Best Restaurant365
Alternatives
Looking for a Restaurant365 alternative? You're not alone. Here's why restaurants are switching and what to look for.
Top Alternative
$99/mo
$0 Setup Fee
Switching From
Restaurant365
$289-635/mo
+ Varies setup
Save $2,280+/year by switching to 86
Why Restaurants Are Switching
Common reasons restaurants look for Restaurant365 alternatives.
Very expensive ($289-635/location/month)
Overkill for independent restaurants
Complex implementation requiring dedicated administrator
Weeks to months of training required
Mobile app bugs: infinite loading screens, broken messaging
Inventory variance tracking issues with recipe breakdowns
What to Look for in an Alternative
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees, no per-user charges, no surprise setup costs. Know exactly what you'll pay.
Fast Setup
Your team should be counting inventory this week, not waiting weeks for implementation.
Team Simplicity
If your staff can use a phone, they should be able to use the inventory app. No weeks of training.
Feature Breakdown
See exactly where 86 wins.
Pricing & Setup
| Feature | 86 | Restaurant365 |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $99 | $289-635/location |
| Setup Fee | $0 (FREE) | Varies |
| Team Members Included | 5 free | Unlimited |
| Annual Cost (single location) | $999 | $3,468-7,620 |
| Annual Savings vs 86 (Core plan) | - | -$2,469/year |
Core Features
| Feature | 86 | Restaurant365 |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory Management | ||
| Photo-Based Inventory | ||
| Real-time Sync (No Refresh) | ||
| Holiday/Bridge Day Alerts | ||
| Alternative Vendor Suggestions | ||
| Accounting Integration | ||
| Payroll Management | ||
| Scheduling | ||
| Recipe Costing |
Mobile Experience
| Feature | 86 | Restaurant365 |
|---|---|---|
| iOS App | ||
| Android App | ||
| Modern, Fast Interface | Average | |
| 15-Minute Count Time |
Team Management
| Feature | 86 | Restaurant365 |
|---|---|---|
| SMS Text Reminders | ||
| Manager Alerts (Missed Counts) | ||
| Push Notifications |
Simplicity & Learning
| Feature | 86 | Restaurant365 |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | Same day | 4-8 weeks |
| Learning Curve | Seconds (team), 5 min (web) | Weeks to months |
| Feature Complexity | Simple, focused | Very complex |
| Best For | Inventory only | All restaurant operations |
Data & Migration
| Feature | 86 | Restaurant365 |
|---|---|---|
| Free Data Import | Varies | |
| Import Any Format | Paper, Excel, POS, CSV | Limited formats |
Calculate Your Savings
See how much Restaurant365 really costs over time.
Includes $289-635/mo + $0 setup
$99/month flat. No hidden fees.
You Save
That's money back in your pocket.
Why pay more for software you'll use less?
Start Saving TodayHow to Switch from Restaurant365
Migration is free and takes less than 48 hours. Here is exactly how it works.
Export your inventory data from Restaurant365 (Reports → Inventory → Export)
Send the export file to hector@use86.com
We'll set up your 86 account with all your items within 48 hours
Keep Restaurant365 running during transition — cancel when ready
Export Tip
In Restaurant365, navigate to Reports → Inventory Reports → select your items → Export to CSV or Excel.
Frequently Asked Questions
End inventory stress.
Subscribe, send your data, and delegate counting in 48 hours.
Built by Hector, owner of Zaco's Tacos
A restaurant owner who solved his own problem.