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How Dineology compares
Restaurant guest software usually comes from a booking marketplace or a POS vendor. Here is how those approaches compare with Dineology, and what to ask any vendor.
| Marketplace-style booking platforms | POS-bundled guest tools | Dineology | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who the guest relationship belongs to | Often shared with the platform | The restaurant, inside the vendor's ecosystem | Your restaurant. Export any time. |
| Typical pricing | Subscription plus per-cover or per-diner fees on some plans | Bundled with POS and payment contracts | Flat monthly price per location |
| Requires switching your POS | No | Usually | No |
| New-diner discovery | Core strength | Varies | Not a consumer marketplace today |
| Allergy and dietary profile on the guest | Varies | Varies | Built in, with severity levels |
| Inventory and waste tracking | Not offered | Often a separate add-on or integration | Photo-based modules, in beta |
| Loyalty without an app | Varies | Varies | Phone-number based (early access) |
Based on how these product categories are commonly packaged. Plans and terms change, so check any vendor's current pricing and contract.
Questions to ask any vendor
Who owns the guest data, and can I export it?
You should be able to leave with your list in a standard file.
What do I pay at the end of a busy month?
Ask for the total with every per-cover, per-seat or per-message fee included.
Can I contact my guests directly, with consent recorded?
Contact permission should live on the guest profile.
What happens to my history if I leave?
Visit history and notes are part of your list.
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