2026 Guide

Best WISK AI
Alternatives

Looking for a WISK AI 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

WISK AI

$199-799/mo

+ Varies setup

Save $1,200+/year by switching to 86

Why Restaurants Are Switching

Common reasons restaurants look for WISK AI alternatives.

Very expensive ($199-799/month) - prohibitive for small venues

4-16x more expensive than 86

Food inventory features less mature than beverage

Overkill for simple inventory needs

Higher price tiers can be prohibitive for independents

Learning curve for advanced features

What to Look for in an Alternative

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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.

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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

Feature86
WISK AI
Monthly Cost$99$199-799
Setup Fee$0 (FREE)$0
Team Members Included5 freeUnlimited
Annual Cost (low end)$999$2,388
Annual Savings vs 86--$1,389/year

Core Features

Feature86
WISK AI
Inventory Management
Photo-Based Inventory
AI Image Recognition
Real-time Sync (No Refresh)
Holiday/Bridge Day Alerts
Alternative Vendor Suggestions
Recipe Costing
Beverage-Focused Features
Offline Mode

Mobile Experience

Feature86
WISK AI
iOS App
Android App
Modern, Fast Interface
Good
15-Minute Count Time
Varies

Team Management

Feature86
WISK AI
SMS Text Reminders
Manager Alerts (Missed Counts)
Push Notifications
Unlimited Team MembersUp to 5

Simplicity & Learning

Feature86
WISK AI
Setup TimeSame day1-2 weeks
Learning CurveSeconds (team), 5 min (web)Days to weeks
Feature ComplexitySimple, focusedAdvanced features
Best ForSimple inventoryAdvanced bar mgmt

Data & Migration

Feature86
WISK AI
Free Data Import
Varies
Import Any FormatPaper, Excel, POS, CSVVarious formats

Calculate Your Savings

See how much WISK AI really costs over time.

Time Period
WISK AI Cost$2,388

Includes $199-799/mo + $0 setup

86 Cost$1,188

$99/month flat. No hidden fees.

You Save

$1,200

That's money back in your pocket.

Why pay more for software you'll use less?

Start Saving Today

How to Switch from WISK AI

Migration is free and takes less than 48 hours. Here is exactly how it works.

Step 1

Export your inventory from WISK AI (Settings → Data → Export Items)

Step 2

Send the export file to hector@use86.com

Step 3

We'll set up your 86 account with all your items within 48 hours

Step 4

Keep WISK AI running during transition — cancel when ready

Export Tip

In WISK AI, go to Settings → Data Management → Export your item list as CSV.

Frequently Asked Questions

AI recognition is impressive technology, but it adds cost and complexity. Most restaurants get faster, more accurate results with 86's simple counting interface. Your team can count in 15 minutes — no AI training required.
Yes! While WISK specializes in bars, 86 handles both food and beverage inventory. For bars that want straightforward counting without the $199-799/month price tag, 86 is a great fit.
Yes! I'll import your inventory data for free, regardless of format (Excel, CSV, paper, or export from your current system). Most restaurants are up and running within 48 hours.
Setup takes about 48 hours. I handle the data import for free, and I am available to help you get started.
No. I'll import all your existing inventory data. You can also keep your old system running during the transition period if you want.
86 takes 5 minutes to learn. If your team can use a phone, they can use 86. I also provide onboarding support.
Yes. 86 is $99/month with free setup. WISK AI costs $199-799/mo. You'll save thousands per year with 86.

End inventory stress.

Subscribe, send your data, and delegate counting in 48 hours.

Start setup — $99/mo
Hector, Founder of 86

Built by Hector, owner of Zaco's Tacos

A restaurant owner who solved his own problem.