vs Restaurant365
Which restaurant inventory software is right for your team? We compared the features, pricing, and ease of use.
$0 Setup Fee
Restaurant365
+ Varies setup
Save $2,280+/year with 86
Pricing verified November 2025
How We Differ
Beyond just the price, here is the real difference.
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?
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We believe in transparency. Here is the bottom line.
Why Choose 86
- Massive Savings: $99/mo vs $289-635/mo
- Simplicity: Team learns it in 5 minutes
- Zero Risk: No contracts, 30-day refund
- Free Setup: We handle the migration for you
Best For
Independent restaurants, bars, and cafes who want to stop overpaying for enterprise bloat.
Why Choose Restaurant365
- •Complete restaurant management suite
- •Integrated accounting, payroll, and scheduling
- •Robust reporting and analytics
- •Multi-location management
Best For
- →Large restaurant groups needing all-in-one platform
- →Franchises requiring standardized operations
Frequently Asked Questions
How 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.
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.