While both MarginEdge and Restaurant365 offer valuable tools to streamline operations and boost efficiency, R365’s comprehensive suite of features and deep integrations give it a clear edge.
Running a restaurant has always been a wild ride, but these days, it requires a whole new level of agility and control. From balancing rising ingredient costs (a full 29% higher than pre-pandemic levels) to wrangling unpredictable labor schedules, the daily grind can overwhelm even the most seasoned restaurant pros. Â
Here’s where restaurant management software comes in: It can automate tedious tasks while uncovering key metrics, empowering you to make smarter, faster decisions. Â
In this guide, we’re pitting two solutions head-to-head: Restaurant365 and MarginEdge, complete with a breakdown of their top features so you can figure out the perfect fit for your restaurant.Â
Number crunching is rarely the highlight of running a restaurant—but efficient accounting is the foundation for unlocking profitability, keeping costs in check, and minimizing those hair-pulling errors. Â
While MarginEdge offers a solid accounting solution (e.g., automated invoice processing, customizable approval workflows, and easy bill payments), the heavy lifting is powered by external accounting systems like Quickbooks or Sage. This means you’ll still rely on third-party platforms for broader financial management, which can add complexity and cost.Â
On the other hand, Restaurant365 is a fully integrated platform specifically for restaurants, giving you complete control over your financial operations. Features include:Â
With the right software, inventory management transforms from a tedious task into a powerful strategy for boosting margins.  Â
MarginEdge’s inventory feature automatically updates product prices and food usage reports, giving you a valuable overview of waste and variance. However, it lacks advanced integrations and functionality needed by multi-location restaurants or those seeking more granular inventory management.Â
Restaurant365 takes inventory management to a new level. It’s not just about simplifying those day-to-day tasks. Instead, it empowers you with data-driven insights to optimize your entire operation. Here’s how:Â
Hiring qualified staff is more expensive than ever, while retention remains an ongoing battle. One way to tackle these challenges? Restaurant management software.Â
MarginEdge offers basic labor management features that integrate labor data from your POS system. This gives you basic reports on labor costs so you can see wage data reflected on your P&Ls and budgets. But that’s about it — the platform doesn’t have a comprehensive workforce management feature.Â
Comparatively, Restaurant365 takes your labor operations to the next level with:Â Â
Effective reporting tools don’t just show you what happened—they help you predict, adapt, and optimize in real time. Â
MarginEdge gives you basic reporting tools to simplify those tough decisions, delivering insights like daily controllable P&Ls, food usage reports, and menu profitability analysis. Â
Meanwhile, Restaurant365 takes a holistic approach to reporting and analytics. It connects data across every aspect of your restaurant—from the kitchen to the front of house and everything in between. As a result, operators can take advantage of:Â
With MarginEdge, you’ll pay per location, each with a one-time setup fee. If you’re a Toast user, there’s an additional API pass-through fee. And because MarginEdge relies on integrations with third-party accounting systems, expect extra subscription costs that aren’t included in their base pricing.Â
Restaurant365 keeps pricing simple with an all-inclusive approach. Get essential features like accounting, inventory management, and workforce tools in one package, with no hidden fees or surprises.Â
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Choosing the right restaurant management software can be a game-changer for your business. Â
While both MarginEdge and Restaurant365 offer valuable tools to streamline operations and boost efficiency, R365’s comprehensive suite of features and deep integrations give it a clear edge. It’s also designed to scale with your business, so whether you’re managing one location or a dozen, you’ll have the insights and tools you need to succeed.Â
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