Tebi
Tebi is a Netherlands-based startup founded in 2021 by Arnout Schuijff, former CTO of Adyen, alongside other ex-Adyen colleagues. The company has developed an intuitive, mobile-first platform tailored for independent hospitality businesses, including restaurants, cafes, and bars. Tebi’s mission is to simplify operations by providing an all-in-one solution that combines point of sale (POS), reservations, inventory management, payments, and accounting.
Why we win
Why we lose
Scalability
- Designed to grow with your business
- Multi-location support allows for smooth expansion across sites or concepts
All-in-One POS System including Reservations
Tebi works across iOS, Android and Adyen payment terminals (Android-based). KDS, Payments, QR Ordering, Inventory and Bookkeeping are fully integrated into one app and accessible across all supported devices. Where Tebi stands out with is:
- Integrated reservation system, similar to how Zenchef works, it offers an online booking widget that supports deposits and other features.
Robust
- Proven track record with market experience since 2011
- True offline mode, customers can continue operating seamlessly even during network outages—critical during peak service hours
- 24/7 local support ensures peace of mind and immediate assistance when it matters most
Transparent & Competitive Pricing
- Free until you reach €/£10,000 in monthly revenue, ideal for new or small businesses
- After that, you pay only €/£20 per €/£10K in revenue
- Example: A business making €/£40K/month pays just €/£80, with unlimited devices and access to all features
Extensive
- Wide range of integrations
- Strong suite of in-house solutions covering all key areas of restaurant operations
Payment Rates
- Competitive payment rates, lower than Lightspeed, here’s their payment rates overview.
Important Note on Price-Driven Customers
For small to medium-sized businesses that are solely focused on price and less concerned with feature depth, we may be less competitive on cost alone. That’s why it’s crucial to clearly communicate our product value:
- Superior reporting, including Advanced Insights, Benchmarks, and Trends
- Online ordering solutions fully integrated with the POS
- Kitchen Display Systems (KDS) to streamline back-of-house operations
- Tableside ordering devices to enhance speed of service and guest experience
“Why should I choose Lightspeed over Tebi if I’m a smaller business?”
Lightspeed is designed to grow with you. You can start simple and scale as your business grows, without needing to switch to another POS later. That means fewer transitions and less disruption.
“Tebi is much cheaper. Why is Lightspeed priced higher?”
Tebi may seem less expensive upfront, but Lightspeed is an investment in long-term growth. You get more advanced features, better analytics, and global 24/7 support, plus you won’t outgrow your POS as your business expands.
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Category
Feature
Tebi
Lightspeed
Reservations
Reservation widget
✅
❌
POS
Split & Merge Sales
Floor Plan & Quick Sale
✅
✅
✅
✅
Order Anywhere
Pick-up orders
Delivery + Uber Eats
✅
❌
✅
✅
Payments
Tap to pay
Payments Support
Integrated Tipping
Partial/Split Payments
Adyen integrated in POS
✅
❌
✅
✅
❌
✅
✅
✅
✅
✅
QR Ordering
Digital Menu Card
Order & Pay by Phone
Tableside Ordering
✅
✅
✅
✅
✅
✅
Inventory
Stock Management
Barcode Scanning
✅
✅
✅
✅
KDS
KDS
✅
✅
Reporting
Pulse App
Benchmark & Trends
❌
❌
✅
✅
Loyalty
Loyalty / Punch cards
❌
✅
Hardware
Hardware Shop
❌
✅
Support
24/7 Support
❌
✅
Integrations
A wide range of third-party integrations
❌
✅
Tebi employs a revenue-based pricing model
- Free until you reach €/£10,000 in monthly revenue, ideal for new or small businesses
- After that, you pay only €/£20 per €/£10K in revenue
- Example: A business making €/£40K/month pays just €/£80, with unlimited devices and access to all features