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Affordable QR Menus: Why $30/Month Beats $200/Month Restaurant Tech

Affordable QR Menus: Why $30/Month Beats $200/Month Restaurant Tech

Restaurant technology doesn’t have to break the bank. Yet many restaurants are paying $150-300+/month for comprehensive platforms when all they really need is great QR menus. Let’s break down why Menu.Miami’s $30/month solution is the smarter choice.

The Cost Comparison

Menu.Miami: $30/Month

  • ✅ Custom QR menus
  • ✅ Unlimited QR codes
  • ✅ Self-managed updates
  • ✅ Professional design
  • ✅ No hardware required
  • ✅ No setup fees
  • ✅ Month-to-month

Total First Year: $360

Typical Restaurant Tech Platform: $200+/Month

  • QR menus (bundled)
  • POS system (required)
  • Hardware: $1,000-5,000+
  • Setup fees: $500-2,000+
  • Long-term contract required
  • Additional feature fees

Total First Year: $3,400-9,000+

Why Pay 10x More?

Most expensive restaurant tech platforms charge premium prices because they’re trying to replace your entire technology stack. But here’s the thing: if you already have a POS system that works, why replace it?

Menu.Miami works with your existing systems, so you only pay for what you need: great QR menus.

What You Get for $30/Month

Custom Design

Every Menu.Miami menu is professionally designed to match your brand. No templates, no generic designs - just beautiful, custom QR menus.

Unlimited Flexibility

  • Create unlimited QR codes
  • Update your menu instantly
  • Change prices, items, descriptions anytime
  • No limits, no extra fees

Optional Add-Ons

Add features when you need them:

  • Online ordering (optional)
  • TV displays (optional)
  • Analytics (optional)

You’re not forced to pay for features you don’t need.

No Hidden Costs

  • No hardware purchases
  • No setup fees
  • No transaction fees
  • No surprise charges
  • Just $30/month, period

The Real Cost of “Enterprise” Solutions

When you sign up for expensive restaurant tech platforms, you’re paying for:

  1. Hardware You Don’t Need: $1,000-5,000+ for tablets, screens, and devices
  2. Features You Don’t Use: POS systems, inventory management, employee scheduling
  3. Lock-In Contracts: 2-3 year commitments you can’t escape
  4. Ongoing Fees: Transaction fees, feature fees, support fees

With Menu.Miami, you pay $30/month. That’s it.

ROI Comparison

Expensive Platform

  • Investment: $3,400-9,000+ first year
  • Break-even: 6-12 months
  • Risk: High (locked into contract)
  • Flexibility: Low (hard to switch)

Menu.Miami

  • Investment: $360 first year
  • Break-even: Immediate (starts working day one)
  • Risk: Low (month-to-month)
  • Flexibility: High (cancel anytime)

When Expensive Makes Sense

Expensive restaurant tech platforms make sense if:

  • You’re opening a brand new restaurant
  • You need to replace your entire POS system
  • You want an all-in-one solution
  • Budget isn’t a concern

When Menu.Miami Makes Sense

Menu.Miami makes sense if:

  • You already have a POS system
  • You want great QR menus
  • You value affordable pricing
  • You want flexibility
  • You prefer specialized solutions

The Math is Clear

Save $2,000-8,000+ in the first year by choosing Menu.Miami’s specialized QR menu solution over expensive all-in-one platforms.

Use those savings for:

  • Marketing and advertising
  • Staff training
  • Equipment upgrades
  • Menu improvements
  • Building your emergency fund

Start Smart, Scale Later

Menu.Miami’s approach lets you:

  1. Start with QR menus ($30/month)
  2. Add online ordering when you’re ready
  3. Add TV displays if you want them
  4. Scale features as you grow

No need to invest thousands upfront. Start smart, add features as you need them.

The Bottom Line

You don’t need to pay $200+/month for great QR menus. Menu.Miami delivers professional, custom QR menus for just $30/month - saving you thousands while giving you better results.

Ready to Save Money?

Start with Menu.Miami’s $30/month QR menu solution. No hardware, no contracts, just beautiful QR menus that work.

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