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CaterSOFT vs Prep Station
Both stand on event catering software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Web
CaterSOFT offers distinct workflows for event caterers, delivery teams and venues, with listed integrations and a customer portal. Check the setup fee, VAT and cancellation notice when choosing a subscription.
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Free trial APIWeb
Prep Station brings catering sales, kitchen operations, delivery, payments, and inventory into one workflow. Its paid plans and storefront limit should be checked against the team’s operating model.
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| CaterSOFT | Prep Station | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | CaterSOFT Drop & Go Standard: £59 a month | Kitchen: $790 a year |
| Plans published | 6 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | catersoft.co.uk | prepstation.io |
| On event catering software | #23 of 28 | #19 of 28 |
CaterSOFT: what it does well
- Separate products address events, delivery and venue bookings
- Drop & Go includes online ordering and delivery schedules
- Connect collects guest and event details through a portal
- Integrates with listed accounting and calendar services
What to know first
- Standard plans have a one-time £99 setup fee
- Monthly prices exclude VAT
- Cancellation requires 30 days’ written notice
- Uninterrupted uptime and response times are not guaranteed
Prep Station: what it does well
- Yield-aware recipe and plate costing
- Branded storefront and self-serve quotes
- Delivery Hub with DoorDash Drive backup
- Barcode and camera inventory scanning
- USDA-backed nutrition labels
What to know first
- No free plan
- Plans start at 79.00 USD monthly
- Storefront orders allow 10 service slots
- Additional kitchens cost 49.00 USD monthly
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