Software · head to head
Rezku POS vs SpotOn
The short version
- Only Rezku POS has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Rezku POS platform exclusivity: only available on iPad, excluding Android, Windows, and other platforms limiting deployment flexibility; SpotOn credit card processing issues with handheld devices reported by users
- They diverge on capability: Rezku POS covers Table management, SpotOn covers Cloud POS.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Rezku POS and SpotOn actually diverge.
Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), 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 Rezku POS
- Table management
- Kitchen display
- Delivery management
- Inventory
- Uber Eats
- Grubhub
Only in SpotOn
- Cloud POS
- Reservations
- Loyalty programs
- Marketing tools
- Yelp
- Web support
- Android support
Both cover
- Online ordering
- Reporting
- DoorDash
- QuickBooks
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Rezku POS
- Point of Sale
- Order Management
- Inventory Control
- Staff Scheduling
SpotOn
- Point of Sale
- Order Management
- Inventory Control
- Staff Scheduling
Both are used for point of sale, order management, inventory control, staff scheduling, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Rezku POS
- Platform exclusivity: only available on iPad, excluding Android, Windows, and other platforms limiting deployment flexibility
- Payment processing lock-in: requires use of Rezku Pay proprietary payment processing with no ability to negotiate rates or switch
- Hardware reliability issues: card readers have 30-day warranty with frequent connectivity issues and premature failures
- Limited integration options: the list of integrations is solid but shorter than competitors with less third-party support
- No free trial: requires sales team demos rather than offering self-service trial access
SpotOn
- Credit card processing issues with handheld devices reported by users
- System crashes and lost tickets in high-volume restaurants
- Customer tabs can disappear from system, resulting in lost revenue
- Menu edits live only in back office; no real-time updates to handhelds
- Limited hardware options with no direct accessory purchases available
Pricing, plan by plan
Rezku POS
Free- EssentialFree
- All-in-one POS
- Hardware included
- Growth$49/month
- Software only
- Hardware purchased separately
SpotOn
On request- All-In PlanFree
- Hardware included
- Card present: 2.79% + $0.20
- Keyed: 3.79% + $0.20
- POS Essentials$55/month
- Best value
- Card present: 2.45% + $0.15
- Hardware discounted
Which should you pick?
Choose Rezku POS if
- You need table management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iPad.
- You also want kitchen display.
Choose SpotOn if
- You need cloud pos.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want reservations.
Questions people ask
- Is Rezku POS or SpotOn better?
- Neither clearly leads. Rezku POS starts at Free and SpotOn at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Rezku POS or SpotOn?
- Rezku POS has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Rezku POS and On request for SpotOn.
- Does Rezku POS or SpotOn run on more platforms?
- Rezku POS runs on iPad. SpotOn runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Rezku POS for free?
- Yes. Rezku POS has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. SpotOn starts at On request.
- What is Rezku POS best used for?
- Rezku POS is most often used for point of sale, order management, inventory control, staff scheduling.
- What can Rezku POS do that SpotOn cannot?
- Rezku POS covers Table management, Kitchen display, Delivery management, Inventory. SpotOn covers Cloud POS, Reservations, Loyalty programs, Marketing tools. Both handle Online ordering, Reporting, DoorDash, QuickBooks.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Rezku POS: What platforms does Rezku POS support?
Rezku POS exclusively operates on iPad and does not support Android, Windows, or other platforms. This hardware exclusivity may limit deployment flexibility for some restaurants.
SourceSpotOn: What hardware does SpotOn require?
SpotOn provides proprietary hardware including countertop terminals (Station 15 at $750), tableside handhelds ($297), and kitchen display systems. All hardware is included with the All-In Plan or purchased separately with other plans.
SourceRezku POS: Does Rezku POS include online ordering?
Yes, Rezku POS includes white-label online ordering, which restaurants can brand and integrate into their own websites. It also includes delivery dispatch management capabilities.
SourceSpotOn: Does SpotOn have online ordering?
Yes, SpotOn offers commission-free online ordering with a white-label app option and integration into their Core Bundle. The system supports QR code ordering and digital menus.
SourceRezku POS: What are Rezku's customer support hours?
Rezku provides 24/7 US-based customer support with quick response times through multiple channels including phone, chat, and email. Support is considered a standout strength of the platform.
SourceSpotOn: What payment processing fees does SpotOn charge?
Fees vary by plan. All-In Plan: 2.79% + $0.20 for card-present transactions. POS Essentials: 2.45% + $0.15. Business or custom plans offer negotiated rates.
SourceRezku POS: Does Rezku lock you into their payment processing?
Yes, Rezku requires users to use their proprietary Rezku Pay payment processing. Users cannot negotiate rates or switch to a cheaper processor, which is a significant pricing lock-in.
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