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LightEgg vs Simple Host
Both stand on restaurant table management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial iPhoneWeb
LightEgg brings front-of-house ordering, kitchen workflows, reservations, and inventory into one restaurant-focused platform. Compare the plan features and monthly costs with the tools your restaurant needs.
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Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb
Simple Host combines waitlist, reservation, table, and guest management tools for restaurants. The Basic plan starts at $49.99 per month and includes 250 SMS messages monthly; a 7-day trial is available.
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| LightEgg | Simple Host | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Quick Service: $29 a month | Basic: $49.99 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | lightegg.com | simplehostapp.com |
| On restaurant table management software | #20 of 44 | #24 of 44 |
LightEgg: what it does well
- POS can take orders during Wi-Fi outages
- QR orders go directly to the kitchen
- Recipes deduct inventory in real time
- Reservations include capacity rules and floor-plan assignments
What to know first
- No free plan is listed
- Quick Service costs $29 a month
- Dine-In Pro costs $79 a month
Simple Host: what it does well
- Guests can join waitlists by QR code or link
- Website reservation widget has no per-cover fees
- Real-time floor plan with color-coded statuses
- Unlimited connected devices per subscription
What to know first
- No free plan
- Basic includes 250 SMS messages per month
- Activity log history is limited to seven days
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