Spatula vs CloudWaitress

A better deal than CloudWaitress.

Zero commissions like CloudWaitress, plus a built-in merchant app, group ordering, and thermal printing that CloudWaitress doesn't offer.

The maths

What each really costs

CloudWaitress$79-$299+/mo + mobile app add-on
Spatula$99/mo flat, core platform
Standard plan$79 AUD/mo per store
Mobile app add-on~$399 one-time + monthly fee
Enterprise$299+/mo

Feature by feature

FeatureSpatulaCloudWaitress
Zero per-transaction fees
Custom domain (order.yourrestaurant.com)
True white-label (no platform branding)
Full customer data ownershipPartial
Built-in merchant app (PWA)Browser-based
Group ordering
Scheduled orders with smart prep time
Postcode-based delivery zones
Thermal receipt printing
Half-and-half pizza builder
Meal deal / combo builder
Built-in loyalty program with tiers
Real-time order tracking + chatTracking only
Menu import from competitors
Customer allergen profiles
Honest deal detection
Daily specials system
Australian GST handlingPartial
Multi-store management
QR code dine-in ordering

Why restaurants switch

No dedicated merchant app

CloudWaitress relies on browser-based order management. No installable PWA or native app for your staff to manage orders with push notifications on the go.

No built-in loyalty program

CloudWaitress has no native loyalty or rewards system. You'll need to integrate a third-party tool if you want to reward repeat customers.

Limited design customisation

Users report basic layout tools and limited product images. Your storefront ends up looking like every other CloudWaitress site.

No multi-tenant architecture

If you run multiple brands or franchise locations, CloudWaitress doesn't offer true tenant isolation with separate dashboards per brand.

Frequently asked questions

Can I keep my custom domain when switching from CloudWaitress?
Yes. Just point your domain's DNS to Spatula and we'll set up SSL automatically. Your customers won't notice any downtime.
Will I lose my customer data?
No. You can export your customer list from CloudWaitress and we'll help you import it into Spatula. Your order history stays with you.
How long does migration take?
Most restaurants are live on Spatula within 24 hours. We'll import your menu, set up your domain, and configure your delivery zones.
Does Spatula charge per-order fees?
Never. Spatula charges a flat monthly fee with zero commissions, zero per-order fees, and zero hidden charges. Same model as CloudWaitress, but with more features included.
Do I need separate software for order management?
No. Spatula includes a built-in merchant app (PWA) that works on any device, phone, tablet, or Sunmi terminal. CloudWaitress requires browser-based management or a paid mobile app add-on.

This way to zero-commission ordering

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