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ChowNow

Commission-free online ordering and branded apps on a flat monthly fee.

Starting priceFrom ~$150/mo + setup
HardwareNot a POS/hardware suite
WebsiteBranded ordering pages & apps
ContractMonthly or annual
Order fees0% commission on orders
Official sitechownow.com ↗
In short: A commission-free online-ordering platform with branded apps, charged as a flat monthly fee rather than a per-order cut. Like other ordering layers, it typically sits alongside a POS.

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Strengths & things to know

Strengths

  • Commission-free direct ordering on a flat fee
  • Branded website and mobile app ordering
  • Established brand focused on independents

Things to know

  • Flat fee can be high at low order volume
  • Not a full POS
  • Usually runs alongside a separate POS

Who it suits

Independents focused on commission-free direct online ordering without a marketplace cut.

Note: Pricing and features for ChowNow change frequently. Confirm the current details on the vendor’s own site before making a decision.