How OrderNow Compares to Other Restaurant Management Platforms
Most restaurant software solves one problem. OrderNow connects the full workflow — from the guest's first menu scan to kitchen execution, payment, stock and management reporting — in one platform with 0% order commission.
What OrderNow includes vs. typical single-purpose tools
Many restaurants end up running separate subscriptions for their digital menu, POS, inventory and reservations. OrderNow combines all of these in one connected platform so order data, stock levels and guest information stay in sync automatically.
| Feature | OrderNow | QR Menu Only Tools | Delivery Aggregators | Traditional POS Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital QR Menu | ✓ Full interactive menu | ✓ Core feature | ~ Basic listing only | ✗ Not included |
| Online Ordering | ✓ QR, web, staff entry | ~ Varies by tool | ✓ Via their marketplace | ✗ Typically not |
| Restaurant POS | ✓ Web-based, full billing | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included | ✓ Core feature |
| Kitchen Order Tickets (KOT) | ✓ KOT + KDS support | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included | ~ Some systems |
| Food Inventory Management | ✓ Recipes, stock, GRN | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included | ~ Basic in some |
| Table Reservations | ✓ Bookings and status | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included | ✗ Rare |
| Hotel Guest Ordering | ✓ Room, pool, villa | ✗ Not designed for hotels | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included |
| Chain / Franchise Management | ✓ Central menu, branch reports | ✗ Not included | ✗ Not included | ~ Some enterprise tiers |
| CRM & Loyalty | ✓ Guest profiles, rewards | ✗ Not included | ~ Platform-owned data | ~ Add-on in some |
| Analytics & Reports | ✓ Sales, items, outlets | ~ Basic view counts | ~ Aggregator-side only | ✓ Sales reports |
| Order Commission | 0% — flat subscription | Varies | 15–30% per order | 0% — flat or license |
| Guest App Required | No — browser-based | No — most are browser | Yes — their app | N/A |
What makes OrderNow the right choice
The differences that matter most when choosing a restaurant management platform.
0% Order Commission
OrderNow charges a flat subscription — no per-order percentage. Delivery aggregators take 15–30% of every order. At volume, that difference is significant.
One Connected System
Menu, ordering, POS, kitchen, inventory and reporting share the same data. No syncing between separate tools. No missed updates between modules.
No Guest App Required
Guests scan and order from their phone browser instantly. No app download barrier that reduces conversion before an order is even placed.
Built for Hotels Too
OrderNow is one of the few platforms with a dedicated hotel guest ordering module for room service, poolside and villa ordering with department routing.
Chains Without Enterprise Overhead
Multi-location management, central menu control and branch-level reporting are available without requiring large enterprise contracts or custom implementations.
Modular from Day One
Start with just a digital menu. Add POS, inventory, reservations or chain management when you need them — without switching platforms or migrating data.
Common questions about switching to OrderNow
Is OrderNow a good alternative for restaurants that want both a QR menu and a POS?
Yes. OrderNow is built specifically for this. Orders placed via QR appear in the POS queue and route to the kitchen through the same workflow — no manual handoffs between separate systems.
Can OrderNow replace our current delivery aggregator setup?
OrderNow handles your own-channel digital ordering (QR, web, counter) with 0% commission. For third-party delivery listings, aggregators still manage their own marketplace — OrderNow complements by handling your direct orders profitably.
How does OrderNow handle data ownership?
Your customer data, menu data and order history belong to your restaurant — not a marketplace platform. OrderNow does not resell your guest data or use it for aggregator marketing.
See how OrderNow fits your restaurant
Start free and explore the platform, or request a guided demo tailored to your business type, service model and current operational setup.
No setup fees. No per-order commission. Cancel anytime.