Competition does have its merits sometimes, especially when it could get you a free burrito. Boloco and Qdoba are fighting for customers today, encouraging deal seekers to trek through the snow for a warm burrito.

Every Wednesday, Harvard Square’s Qdoba gives its customers a chance to try their luck at a complimentary meal by rolling a die (though you usually have to ask for it). If you roll an odd number, your burrito could be free, but roll an even number and you'll have to pay for it.

At Boloco, there is no avoiding paying for a burrito (of any size), bowl, salad, or wrap, but if you buy something today, you can bring your receipt back on Thursday or Friday for a free meal of equal or lesser value.

According to an e-mail sent to its customers, Boloco is also promising that if 6,058 people make purchases at its New England restaurants today, the chain will celebrate its 13th Anniversary with a “Free Burrito Day."

Israel Martinez, manager of Boloco in Harvard Square, said these deals are a push to get people to weather the snow and come to Boloco.

“Get some courage and go outside…come in and join us in the restaurant here,” he said.