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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $59.00
Starting at $0.00 Per Month
Lightspeed Restaurant
Star Rating
(54)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $59.00
Learn more about Lightspeed RestaurantToast
Star Rating
(363)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $0.00 Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Lightspeed Restaurant excels in ease of use, with users highlighting its intuitive interface and the ability to set up hardware without needing exclusive equipment. This flexibility allows staff to adapt quickly, making it a favorite among small businesses.
- Users say Toast shines in employee management and payroll processing, with features that streamline clock-ins and clock-outs. Reviewers appreciate the detailed reports that help manage labor costs effectively, ensuring smooth operations across multiple locations.
- According to verified reviews, Lightspeed Restaurant offers superior customer support, with many users praising the proactive assistance from dedicated account managers. This level of support is particularly beneficial for businesses that may need extra guidance during implementation.
- Reviewers mention that Toast's offline mode is a game-changer, allowing operations to continue seamlessly even during network outages. This reliability is crucial for restaurants that cannot afford downtime, making it a strong contender for businesses prioritizing operational continuity.
- Users highlight that Lightspeed Restaurant provides robust menu building capabilities, which many find to be more comprehensive than competitors. This feature allows for greater customization and adaptability, catering to the unique needs of various dining establishments.
- G2 reviewers note that while Toast has a slightly lower rating in ease of setup, it compensates with a wealth of features that enhance overall functionality. Users appreciate the extensive reporting tools that help analyze sales trends and optimize menu offerings, although some find the initial setup process a bit more complex.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Lightspeed Restaurant
The POS at the core of everything you do.
Starting at $59.00
The fastest, most reliable point of sale backed by industry-leading support experts from every service type.
- Contactless ordering
- Customizable menu
- Adjustable floor plan
Toast
Starter Kit
Starting at $0.00
Per Month
Ideal for small restaurants who need one or two terminals to get up and running.
- Cloud-based point of sale
- Hardware configuration including one terminal
- Real-Time Sales & Menu Reporting
Free Trial
Lightspeed Restaurant
No trial information availableToast
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
38
8.5
265
Ease of Use
9.2
38
8.9
265
Ease of Setup
8.5
31
8.2
179
Ease of Admin
8.9
31
8.5
161
Quality of Support
8.6
38
7.7
256
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
31
8.3
162
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
36
8.4
255
Features by Category
Core HR
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
8.5
11
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
36
Not enough data
7.3
28
Not enough data
8.1
25
Not enough data
8.4
40
Not enough data
7.9
38
Not enough data
8.2
34
Not enough data
8.1
40
Not enough data
8.1
37
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
8.4
38
Not enough data
7.6
22
Not enough data
7.7
32
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
41
Not enough data
8.1
32
Not enough data
8.6
39
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
31
Not enough data
7.7
30
Not enough data
7.8
29
Not enough data
8.4
37
Not enough data
8.5
36
Taxes
Not enough data
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.2
32
Not enough data
8.4
30
Integration
Not enough data
7.6
28
Not enough data
8.3
33
Not enough data
8.1
26
Not enough data
7.5
25
Platform
Not enough data
7.8
45
Not enough data
8.3
45
Not enough data
8.6
45
Not enough data
8.2
37
POS
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Marketing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
9.3
25
8.8
148
7.4
16
8.0
87
6.0
12
7.6
70
7.5
16
8.2
114
8.5
25
8.6
154
7.1
12
8.1
93
Meal Service
8.1
20
8.8
146
9.4
21
8.9
114
8.9
22
8.7
146
9.1
20
8.9
141
9.1
16
8.7
128
Platform Basics
8.6
12
8.6
74
8.8
7
8.3
58
Back Office
8.2
12
8.7
65
7.0
11
8.0
70
8.6
12
8.6
72
7.5
6
7.8
45
Front of Office
9.6
14
9.2
81
9.5
13
8.7
62
9.4
13
8.8
76
9.3
7
7.3
40
Platform Data
8.8
12
9.0
72
Agentic AI - Restaurant Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Data and Insights
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Campaign Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Engagement and Retention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration and Compliance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Payments
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Employee Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Inventory Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integrations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Lightspeed Restaurant and Toast are categorized as Restaurant Management and Restaurant POS
Unique Categories
Lightspeed Restaurant has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Lightspeed Restaurant
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Toast
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Restaurants
44.0%
Food & Beverages
18.0%
Hospitality
14.0%
Retail
8.0%
Sports
2.0%
Other
14.0%
Restaurants
51.7%
Food & Beverages
26.6%
Hospitality
6.5%
Accounting
1.9%
Real Estate
0.9%
Other
12.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
What are the key features of a POS system?
1 Comment
AY
POS systems provide the capability of tracking sales and maintaining data that can then be used to generate customer bills, maintain customer and product...Read more
Lightspeed Restaurant has no more discussions with answers
Is there any way to make toast work in a retail non restaurant
2 Comments
EM
I would advise against it. They are made for restaurants, and even that isn’t handled very well. Read more
What are the most important features to consider when buying a restaurant point of sale system?
1 Comment
GH
able to handle offline mode.
This is very important that not many systems can do this.
(toast is great offline)Read more
Is Toast just a point of sale system?
1 Comment
GH
yes, and much more.
they can do inventory, payroll, & martketing
Read more
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