RMS vs Clover POS

Detailed comparison to help you make the right choice for your restaurant

RMS (RestStory)

RECOMMENDED
Monthly Cost
$49 - $149/mo
Setup Cost
Contact for pricing
Transaction Fee
1.99%
Contract
No contract
4.9/5.0
Overall Rating
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Clover POS

Monthly Cost
$14.95 - $164.95/mo
Setup Cost
$0.00
Transaction Fee
2.30%
Contract
Typically 12-36 month contracts
4.20/5.0
Overall Rating
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Detailed Ratings

Ease of Use
RMS
4.8/5
Clover POS
4.30/5
Features
RMS
4.9/5
Clover POS
4.40/5
Support
RMS
4.9/5
Clover POS
3.90/5
Value for Money
RMS
4.9/5
Clover POS
4.10/5

Feature Comparison

FeatureRMSClover POS
Inventory Management
Online Ordering
Table Management
Staff Management
Reporting & Analytics
Kitchen Display System
Delivery Integration
Loyalty Program
Gift Cards
Payroll Integration
Multi-Location Support
Menu Management
CRM
Mobile App
Offline Mode

Clover POS Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Extensive app marketplace with 300+ integrations
  • Multiple hardware options to fit different budgets
  • Highly customizable platform
  • Good for retail-restaurant hybrid businesses
  • Strong payment processing infrastructure
  • Flexible pricing tiers
  • Customer-facing displays on many models
  • Works well for counter service
  • Offline mode capability

Cons

  • Hardware can be expensive
  • App marketplace apps often have additional costs
  • Complex pricing structure can be confusing
  • Support quality varies by reseller
  • Restaurant-specific features less robust than competitors
  • Contract requirements
  • Some features require higher-tier plans
  • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Best For

Counter-service restaurants, cafes, fast-casual establishments, businesses that also do retail, and operations that value customization and third-party integrations.

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