked | Oct 2026 | Oct 2026 |
Each "most protein" order is one main dish, without sides or drinks; see how we picked them.
Side by side
Protein at Culver's and In-N-Out Burger
Culver's Highest-Protein Picks
Single items under 500 calories, most protein first.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 480 | 36 g | 1,280 mg |
| Beef Pot Roast | 410 | 31 g | 740 mg |
| Wisconsin Swiss Melt, Single | 480 | 27 g | 560 mg |
| Sourdough Melt, Single | 490 | 26 g | 600 mg |
| ButterBurger® Cheese, Single | 460 | 24 g | 700 mg |
| Buffalo Chicken Tenders, 2 Piece | 270 | 20 g | 1,010 mg |
In-N-Out Burger's Highest-Protein Picks
Single items under 500 calories, most protein first.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double-Double® Protein Style® (lettuce instead of bun) · 289 g | 460 | 30 g | 1,390 mg |
| Cheeseburger (mustard & ketchup instead of spread) · 222 g | 380 | 20 g | 1,020 mg |
| Cheeseburger · 229 g | 430 | 20 g | 1,080 mg |
| Cheeseburger Protein Style® (lettuce instead of bun) · 231 g | 280 | 16 g | 800 mg |
| Hamburger (mustard & ketchup instead of spread) · 202 g | 300 | 16 g | 610 mg |
| Hamburger · 209 g | 360 | 16 g | 670 mg |
Try them
Example Orders
Culver's
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double ButterBurger Cheese with medium fries | 1,050 | 45 g | 1,670 mg |
| Culver's Deluxe with cheese curds | 1,070 | 41 g | 2,440 mg |
| 4 chicken tenders, fries and ranch | 1,050 | 44 g | 2,590 mg |
| 2-piece North Atlantic Cod Dinner | 1,100 | 35 g | 1,640 mg |
| Lighter: grilled chicken sandwich and broccoli | 520 | 39 g | 1,320 mg |
| ButterBurger and a cake cone | 720 | 26 g | 575 mg |
In-N-Out Burger
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double-Double, fries and a 22 oz Coke | 1,240 | 40 g | 1,895 mg |
| Cheeseburger and fries | 790 | 26 g | 1,230 mg |
| Double-Double Protein Style | 460 | 30 g | 1,390 mg |
| Hamburger, fries and a vanilla shake | 1,310 | 38 g | 1,180 mg |
| Lighter: Protein Style Hamburger and iced tea | 210 | 12 g | 390 mg |
Culver's vs In-N-Out Burger FAQ
Is Culver's or In-N-Out Burger healthier?
Neither is healthier across the board; it depends on what you order. By each chain's official numbers, the most protein you can get for 500 calories or less is 36 g at Culver's and 30 g at In-N-Out Burger. Comparing one signature item each: 460 calories and 700 mg of sodium at Culver's for the ButterBurger® Cheese, Single, against 610 calories and 1,670 mg at In-N-Out Burger for the Double-Double®. Build your usual order in both calculators to compare exactly.
Which has more protein, Culver's or In-N-Out Burger?
Under 500 calories, Culver's comes out ahead: 36 g (480 calories) at Culver's for the Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and 30 g (460 calories) at In-N-Out Burger for the Double-Double® Protein Style® (lettuce instead of bun).
Which has less sodium, Culver's or In-N-Out Burger?
It depends on the order. Comparing one signature item each: 700 mg at Culver's for the ButterBurger® Cheese, Single, and 1,670 mg at In-N-Out Burger for the Double-Double®. The daily value is 2,300 mg. Both calculators show sodium for every item, so you can pick lower-sodium options as you build.
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About This Data
Figures are from each chain's own published nutrition information, as used in our Culver's calculator and In-N-Out Burger calculator, where you will find the source and date. Portions are made by hand and vary. See how we source and check data.