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Krisp vs Revel Systems

Krisp logo

Krisp

Software

AI-powered noise cancellation and background blur

From
Free
Rated
-
Revel Systems logo

Revel Systems

Software

Cloud-based iPad POS for enterprise

From
$99/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Krisp has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Krisp accent conversion is metered daily rather than monthly, at 1 hour a day on Core and 4 on Advanced; Revel Systems requires 3-year contract with high early termination fees making it difficult to cancel
  • They diverge on capability: Krisp covers AI noise cancellation, Revel Systems covers iPad POS.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Krisp and Revel Systems actually diverge.

Attributes where Krisp and Revel Systems differ
AttributeKrispRevel Systems
Starting priceFree$99/month
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Windows, Macos, LinuxiPad, Web
Founded20172010

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Krisp

  • AI noise cancellation
  • Background blur
  • Virtual backgrounds
  • Screen recording
  • Works with any app
  • Cross-platform
  • Zoom
  • Skype

Only in Revel Systems

  • iPad POS
  • Inventory management
  • CRM
  • Employee management
  • Delivery management
  • Multi-location management
  • QuickBooks
  • Xero

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Krisp

  • Removing background noise and echo from calls and recordingsnot Revel Systems
  • Transcribing meetings and generating AI notesnot Revel Systems

Revel Systems

  • Point of Salenot Krisp
  • Order Managementnot Krisp
  • Inventory Controlnot Krisp
  • Staff Schedulingnot Krisp

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Krisp

  • Accent conversion is metered daily rather than monthly, at 1 hour a day on Core and 4 on Advanced
  • There is no free tier, only a 7 day trial
  • Manager view, Salesforce integration and advanced admin controls require the Advanced plan at $30 per user per month
  • SSO, SCIM, HIPAA compliance and on device transcription are Enterprise only
  • The advertised $8 and $15 rates require annual billing, doubling to $16 and $30 monthly

Revel Systems

  • Requires 3-year contract with high early termination fees making it difficult to cancel
  • System crashes and glitches frequently, especially at high transaction volumes
  • Mandatory payment processing through Revel's Advantage processor with external processors heavily penalized
  • Customer support quality is poor with Level 1 support described as ineffective
  • Expensive upfront costs and numerous hidden fees for add-on features

Pricing, plan by plan

Krisp

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Noise cancellation
    • Background blur
    • 3 background videos
  • Pro$5/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Unlimited backgrounds
    • Recording

Revel Systems

$99/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Revel Systems review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Krisp if

  • You need ai noise cancellation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Macos, Linux.
  • You also want background blur.

Choose Revel Systems if

  • You need ipad pos.
  • You work on iPad, Web.
  • You also want inventory management.

Questions people ask

Is Krisp or Revel Systems better?
Neither clearly leads. Krisp starts at Free and Revel Systems at $99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Krisp or Revel Systems?
Krisp has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Krisp and $99/month for Revel Systems.
Does Krisp or Revel Systems run on more platforms?
Krisp runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Linux. Revel Systems runs on iPad, Web.
Can I use Krisp for free?
Yes. Krisp has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Revel Systems starts at $99/month.
What is Krisp best used for?
Krisp is most often used for removing background noise and echo from calls and recordings, transcribing meetings and generating ai notes. Of those, removing background noise and echo from calls and recordings and transcribing meetings and generating ai notes are not what Revel Systems is typically brought in for.
What can Krisp do that Revel Systems cannot?
Krisp covers AI noise cancellation, Background blur, Virtual backgrounds, Screen recording. Revel Systems covers iPad POS, Inventory management, CRM, Employee management.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Revel Systems: What does Revel Systems cost?

Revel pricing starts around $99 per month per terminal with a minimum 3-year contract requirement. Customers also pay for additional features like reporting, workforce management, integrations, and Advantage payment processing which is typically mandatory.

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Revel Systems: How long does implementation take?

Revel implementation typically takes 2-4 weeks, including hardware setup, menu configuration, staff training, and system integration.

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Revel Systems: What integrations does Revel support?

Revel integrates with multiple payment processors through Stripe and Square connectors, plus accounting, payroll, and ecommerce solutions. Payment gateways vary by region.

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Revel Systems: What are Revel's contract terms?

Revel requires a minimum 3-year contract with high early termination fees. Use of Revel's Advantage payment processing is typically mandatory, and using outside processors is heavily penalized or not allowed.

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