Burgers · Updated 2026-08-01
Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™, 2026
Price, calories, and what it actually costs at 3,351 drive-ins across 38 states.
How much is the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™, and how many calories?
The Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ costs $7.89 at a typical drive-in and has 870 calories. Every Sonic is franchised and sets its own price, so it runs from $7.09 to $10.79 depending on which drive-in you pull into. It is sold at 3,351 Sonics.
From the real menu price at 3,351 drive-ins, refreshed 2026-08-01.
Limited TimePrice & Details
- Typical price
- $7.89
- Calories
- 870
- Price range
- $7.09 to $10.79
- Most common price
- $7.69 (19% of stores)
- Calories per dollar
- 109
- Category
- Burgers
- Sold at
- 3,351 drive-ins
- Sizes
- Standard, Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Combo
What is in the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™
Two juicy, hand-smashed patties made with Angus beef, stacked with melty pepper jack cheese and crispy bacon, topped with a Jalapeño Pineapple Glaze - bringing the perfect sweet-heat kick to every bite. Balanced with crisp lettuce and creamy mayo - all on a soft potato bun.
Compared
How the Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Compare in Burgers
Calories per dollar is the column that says which is the better deal, not just the cheaper one.
| Item | Typical price | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-American Bacon Triple SONIC Smasher | $8.99 | 860 | 94 |
| Tropical Heat Triple SONIC Smasher™ | $8.89 | 910 | 101 |
| Triple SONIC Smasher | $7.89 | 780 | 97 |
| All-American Bacon SONIC Smasher | $7.89 | 670 | 84 |
| Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ | $7.89 | 870 | 109 |
| All-American Triple SONIC Smasher | $7.89 | 790 | 99 |
| SuperSONIC Double Cheeseburger | $7.09 | 1040 | 143 |
| Double SONIC Smasher | $6.89 | 600 | 86 |
Median price across every drive-in that sells it. The highlighted row is this item.
What it costs
How Much Is the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™?
Most Sonic drive-ins charge about $7.89 for the Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™. A few go as low as $7.09 or as high as $10.79, because every Sonic is owned separately and sets its own price.
Cheapest
$7.09
the lowest anywhere
Usual price
$7.89
what most people pay
Most expensive
$10.79
the highest anywhere
Every Size
Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Prices by Size
2 sizes, not priced proportionally. The largest is the cheapest per calorie.
Standard
$7.89
870 cal · 110 per $
Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Combo
$11.79
870 cal · 74 per $
| Size | Typical | Range | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $7.89 | $7.09 to $10.79 | 870 | 110 |
| Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Combo | $11.79 | $9.59 to $15.49 | 870 | 74 |
Median price across every Sonic that sells the size. The highlighted row is the size most stores stock.
State by State
Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Price by State
Sonic is franchised, so the price is set drive-in by drive-in rather than nationally. Across the 38 states with enough stores to average honestly, the runs from $7.57 in NC to $9.21 in CA, a 52% swing for identical food.
| # | State | Avg price | Range | vs national |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NC80 stores | $7.57 | $7.49to$8.19 | -$0.44-5.5% |
| 2 | IN26 stores | $7.69 | $7.49to$8.39 | -$0.32-4% |
| 3 | KY67 stores | $7.73 | $7.49to$8.19 | -$0.28-3.5% |
| 4 | OK258 stores | $7.77 | $7.49to$8.29 | -$0.24-3% |
| 5 | AR190 stores | $7.78 | $7.59to$8.59 | -$0.23-2.9% |
| 6 | TN219 stores | $7.78 | $7.19to$9.29 | -$0.23-2.9% |
| 7 | KS131 stores | $7.85 | $7.49to$8.69 | -$0.16-2% |
| 8 | WV7 stores | $7.85 | $7.69to$8.79 | -$0.16-2% |
| 9 | GA65 stores | $7.86 | $7.19to$8.69 | -$0.15-1.9% |
| 10 | MO183 stores | $7.86 | $7.49to$8.69 | -$0.15-1.9% |
| 11 | LA156 stores | $7.88 | $7.49to$8.99 | -$0.13-1.6% |
| 12 | MS119 stores | $7.92 | $7.49to$8.39 | -$0.09-1.1% |
| 13 | NM68 stores | $7.95 | $7.89to$8.39 | -$0.06-0.7% |
| 14 | NV23 stores | $7.95 | $7.79to$8.29 | -$0.06-0.7% |
| 15 | OH35 stores | $7.95 | $7.59to$8.69 | -$0.06-0.7% |
| 16 | SC74 stores | $7.98 | $7.49to$8.39 | -$0.03-0.4% |
| 17 | TX900 stores | $7.98 | $7.09to$10.39 | -$0.03-0.4% |
| 18 | UT16 stores | $7.98 | $7.89to$7.99 | -$0.03-0.4% |
| 19 | AL94 stores | $8.00 | $7.49to$8.39 | -$0.01-0.1% |
| 20 | VA50 stores | $8.06 | $7.49to$9.69 | +$0.05+0.6% |
| 21 | IL51 stores | $8.07 | $7.59to$8.69 | +$0.06+0.7% |
| 22 | IA10 stores | $8.19 | $7.49to$8.69 | +$0.18+2.2% |
| 23 | MN5 stores | $8.19 | $8.19to$8.19 | +$0.18+2.2% |
| 24 | AZ87 stores | $8.32 | $8.09to$9.29 | +$0.31+3.9% |
| 25 | ID20 stores | $8.36 | $7.99to$8.99 | +$0.35+4.4% |
| 26 | FL87 stores | $8.37 | $7.59to$9.19 | +$0.36+4.5% |
| 27 | CO78 stores | $8.42 | $7.69to$8.90 | +$0.41+5.1% |
| 28 | NE29 stores | $8.50 | $7.89to$9.19 | +$0.49+6.1% |
| 29 | MI16 stores | $8.67 | $8.49to$9.79 | +$0.66+8.2% |
| 30 | WA14 stores | $8.79 | $8.69to$9.29 | +$0.78+9.7% |
| 31 | WY6 stores | $8.80 | $7.69to$9.19 | +$0.79+9.9% |
| 32 | CT7 stores | $8.90 | $7.59to$9.59 | +$0.89+11.1% |
| 33 | PA19 stores | $8.92 | $8.19to$9.19 | +$0.91+11.4% |
| 34 | NJ13 stores | $8.94 | $8.59to$10.79 | +$0.93+11.6% |
| 35 | NY25 stores | $8.94 | $7.59to$10.79 | +$0.93+11.6% |
| 36 | MD12 stores | $9.07 | $8.79to$9.69 | +$1.06+13.2% |
| 37 | OR13 stores | $9.07 | $8.99to$9.25 | +$1.06+13.2% |
| 38 | CA77 stores | $9.21 | $7.99to$9.79 | +$1.20+15% |
Ranked cheapest to dearest. Diff is against the $8.01 national average. States with fewer than five stores are left out.
Quick answers
Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™: Common Questions
How much is the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™?
About $7.89 at a typical drive-in. It runs from $7.09 to $10.79 because each Sonic sets its own price.
How many calories are in the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™?
870 calories. Sonic publishes no protein or carbohydrate figures.
What sizes does the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ come in?
2: Standard, Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ Combo. Most drive-ins stock the Standard.
Why does the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ cost more at some locations?
Sonic is franchised, so each owner sets the price. That is why this page shows a range, not one number.
Where is the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ cheapest?
NC, averaging $7.57. CA is the priciest at $9.21.
Does every Sonic sell the Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™?
It is on the menu at 3,351 of the 3,357 drive-ins in our data. A few franchises drop items, so check yours.
Can I order the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ all day?
Yes. It is on the regular menu, so it is available any time the drive-in is open.
How do I find the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ near me?
Use the Sonic app or the store locator to find your nearest drive-in, then order it at the stall or for pickup.
Can I order the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™ on the app?
Yes. You can order it in the Sonic app for drive-in pickup or delivery, and app-only deals sometimes apply.
What is in the Sonic Tropical Heat SONIC Smasher™?
Two juicy, hand-smashed patties made with Angus beef, stacked with melty pepper jack cheese and crispy bacon, topped with a Jalapeño Pineapple Glaze - bringing the perfect sweet-he
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