Toast vs Clover
Verdict
Both Toast and Clover are strong choices. Toast edges ahead on overall rating, but the right pick depends on your budget and use case.
Feature & pricing comparison
| Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.1 |
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Paid |
| API available | ||
| Best for | Restaurants & food service | Retail, restaurants & services |
| Restaurant POS | ||
| Kitchen display system | ||
| Online ordering | ||
| Payroll & team | ||
| Loyalty & gift cards | ||
| Sleek POS hardware | ||
| App marketplace | ||
| Inventory | ||
| Employee management | ||
| Invoicing | ||
| Visit | Visit |
Which should you choose?
Pick Toast if you prioritize Restaurants & food service
Pick Clover if you prioritize Retail, restaurants & services
Toast
Pros
- Built for restaurants
- All-in-one operations
- Strong hardware
Cons
- Restaurant-only focus
- Processing rates + hardware cost
Clover
Pros
- Great hardware
- Flexible via apps
- Works across industries
Cons
- Sold through resellers (varied terms)
- Locked to processor
Frequently asked questions
Is Toast better than Clover?+
Both Toast and Clover are strong choices. Toast edges ahead on overall rating, but the right pick depends on your budget and use case.
Which is cheaper, Toast or Clover?+
Toast starts at Free, while Clover starts at Free.