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Restrofi vs ScanMenu The honest comparison

ScanMenu offers affordable QR digital menus for Indian restaurants. Without a KDS, GST invoicing, or analytics, it is a starting point — not a complete solution. Restrofi adds all the missing layers at the same price point.

Pricing at a glance

RestrofiRecommended

₹999 /month

Starter plan · cancel anytime

  • QR ordering + KDS
  • GST invoicing
  • Zero commission
  • No hardware needed
  • RestroAI analytics

Starter ₹999/mo · Pro ₹2,999/mo

ScanMenu

~₹500–1,000/month

Estimated · basic plan

  • QR digital menu
  • Basic order collection
  • Menu customisation
  • Basic analytics

No KDS, no GST invoicing, no AI analytics. Basic QR menu without full POS capabilities.

Full feature comparison

Feature
Restrofi
ScanMenu
No hardware required
Zero commission on orders
QR code ordering
Kitchen Display System (KDS)

ScanMenu has no KDS

GST-compliant invoicing

ScanMenu does not generate GST invoices

Runs in browser on any device
AI revenue insights (RestroAI)
WhatsApp order notifications
Multi-outlet management
No setup fees
Pricing from ₹999/month

ScanMenu's entry plan is cheaper but lacks most POS features

Full POS billing + table management
Staff account management

✓ Available  ·  ✗ Not available  ·  — Partial / limited

Migrate from ScanMenu in an afternoon

No technical expertise required. Most restaurants are live within 2 hours.

  1. 1

    Note down your menu items

    ScanMenu does not provide a CSV export — screenshot or write down your current items and categories.

  2. 2

    Create your Restrofi account

    Sign up free at restrofi.com. No credit card required. Ready in 60 seconds.

  3. 3

    Build your menu in Restrofi

    Use the Restrofi menu builder to add your items, categories, prices, and photos. Most menus are live within an hour.

  4. 4

    Set up QR codes and KDS

    Generate QR codes for each table and open the KDS on any screen — both available immediately.

  5. 5

    Go live with full POS + GST invoicing

    Orders flow to the KDS, GST invoices generate automatically, and RestroAI starts tracking your revenue from day one.

Frequently asked questions

What does Restrofi add compared to ScanMenu?

Restrofi adds a real-time KDS, GST-compliant invoicing, AI analytics (RestroAI), WhatsApp notifications, multi-outlet management, and staff accounts — the complete POS layer that ScanMenu lacks.

Does ScanMenu have a Kitchen Display System?

No. ScanMenu does not offer a KDS. Restrofi includes a full browser-based KDS that shows orders the instant they are placed.

Does Restrofi generate GST invoices unlike ScanMenu?

Yes. Restrofi auto-generates fully GST-compliant PDF invoices with CGST/SGST/IGST breakdowns and GSTIN on every order. ScanMenu has no invoicing capability.

Is Restrofi worth the higher price compared to ScanMenu?

Restrofi starts at ₹999/month and includes QR ordering, KDS, GST invoicing, AI analytics, and multi-outlet support. ScanMenu's basic plan is cheaper but provides only a digital menu — as you grow, the missing features cost far more to patch separately.

Can I upgrade from ScanMenu to Restrofi without losing my menu?

ScanMenu does not export menus as CSV, so you will need to re-enter your items. Most restaurants complete this in under an hour using Restrofi's menu builder.

Does Restrofi support multi-outlet management that ScanMenu lacks?

Yes. Restrofi's Pro and Chain plans support multiple outlets with centralised menu sync and outlet-level analytics. ScanMenu is single-outlet only.

Ready to make the switch?

Get started today. Import your menu and go live this afternoon — no hardware, no setup fees.

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RestroLegal · Compliance add-on

FSSAI, GST, Swiggy/Zomato contracts & POSH — handled.

Restrofi's legal & compliance add-on for Indian restaurants. Licence renewals tracked, GST notices answered, aggregator and vendor agreements reviewed by experts.

  • FSSAI & licence renewals
  • Contract & POSH review
  • GST notice replies
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