We tested french fries from McDonalds, Wendy's, Burger King, and Chick-fil-A to see who does it best - and the winner surprised us

Hot, salty, and steaming fresh: McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King and Chick-fil-A are ready to compete.

First, we tried McDonald's. Salty, thin, and crispy, these classic fries have stayed consistent over the years.

A large order of McDonald's fries costs $2.79 in Manhattan. They're crispy on the outside — yet have an unusually hearty center for how thin they are. Loaded with salt, these fries are absolutely addictive.

Right away, we notice Wendy's are the only fries that have the potato skin still on them. A large order runs for $2.29.

Wendy's fries are actually rather bland and boring. These fries are very thin and absorb too much of the oil, making them soggy. A little salt wouldn't hurt.

Burger King's are noticeably thicker and sturdier than the competition. They almost have the texture of steak fries.

The thick cut is a clear advantage because they hold up well — they aren't soggy or greasy. Biting into these fries provides a salty satisfaction for a $2.39 large order. We were surprised by how much the fries impressed us.

And finally, the iconic waffle fries of Chick-fil-A. At first glance, these are not your average fast food fries – the waffle cut could be a big advantage.

... But looks can be deceiving. These floppy fries are underwhelming. They lack the crunch and seasoning we expect from such a fry. Although gorgeous in appearance, Chick-fil-A fries are somewhat bland. At $1.85 for a large, it's simply potato, nothing more.

So who wins the great French fry battle?

After much debate, Burger King wins the battle with the crispiest, tastiest fries of the bunch. McDonald's came in a close second, followed by Chick-fil-A and Wendys.