# Best Restaurant Management Software 2026 | Capterra

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# Best Restaurant Management Software

Last updated on July 23, 2026

How to find the right Restaurant Management Software?

Learn more from our team about Restaurant Management Software pricing features and benefits in our Restaurant Management Buyers Guide

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## What is restaurant management software?

Researched by: [Capterra](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/capterra/)

Updated on July 23, 2026

[Restaurant management software](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/) automates the daily workflows in a restaurant. Features include basic business needs, such as accounting, customer contact information, and supplier data, as well as restaurant-specific requirements such as guest management, order management, kitchen management, and table reservations.

The software also automates guest scheduling and inventory control. It integrates with point of sale (POS) tools to manage orders and billing processes.

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For more information consult our [Restaurant Management Buyers Guide](#buyers-guide-content)

## Toast POS

[4.1 (553)](https://www.capterra.com/p/136301/Toast-POS/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

Toast is an all-in-one POS and management system built to improve efficiency and dramatically cut costs. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/136301/Toast-POS/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Highly customizable and intuitive system
-   Comprehensive and evolving features
-   Frequent glitches and unresolved problems
-   Slow and unhelpful phone support

Starting price

$69.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free demo

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Order Entry4.6
-   Sales Reports4.4
-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.4
-   Online Ordering4.4

-   Wait List Management2.0
-   Table Management3.2
-   Mobile Access4.0
-   Electronic Payments3.9

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Matt C.

Music, 11-50 employees

> "Being able to adjust prices and buttons on the fly is helpful, as well as color coding them."

April 2, 2024

Ease of use

4.2 (553)

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Barrett D.

Hospitality, 11-50 employees

> "We also use the mobile options for bartenders so they can input the order in real-time while taking the order. Plus, the management options for Toast are very easy to learn and the layout is nicely organized."

November 10, 2025

Most popular Integrations

QuickBooks Online Advanced

4.4

Proliant

4.5

TapMango

4.8

Restaurant365

4.1

SevenRooms

4.4

Tock

3.4

Toast POS connects with 61+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/136301/Toast-POS/#integrations)

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Brian D.

Recreational Facilities and Services, 1-10 employees

> "We really like the integration to QBO using a third party tool."

January 20, 2025

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## TablesReady

[4.7 (66)](https://www.capterra.com/p/177074/TablesReady/reviews/)

What is this product about?

TablesReady is an SMS-powered waitlist and reservations platform. Simple enough for quick-service, robust enough for full-service. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/177074/TablesReady/)

Starting price

$39.00

Usage Based, Per Month

Free trial

Free demo

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Mobile Access5.0
-   Order Management4.8
-   Reporting & Statistics5.0
-   Reporting/Analytics4.5

-   Alerts/Notifications5.0
-   Reservations Management5.0
-   Sales Reports5.0
-   Employee Management5.0

Ease of use

4.8 (66)

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Laurie L.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "I can train a new staff member in a matter of minutes!"

August 12, 2024

Most popular Integrations

Stripe

4.6

Zapier

4.7

Square Payments

4.7

Google Maps

4.7

Helcim

3.8

TablesReady connects with 5+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/177074/TablesReady/#integrations)

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## Restaurant Systems Pro

[4.9 (57)](https://www.capterra.com/p/180564/SMART-Systems-Pro/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Join our 60 day program. We prove to you we do what we say. No one else in the market has our confidence. Just check our reviews. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/180564/SMART-Systems-Pro/)

Starting price

$99.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial

Free demo

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Mobile Access4.6
-   Purchase Order Management4.7
-   Alerts/Notifications5.0
-   Inventory Tracking4.6

-   Order Management4.7
-   Kitchen/Menu Management5.0
-   Employee Management5.0
-   Forecasting5.0

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Linda J.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "A live person from their office is available immediately at your fingertips to guide you through any problems you have. "

August 4, 2020

Ease of use

4.6 (57)

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Khatibur R.

Restaurants, 10,001+ employees

> "Customer service is very responsive calling over call or email there is someone ready to assist our teams."

September 8, 2023

Most popular Integrations

Toast POS

5.0

Genius

4.5

Restaurant Systems Pro connects with 2+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/180564/SMART-Systems-Pro/#integrations)

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## MarginEdge

[4.6 (47)](https://www.capterra.com/p/187718/MarginEdge/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

MarginEdge is a restaurant management software that uses POS integration and invoice data to show you your food costs in real-time. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/187718/MarginEdge/)

Starting price

$330.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free demo

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Sales Reports4.5
-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.3
-   Order Entry4.1
-   Mobile Access4.2

-   Electronic Payments4.0
-   Access Controls/Permissions3.8
-   Reporting/Analytics4.1
-   Order Management4.3

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Matt P.

Restaurants, 51-200 employees

> "MarginEdge makes it so simple and intuitive to manage your restaurant."

March 29, 2023

Ease of use

4.5 (47)

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Matt P.

Restaurants, 51-200 employees

> "Having immediate access to invoices purchase orders recipes, and sales information is critical in MarginEdge over delivers in both customer service, and helping us manage profitability on a day by day basis."

March 29, 2023

Most popular Integrations

Xero

4.4

Square Point of Sale

4.6

QuickBooks Desktop

4.4

QuickBooks Online Advanced

4.4

Sage Intacct

4.0

Clover

3.8

MarginEdge connects with 39+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/187718/MarginEdge/#integrations)

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Trish F.

Accounting, 1-10 employees

> "MarginEdge eliminates so much data entry, tracking down invoices, tracking down item prices, integrates with so many POS systems, integrates with QuickBooks Online and the Bill Pay service is AMAZING!!"

October 20, 2020

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## SmartLynx

[4.3 (10)](https://www.capterra.com/p/125701/SmartLynx/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Integrated back-office software built to improve restaurant profitability. Manage labor, control food costs and increase sales. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/125701/SmartLynx/)

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Reporting/Analytics4.0
-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.2
-   Sales Reports4.0
-   Inventory Tracking4.7

-   Built-in Accounting3.7
-   Third-Party Integrations3.5
-   Mobile Access4.0
-   Real-Time Notifications4.0

Ease of use

4.1 (10)

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## Tripleseat

[4.7 (574)](https://www.capterra.com/p/118047/Tripleseat/reviews/)

88% recommend

What is this product about?

Tripleseat is an easy-to-use sales and event management platform that will increase your bookings and streamline the planning process. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/118047/Tripleseat/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Streamlined daily workflow experience
-   Integrated client communication hub
-   Email delivery and usability issues
-   Cumbersome menu editing process

Starting price

Not available

Free demo

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Real-Time Data4.7
-   Third-Party Integrations4.7
-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.3
-   Customizable Branding5.0

-   Reporting/Analytics3.0
-   Real-Time Reporting4.0
-   Order Management5.0
-   Reporting & Statistics5.0

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Lolita A.

Non-Profit Organization Management, 51-200 employees

> "User friendly, easy to understand, does most of the basic CRM things I need."

May 14, 2025

Ease of use

4.6 (574)

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Danny B.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "It helps with the whole event process from lead generation, managing the event itself, and the whole financial side from taking payments to reporting information."

July 24, 2025

Most popular Integrations

Mailchimp

4.5

Google Calendar

4.5

Constant Contact

4.3

Microsoft Outlook

5.0

Meta for Business

4.4

OpenTable

4.8

Tripleseat connects with 31+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/118047/Tripleseat/#integrations)

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Maxwell P.

Hospitality, 11-50 employees

> "The absolute standout feature for us is the integration with Opera PMS."

January 21, 2026

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## Now Book It

[4.9 (101)](https://www.capterra.com/p/220182/Now-Book-It/reviews/)

99% recommend

What is this product about?

Now Book It streamlines restaurant reservations, table management, & customer engagement, helping restaurants enhance guest experiences [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/220182/Now-Book-It/)

Starting price

Not available

Free demo

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Electronic Payments4.6
-   Real-Time Data4.8
-   Mobile Access3.8
-   Activity Dashboard4.8

-   AI Copilot3.0
-   Real-Time Reporting4.1
-   Customizable Branding4.5
-   Performance Metrics4.0

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Charlie S.

Hospitality, 51-200 employees

> "Value for Money, Easy service and customer interface, It allows us to take booking easily and fulfil our customers needs"

April 13, 2026

Ease of use

4.8 (101)

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Daniel R.

Hospitality, 11-50 employees

> "It’s a reliable system that handles the day-to-day booking flow across multiple venues without creating extra admin or friction for the team."

April 21, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Google Analytics 360

4.7

Instagram

5.0

Stripe

4.7

eWay-CRM

4.5

Lightspeed

4.0

Google My Business Post Scheduler

4.6

Now Book It connects with 20+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/220182/Now-Book-It/#integrations)

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Olivier L.

Hospitality, 51-200 employees

> "The table management, customer database, voucher system, and POS integration are working in unisson."

June 6, 2025

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[## OpenTable](https://www.capterra.com/p/17313/OpenTable-for-Restaurants/)

[4.7 (1321)](https://www.capterra.com/p/17313/OpenTable-for-Restaurants/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

THE restaurant management platform to help you fill seats, run smoother shifts, grow guest relationships, and drive more revenue. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/17313/OpenTable-for-Restaurants/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Comprehensive reservation management
-   Streamlined reservation process
-   Needs more frequent updates
-   High cost for businesses

Starting price

$149.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Mobile Access4.8
-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.5
-   Order Entry4.4
-   Online Ordering5.0

-   Real-Time Analytics1.0
-   Alerts/Notifications4.0
-   Employee Management3.0
-   Order Management4.5

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Michelle H.

Individual & Family Services, 51-200 employees

> "Very user friendly and a great app."

March 26, 2024

Ease of use

4.7 (1,321)

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Radha S.

Legal Services, 51-200 employees

> "The platform makes managing reservations straightforward for both guests and staff, and its large, established user base helps drive consistent visibility and bookings."

May 5, 2026

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[## When I Work](https://www.capterra.com/p/121248/When-I-Work/)

[4.5 (1298)](https://www.capterra.com/p/121248/When-I-Work/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Employee scheduling solution that helps businesses manage schedules, track working time, monitor attendance & communicate with workers. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/121248/When-I-Work/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Streamlined shift management
-   Intuitive and accessible design
-   Frequent glitches and instability
-   Unreliable and excessive alerts

Starting price

$2.50

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Mobile Access5.0
-   Accounting Integration5.0
-   Forecasting5.0
-   Reporting/Analytics5.0

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Lauren H.

Veterinary, 11-50 employees

> "Value for the money, the customer support, the ease of use, the user interface, the features to track absences and days off requested, reporting, employee management and just a nice format for setting up schedules"

August 8, 2025

Ease of use

4.5 (1,298)

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Stenie O.

Food & Beverages, 11-50 employees

> "When I work is great for time tracking, team communication, and saving time on scheduling. Plus, you can make your business schedule ahead of time, and with its calendar and appointment options, employees can swap their schedule as well."

March 10, 2026

Most popular Integrations

PayPal

4.6

QuickBooks Online

4.2

Gusto

4.1

Google Calendar

4.8

Zapier

4.0

Meta for Business

4.4

When I Work connects with 19+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/121248/When-I-Work/#integrations)

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Cameron D.

Sporting Goods, 1-10 employees

> "Integration with quickbooks is a breeze."

May 25, 2023

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[## 7shifts](https://www.capterra.com/p/123038/7shifts-Restaurant-Scheduling/)

[4.7 (1212)](https://www.capterra.com/p/123038/7shifts-Restaurant-Scheduling/reviews/)

86% recommend

What is this product about?

7shifts centralizes onboarding, scheduling, time clocking, compliance, tips, and payroll for your restaurant team. Free for 14 days! [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/123038/7shifts-Restaurant-Scheduling/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and user-friendly design
-   Centralized team communication tools
-   Frequent glitches and disruptions
-   Unreliable notifications system

Starting price

$39.99

Other, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Mobile Access4.5
-   Alerts/Notifications4.7
-   Reporting/Analytics4.7
-   Real-Time Notifications4.6

-   Third-Party Integrations4.2
-   Forecasting4.3
-   Real-Time Updates4.4
-   Real-Time Analytics4.6

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Chris B.

Hospitality, 11-50 employees

> "For my specific job I like seeing all my coworker’s info and weekly shifts though it is difficult to navigate throughout the app and switching shifts."

January 3, 2025

Ease of use

4.7 (1,212)

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Cory R.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, 501-1,000 employees

> "Built-in messaging, group chats, and announcement features streamline team communication, reducing the need for multiple apps, phone calls, and texts."

December 4, 2025

Most popular Integrations

Paycor

4.3

Paylocity

4.3

Paycom

4.4

Genius

4.5

Heartland Payments+

4.3

Auris

4.3

7shifts connects with 60+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/123038/7shifts-Restaurant-Scheduling/#integrations)

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Ashley E.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "The process to integrate with the other platforms that we use was also very simple."

January 24, 2024

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[## Deputy](https://www.capterra.com/p/167811/Deputy/)

[4.6 (773)](https://www.capterra.com/p/167811/Deputy/reviews/)

80% recommend

What is this product about?

Web-based solution that helps businesses schedule staff, track time & attendance, manage leave, export timesheets to payroll, and more. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/167811/Deputy/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and customizable design
-   Efficient and flexible scheduling
-   Frequent glitches and slowdowns
-   Challenging leave and break management

Starting price

$6.50

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Mobile Access4.0
-   Multi-Location5.0
-   Real-Time Notifications5.0
-   Reporting/Analytics5.0

-   Third-Party Integrations4.0
-   Accounting Integration4.5
-   Point of Sale (POS)5.0
-   Real-Time Data5.0

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Mel P.

Entertainment, 501-1,000 employees

> "It was very easy to use and the user interface was simple for the user to figure things out their own."

February 23, 2026

Ease of use

4.5 (773)

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Radha S.

Legal Services, 51-200 employees

> "The app offers strong functionality for scheduling, timekeeping, and staff management. While there was a learning curve at first, it performed well once set up and in regular use."

April 22, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Gusto

4.6

Zapier

4.7

LastPass

3.5

Microsoft Outlook

4.5

QuickBooks Online Advanced

4.4

Lightspeed Retail

4.0

Deputy connects with 53+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/167811/Deputy/#integrations)

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Sasan M.

Health, Wellness and Fitness, 11-50 employees

> "great User interface, lots of integration options ( ours doesn't work well ), fairly snappy"

November 7, 2022

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[## Epos Now](https://www.capterra.com/p/152638/Epos-Now/)

[3.8 (726)](https://www.capterra.com/p/152638/Epos-Now/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Build the Restaurant of tomorrow, today. Evolve your business with the future of POS technology. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/152638/Epos-Now/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and accessible system
-   Quick and supported implementation
-   Challenging contract termination
-   Concerns about business practices

Starting price

$349.00

Flat Rate, One Time

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Real-Time Data4.8
-   Mobile Access4.0
-   Sales Reports5.0
-   Activity Dashboard3.8

-   Electronic Payments3.0
-   Barcode/Ticket Scanning3.0
-   Customer Database3.0
-   Promotions Management3.0

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David M.

Food & Beverages, 1-10 employees

> "As a beginner it was easy to use and set up once i had had a little practice using the system The new look which enables products to be displayed is much better"

July 31, 2025

Ease of use

3.8 (726)

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Mark G.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "The annual fee for our multiple tills is very reasonable and the software is comprehensive, allowing for detailed sales reporting, staff login, timesheet and payroll recording and much more."

September 11, 2025

Most popular Integrations

Salesforce Sales Cloud

4.4

Mailchimp

4.5

Gmail

4.8

QuickBooks Online

5.0

Eventbrite

4.6

Xero

3.5

Epos Now connects with 24+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/152638/Epos-Now/#integrations)

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Phil G.

Retail, 1-10 employees

> "The integration with Xero also works seamlessly, which has been a great help for our accounting."

July 16, 2025

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[## Restroworks](https://www.capterra.com/p/142877/Restroworks/)

[4.9 (646)](https://www.capterra.com/p/142877/Restroworks/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

Unified restaurant technology platform for enterprise chains. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/142877/Restroworks/)

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Sales Reports4.9
-   Order Management4.9
-   Reporting/Analytics4.9
-   Online Ordering4.9

-   Employee Management1.0
-   Alerts/Notifications4.3
-   Discount Management3.8
-   Time Clock3.0

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Shabreena M.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "Billing interface is very easy to understand that supports fast customer assistance."

March 30, 2026

Ease of use

4.9 (646)

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Raju K.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "Restroworks POS systems consolidate orders from dine-in, takeout, and third-party delivery apps like Swiggy or Zomato into a single dashboard, reducing the chaos of managing multiple apps or tablets."

February 4, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Xero

4.4

NetSuite

4.2

7shifts

4.7

Hotelogix

4.8

TallyPrime

4.9

Zomato for Business

4.9

Restroworks connects with 10+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/142877/Restroworks/#integrations)

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Sumit G.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "Restroworks Pos application is a full fledged software where you can integrate all type of online aggregator or payments integrations as well"

March 8, 2026

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[## Clover](https://www.capterra.com/p/226864/Clover/)

[3.8 (576)](https://www.capterra.com/p/226864/Clover/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Cloud-based point-of-sale and payments system that integrates the functions of a cash register, card payment terminal, and more. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/226864/Clover/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and simple operation
-   Modern mobile device experience
-   Consistently poor user experiences
-   Unreliable phone support service

Starting price

Not available

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Barcode/Ticket Scanning1.0
-   Electronic Payments1.0
-   Reporting/Analytics1.0
-   Sales Reports1.0

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Nida I.

Apparel & Fashion, 51-200 employees

> "Its user-friendly interface and extensive customization options allow businesses to tailor the system to their specific needs."

September 13, 2024

Ease of use

4.0 (576)

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Nida I.

Apparel & Fashion, 51-200 employees

> "The Clover system offers a range of hardware options and a customizable software platform that can be tailored to fit the specific needs of various types of businesses, from retail to restaurants."

September 13, 2024

Most popular Integrations

Mailchimp

4.5

Docusign

4.7

Shopify

4.0

Gusto

4.6

Xero

4.4

Constant Contact

4.3

Clover connects with 9+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/226864/Clover/#integrations)

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Amy D.

Veterinary, 1-10 employees

> "great would definitely recommend especially if it is integrated with software"

January 31, 2025

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[## CAKE POS](https://www.capterra.com/p/143463/Cake-POS/)

[4.6 (522)](https://www.capterra.com/p/143463/Cake-POS/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

CAKE Point of Sale maximizes restaurant management with software connecting the front of the house to the back. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/143463/Cake-POS/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Streamlined daily operations
-   Quick onboarding and training
-   Unreliable card processing
-   Challenging payment structure

Starting price

$69.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Sales Reports4.9
-   Reporting/Analytics4.8
-   Order Entry4.8
-   Reporting & Statistics4.7

-   Electronic Payments4.0
-   Order Management4.1
-   Discount Management4.0
-   Real-Time Reporting4.0

Ease of use

4.7 (522)

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Billy W.

Restaurants, 1-10 employees

> "I really like being able to input items on the POS.And not having to use my laptop every time I want to run a special or change a price."

August 27, 2024

Most popular Integrations

PayPal

4.6

Xero

4.4

7shifts

4.0

QuickBooks Online Advanced

5.0

DoorDash for Merchants

1.0

Restaurant365

4.1

CAKE POS connects with 17+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/143463/Cake-POS/#integrations)

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Jay B.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "The integration with Uber Eats is a game changer for us! "

December 20, 2024

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[## HotSchedules](https://www.capterra.com/p/52611/HotSchedules/)

[4.4 (461)](https://www.capterra.com/p/52611/HotSchedules/reviews/)

What is this product about?

HotSchedules by Fourth delivers smart, compliant scheduling that cuts costs, saves time, and gives teams the flexibility they need. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/52611/HotSchedules/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Comprehensive restaurant scheduling platform
-   Streamlined staff management processes
-   Frequent glitches and slowdowns

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Reporting/Analytics5.0
-   Mobile Access4.3
-   Alerts/Notifications5.0
-   Point of Sale (POS)5.0

-   Real-Time Notifications5.0
-   Access Controls/Permissions5.0
-   Employee Management5.0
-   Real-Time Updates5.0

Ease of use

4.3 (461)

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Leahya W.

Food & Beverages, 1,001-5,000 employees

> "The best part about HotSchedules is the ability to block out certain dates from being requested off by employees."

January 12, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Toast POS

4.0

Revel Systems

3.6

Genius

4.5

Aloha EPOS

4.3

Ottimate

4.0

Squirrel POS

3.9

Silverware Avrio

2.9

RPOWER

4.9

onePOS

2.9

HotSchedules connects with 18+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/52611/HotSchedules/#integrations)

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[## TouchBistro](https://www.capterra.com/p/140677/TouchBistro/)

[3.8 (412)](https://www.capterra.com/p/140677/TouchBistro/reviews/)

What is this product about?

TouchBistro is an all-in-one, cloud-based POS and restaurant management system that enables operators to grow their businesses. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/140677/TouchBistro/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and accessible platform
-   Quick staff onboarding process
-   Unreliable technical support services
-   Consistently negative user experiences

Starting price

$69.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Order Entry4.0
-   Order Management4.0
-   Point of Sale (POS)4.0
-   Online Ordering3.5

-   Mobile Access1.5
-   Sales Reports3.5
-   Kitchen/Menu Management3.3
-   Stock Management1.0

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Mike W.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "It was a very good system while in use, the ease of adding chairs to tables, and the simplicity of swiping left to remove items was great."

February 11, 2026

Ease of use

4.0 (412)

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Mike W.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "It was a very good system while in use, the ease of adding chairs to tables, and the simplicity of swiping left to remove items was great."

February 11, 2026

Most popular Integrations

PayPal

4.6

Xero

4.4

Square Point of Sale

4.6

7shifts

4.6

QuickBooks Online Advanced

5.0

Square for Retail

4.7

Marketman

4.7

Worldpay for Enterprise

3.3

EVO Payments

1.6

TouchBistro connects with 17+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/140677/TouchBistro/#integrations)

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[## SpotOn](https://www.capterra.com/p/197473/SpotOn-Restaurant/)

[4.2 (370)](https://www.capterra.com/p/197473/SpotOn-Restaurant/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Helping you run your restaurant seamlessly, so you can focus on what really matters—creating exceptional guest and staff experiences. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/197473/SpotOn-Restaurant/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and accessible interface
-   Efficient staff management tools
-   Frequent technical glitches
-   Slow and inconsistent phone support

Starting price

$99.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Electronic Payments4.6
-   Sales Reports4.7
-   Order Entry4.2
-   Reporting/Analytics5.0

-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.2
-   Gift Card Management4.2
-   Order Management4.2
-   Customizable Branding4.3

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Caitlin H.

Hospitality, 51-200 employees

> "The POS interface in incredibly intuitive and therefore makes training employees easy and efficient."

August 10, 2023

Ease of use

4.2 (370)

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Radha S.

Legal Services, 51-200 employees

> "The platform combines POS, online ordering, reservations, marketing, and reporting in a way that feels cohesive and practical for day‑to‑day operations."

May 5, 2026

Most popular Integrations

PayPal

4.6

Venmo

4.7

Paycor

4.3

Paylocity

4.3

Paycom

4.4

QuickBooks Online Advanced

4.4

SpotOn connects with 26+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/197473/SpotOn-Restaurant/#integrations)

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Zoe C.

Restaurants, 11-50 employees

> "I also appreciate how everything is intertwined if you go with the whole package - POS, Reserve, & Teamwork."

September 22, 2024

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[## Yelp Guest Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/130358/Yelp-Reservations/)

[4.5 (336)](https://www.capterra.com/p/130358/Yelp-Reservations/reviews/)

80% recommend

What is this product about?

Simplify FOH busywork while growing your following with our high-intent network, so you can focus on the guest. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/130358/Yelp-Reservations/)

Starting price

$99.00

Per Month

Most popular features

-   Sales Reports
-   Order Management
-   Reporting/Analytics
-   Order Entry
-   Online Ordering
-   Kitchen/Menu Management
-   Point of Sale (POS)
-   Inventory Management
-   Real-Time Notifications
-   Employee Management
-   Billing & Invoicing
-   Reservations Management

Ease of use

4.6 (336)

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Mariah S.

Real Estate, 1-10 employees

> "I love the pics that users can submit and I love the feature that allows me to pick a specific area on the map and 'search this area' for a specific place."

October 7, 2021

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[## Square Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/275800/Square-Online/)

[4.6 (331)](https://www.capterra.com/p/275800/Square-Online/reviews/)

85% recommend

What is this product about?

Square Online allows small & medium-sized sellers to grow their business with a professional eCommerce website & integrated tools [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/275800/Square-Online/)

Starting price

$49.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Credit Card Processing4.5
-   Kitchen/Menu Management4.5
-   Mobile Access4.5
-   Order Entry4.5

-   Social Promotion1.0
-   Loyalty Program3.0
-   Multi-Location3.0
-   Reporting/Analytics3.0

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Verified Reviewer

Management Consulting, 1-10 employees

> "Overall, they offer a robust service suite with sleek POS tools, a clean end-user UI, strong inventory management, and offer a strong, trusted brand name in the market."

September 13, 2023

Ease of use

4.6 (331)

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Lake M.

Non-Profit Organization Management, 1-10 employees

> "This makes sales online, over the phone, through invoice, or on-site at events a breeze, and the platform is easy enough that anyone on my team can use it with their user/team options."

March 26, 2026

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[## Lavu](https://www.capterra.com/p/118828/Lavu/)

[4.2 (259)](https://www.capterra.com/p/118828/Lavu/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

Lavu is a point-of-sale system for restaurants and bars that streamlines operations and enhances customer experiences. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/118828/Lavu/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and simple interface
-   Flexible order and menu options
-   Frequent technical disruptions

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Order Entry4.8
-   Sales Reports4.5
-   Electronic Payments4.8
-   Order Management4.7

-   Reporting/Analytics3.3
-   Online Ordering3.8
-   Inventory Management3.7
-   Customizable Reports4.0

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Laura G.

Food & Beverages, 1-10 employees

> "Responsive too!"

May 11, 2023

Ease of use

4.3 (259)

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Rique R.

Food & Beverages, 1-10 employees

> "Honestly, this is a fantastic option for tour positions, offering a seamless transition from banking to the comprehensive management of the entire system."

March 24, 2026

Most popular Integrations

PayPal

1.0

QuickBooks Online

4.3

Xero

4.4

Square Point of Sale

4.6

Paychex Flex

4.2

OpenTable

4.7

Lavu connects with 20+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/118828/Lavu/#integrations)

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Chintada Venkata P.

Restaurants, 1-10 employees

> "Its really great to get service from \[sensitive content hidden\] and the way you support us since the beginning with golden patience which means alot to us and your dedication towards us even on your work off time still responded to my each and every mail time to time makes us feel like lavu is best guest support and special thanks behalf of my team for helping us in menu drive setup and otter integration."

July 14, 2023

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[## Aloha Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/254668/Aloha-Cloud/)

[3.7 (224)](https://www.capterra.com/p/254668/Aloha-Cloud/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Get everything you need, from pos systems to kitchen - to delight your guests and staff, grow your business and make your life easier. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/254668/Aloha-Cloud/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Intuitive and simple operation
-   Unresponsive customer service
-   Frequent technical problems

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Order Management4.0
-   Sales Reports3.8
-   Billing & Invoicing5.0

Ease of use

4.0 (224)

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Domonkos V.

Research, 51-200 employees

> "The program helps in managing sales, where invoices are processed."

April 25, 2024

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[## Lightspeed Restaurant](https://www.capterra.com/p/211849/Lightspeed-Resturant/)

[4.4 (215)](https://www.capterra.com/p/211849/Lightspeed-Resturant/reviews/)

What is this product about?

This POS provides restaurants with the taste of efficiency! Track sales, train employees & take orders from anywhere using an iPad. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/211849/Lightspeed-Resturant/)

Starting price

$69.00

Other, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Reporting/Analytics5.0
-   Sales Reports4.7
-   Multi-Location5.0
-   Credit Card Processing4.5

-   Electronic Payments1.0
-   Point of Sale (POS)2.0
-   API3.0
-   Reporting & Statistics4.0

Ease of use

4.4 (215)

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Imtiaz A.

Human Resources, 11-50 employees

> "We are already seeing the benefits of the increased speed during busy shifts."

May 14, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Cloudbeds

4.3

Frontdesk Anywhere

4.4

Flipdish

4.8

Marketman

4.7

Combo

4.7

Rotaready Evo

4.7

Lightspeed Restaurant connects with 30+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/211849/Lightspeed-Resturant/#integrations)

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Yuri A.

Information Technology and Services, 1-10 employees

> "We're integrating with Lightspeed and my experience is that they've put a great product on the market."

September 15, 2023

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[## Gofrugal](https://www.capterra.com/p/71693/GoFrugal-POS-Software/)

[4.4 (198)](https://www.capterra.com/p/71693/GoFrugal-POS-Software/reviews/)

What is this product about?

ERP made easy for Restaurant businesses Plan your production based on orders, reducing inventory wastage & pilferage [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/71693/GoFrugal-POS-Software/)

Starting price

$7.00

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Sales Reports
-   Order Management
-   Reporting/Analytics
-   Order Entry
-   Online Ordering
-   Kitchen/Menu Management
-   Point of Sale (POS)
-   Inventory Management
-   Real-Time Notifications
-   Employee Management
-   Billing & Invoicing
-   Reservations Management

Ease of use

4.4 (198)

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Verified Reviewer

Food & Beverages, 11-50 employees

> "Rej the ag technologies bangalore are the best solution partners and they serve pan india and great response for suppor and quiries ."

May 11, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Shopify

4.5

Adobe Commerce

4.3

SAP S/4HANA Cloud

4.3

Razorpay

3.6

Tallium

4.9

MobilityeCommerce

4.0

Gofrugal connects with 6+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/71693/GoFrugal-POS-Software/#integrations)

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[## Genius](https://www.capterra.com/p/195074/Genius/)

[4.5 (196)](https://www.capterra.com/p/195074/Genius/reviews/)

[Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/shortlist/)

What is this product about?

Fast, reliable and built for scale, Genius is a cloud POS that helps businesses deliver best-in-class customer experiences. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/195074/Genius/)

Starting price

$89.00

Other, Per Month

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Reporting/Analytics4.9
-   Online Ordering4.9
-   Alerts/Notifications4.9
-   Order Management4.9

-   Electronic Payments4.5
-   Billing & Invoicing4.7
-   Order Entry4.7
-   Access Controls/Permissions4.7

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Nithusha V.

Human Resources, 1-10 employees

> "It's reliable, easy to navigate, and helps streamline orders, payments, and inventory tracking."

March 4, 2025

Ease of use

4.6 (196)

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Olivia C.

Apparel & Fashion, 11-50 employees

> "I like that it combines key functions such as order management, payments, reporting, and staff controls into one system, which helps streamline daily workflows."

January 2, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Mailchimp

4.5

7shifts

4.7

Klaviyo

4.6

BigCommerce

5.0

Kangaroo

4.9

DoorDash for Merchants

4.0

GrubHub

4.3

KickFin

4.9

Postmates

4.5

Genius connects with 34+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/195074/Genius/#integrations)

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Table of Contents

-   [The benefits of restaurant management software](#the-benefits-of-restaurant-management-software)
-   [Typical features of restaurant management software](#typical-features-of-restaurant-management-software)
-   [The cost of restaurant management software](#the-cost-of-restaurant-management-software)
-   [Considerations when purchasing restaurant management software](#considerations-when-purchasing-restaurant-management-software)
-   [Relevant restaurant management software trends](#relevant-restaurant-management-software-trends)

## The benefits of restaurant management software

-   **Enhances customer experience:** A foundational pillar for the growth of the food industry is to enhance the customer experience and build a good relationship with them. Modern restaurant management software improves the consumer experience by providing online table bookings, real-time visibility into table availability at the restaurant, and mobile payment options. 
-   **Improves staff communication and coordination:** With modern restaurant management software in place, waiters can coordinate with back-end and front-end staff, keeping everyone in sync. Waiters can use handheld devices to communicate with kitchen staff about orders, which reduces wait time. They can also transmit transaction information to the cashier for accurate billing. 

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## Typical features of restaurant management software

-   **Table management:** Assigns staff to each table and coordinates the table service.
    
-   **Billing and invoicing:** Creates and manages monetary transactions, such as bills and invoices for clients, suppliers, and customers. 
-   **Reservation management:** Allows online table booking from a web browser or an app. Helps you manage table reservations, resources, and staff based on the bookings received.
    
-   **Inventory management:** Tracks, manages, and controls the quantity and supply of resources to maintain optimal levels of stock. Generates reports that detail food costs and current pricing of various items.
    
-   **Kitchen management:** Streamlines communication between staff and the kitchen. Performs a kitchen inventory audit based on orders received. Ensures food quality, safety, and that all the equipment is working properly.
    
-   **Menu management:** Allows real-time inventory monitoring so that you can build a menu accordingly.
    

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## The cost of restaurant management software

Most products in the market are priced on a “per terminal/location/outlet, per month” basis and can be divided into the following three pricing tiers based on their starting price:

**Price ranges\*:**

-   $45 - $57
    
-   $57 - $76
    
-   $76+
    

_\*The pricing included is for the entry-level/lowest priced offering that was found on vendor websites on January 28, 2019. These ranges correspond to the 25th, 75th, and 100th percentile of the pricing information gathered from vendor websites of sample products._

This list summarizes pricing for the base plans of most products. An enterprise or premium product, which is priced higher, may include some additional features such as store-level reporting, CRM, e-menu browser, enterprise management, and menu management.

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## Considerations when purchasing restaurant management software

-   **Scalability:** Restaurant management software shouldn’t be a quick purchase—keep in mind the long-term results and your future needs. You may plan to expand your restaurant into a chain or franchise in the future, which requires the software to be scalable and compatible. Some important features you’ll need to scale up are mobility, bandwidth, advanced analytics, and multi-branch add-ons. 
-   **Inventory control:** Managing inventory and minimizing food waste, spoilage, and overproduction are major concerns of restaurant managers. Software tracks inventory to prevent overstocking. Integrating an inventory management module can help you track real-time inventory depletion and generate automatic purchase orders.
    
-   **Ordering and payment options:** Restaurants are adopting ordering and payment features that employ new tech. Using handheld devices to take orders and mobile phones to make payments are two highly beneficial and useful upgrades. As most customers prefer tableside order and bill signing, consider adding these options.
    
-   **Reporting capabilities:** Data-driven software provides managers with clear visibility into the inventory, menus, guests, employees, and other aspects of the restaurant. But it’s also vital to analyze this data and gain insights for decision-making. Consider adding data mining, analytics, and reporting tools to your restaurant management software, which will help restaurant managers reduce costs and increase revenue.
    

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## Relevant restaurant management software trends

-   [**AI is taking customer service to the next level:**](https://www.capterra.com/resources/top-5-small-business-tech-trends/) Restaurants can collect customer information and other data, which can be [analyzed to decipher food trends](https://www.forbes.com/sites/lanabandoim/2018/12/18/top-food-technology-trends-you-will-see-in-2019/#338547f75a7e) and consumer habits. Artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to play a large role in the food industry in the coming years. It can help restaurants extract customer information, analyze it, and develop menus as per customer preferences. Use it to enhance the customer experience and expectations, which in turn, increases revenue and profits. 
-   [**Mobile payments reshaping payment technology:**](https://www.posist.com/restaurant-times/posist-product/restaurant-technology-trends.html) Conventional payment methods are being replaced by new technologies. The increasing use of smartphones makes it convenient for many customers to use digital channels for payments. In fact, the estimated volume of [mobile payments grew to 75% in 2018](https://revelsystems.com/blog/2018/01/06/2018-restaurant-technology-trends-watch/). 

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**Sources**

Products evaluated for the pricing calculation were taken from [Capterra’s restaurant management category page](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/). The pricing ranges exclude freemium versions of the products. The features highlighted were identified based on their relevance and the percentage of products in [Capterra’s directory](https://www.capterra.com/restaurant-management-software/) that offer them.

The following sources were used for this document:

-   [Top 5 Tech Trends for Small Business, Capterra](https://www.capterra.com/resources/top-5-small-business-tech-trends/) (Date accessed: January 28, 2019)
    
-   [Top food technology trends you will see in 2019, Forbes](https://www.forbes.com/sites/lanabandoim/2018/12/18/top-food-technology-trends-you-will-see-in-2019/#4f1963925a7e) (Date accessed: January 28, 2019)
    
-   [The 2018 restaurant technology trends to watch out for, Revelsystems](https://revelsystems.com/blog/2018/01/06/2018-restaurant-technology-trends-watch/) (Date accessed: January 28, 2019)