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Qwaiting vs TableMASH
Both stand on restaurant waitlist software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Qwaiting combines remote queue entry, appointments, walk-ins, notifications, and reporting, with cloud and on-premises options. Its monthly plans have defined staff-login caps, so match the plan limit to the number of staff accounts needed.
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TableMASH combines seating plans, guest notifications, and venue reporting, with booking limits that vary by plan. Review the free allowance and paid tier details against your venue’s booking needs.
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| Qwaiting | TableMASH | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $2,490 a year | Basic Plan: $37 a month |
| Plans published | 8 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | qwaiting.com | tablemash.com |
| On restaurant waitlist software | #14 of 24 | #10 of 24 |
Qwaiting: what it does well
- Remote queue entry by phone or browser.
- Live wait times and real-time queue monitoring.
- Automated SMS, email, and mobile-app notifications.
- Listed integrations include Office 365 and Salesforce.
- All plans include 24/7 enterprise support.
What to know first
- Starter is limited to five staff logins.
- Business is limited to 10 staff logins.
- Enterprise is limited to 20 staff logins.
- Custom is limited to 50 staff logins.
TableMASH: what it does well
- Drag-and-drop floor plans show live table status.
- Waitlist supports QR code, website, or host check-in.
- Guest profiles store preferences, allergies, and visit history.
- Reports cover occupancy, turnover, and revenue per table.
- Plans can be paused or cancelled at any time.
What to know first
- Free plan allows 30 bookings per month.
- Basic Plan costs $37 a month.
- Premium Plan allows 800 bookings per month.
- 14-day trial is listed; no longer trial duration is specified.
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