Slash Costs by 60% with Tableo:
the OpenTable Alternative
OpenTable stands as one of the pioneers in reservation management systems, with a legacy dating back to 1998 and headquartered in the US. However, despite its long-standing presence, the platform has lagged behind in development, failing to incorporate essential features like Reserve with Google—critical for modern diners who increasingly prefer Google reservations.
Significant cost reductions
In addition to feature limitations, OpenTable’s pricing structure has drawn significant criticism. This is where Tableo emerges as a compelling alternative, due to its significant cost savings.
By transitioning to Tableo, restaurants can enjoy up to 60% decrease in annual expenses compared to a top tier subscription and a 33% reduction at the basic tier level.
To visualize the potential cost savings, we’ve compiled a detailed comparison table below.
Pricing & feature comparison
This comparison is conducted at the highest and lowest subscription tiers – Bronze/Gold for Tableo and Basic/Pro for OpenTable – ensuring an accurate representation of the savings achievable by switching to Tableo.
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Booking Channel | Cover Fee | Cover Fee | Cover Fee | Cover Fee |
Website Widget | FREE | $49 per month | FREE | FREE |
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Mobile version | iOS / Android |
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Free version | Free for up to 50 covers monthly - no time limits | 30 day free trial | Free for up to 50 covers monthly - no time limits | Unknown |
Monthly subscription | $99 | $149 | $149 | $499 |
Yearly discount | 1 month free | N/A | 1 month free | N/A |
Total yearly cost | $1089 | $2376 | $1639 | $5988 |
Top reasons to choose Tableo over OpenTable
1. No additional booking costs
Tableo offers restaurants an online reservation widget at no extra cost. Restaurants can seamlessly integrate booking functionality into their website without incurring additional charges.
Bookings originating from the restaurant’s website are always free of charge.
In contrast, OpenTable imposes a fee of $0.25 per cover or a flat monthly rate of $49 to utilize the reservation widget on your website.
2. Integrated booking channels
Tableo seamlessly integrates Reserve with Google, allowing customers to book directly from Google search results, maps and other Google platforms, enhancing visibility and accessibility.
Despite its numerous integrations, OpenTable lacks integration with the most powerful search engine – Google, potentially limiting the restaurant’s reach and online presence.
3. Cross-platform accessibility
Tableo can be accessed on any device, including smartphones and tablets running on Android or iOS.
In comparison OpenTable limits mobile accessibility to iOS devices only. This restriction can be seen as an added expense for restaurant owners who would need to supply iOS devices to all their staff.
4. Responsive support and development
Tableo offers all customers dedicated personal support. By listening to its customers, Tableo is able to continuously evolve, with frequent updates for an improved user experience.
OpenTable has been reported to be lacking when it comes to support and development, hindering timely issue resolution and feature updates.
5. Positive customer reviews
Tableo: Highly rated by customers on Trustpilot, with a rating of 4.2 stars. Read Reviews
OpenTable: Poor customer satisfaction, rated only 1.4 stars on Trustpilot. Read Reviews
Ready to make the move?
When it comes to managing your restaurant’s reservations efficiently and cost-effectively, Tableo emerges as the superior choice.
With its competitive pricing, comprehensive features, cross-platform accessibility and positive customer reviews,
Tableo provides a seamless booking experience without breaking the bank.
Set a meeting for a demo. Trial, setup and support are Free!
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