Is Menuthere really free?
By the Menuthere editorial team · Updated
Yes, it really is. The Free plan is $0 forever and includes 50 orders a month, a menu, an ordering site and QR codes, plus a copy of every order on WhatsApp, at 0% commission. Past 50 orders the menu turns view-only until the 1st of the month, or you upgrade to an unlimited paid plan. Paid plans (Lite $17/month, Pro $39/month) add features, but starting is free with no card.
- The Free plan is $0 forever (not a trial that ends), and includes 50 orders a month at 0% commission.
- An 'Ordering by Menuthere' badge shows on the free menu, and is removed on paid plans.
- Past 50 orders the menu turns view-only until the 1st, or you upgrade to an unlimited plan.
- You still pay the payment gateway's card fee (if you enable online payments); it's separate from Menuthere and goes to the gateway.
- Paid plans Lite ($17/month) and Pro ($39/month) have a 7-day free trial, card first.
Start free with no card
Menuthere's Free plan gives you a menu, an ordering site, QR codes and WhatsApp ordering at 0% commission, for $0 and with no card. Upgrade only when you need unlimited orders or extra features.
What exactly does the free plan include?
The Free plan is $0 forever and includes: unlimited menu items, photos and sizes, a menu and ordering site on a Menuthere link, QR codes to print, pickup, delivery and table ordering, a copy of every order on WhatsApp, a dashboard and a partner app that rings until an order is accepted, and basic analytics — all at 0% commission and 50 orders a month. A Menuthere badge shows on the free menu.
| Free ($0) | Lite ($17) | Pro ($39) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orders per month | 50 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Commission on orders | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Custom domain and online payments | No | Yes | Yes |
| WhatsApp on your number and loyalty | No | No | Yes |
Where is the limit on the free plan?
The main limit is 50 orders a month: past that the menu turns view-only until the 1st of the month, or you upgrade to an unlimited paid plan. An 'Ordering by Menuthere' badge also shows on the free menu, removed on paid. And some features (a custom domain, card payments online, WhatsApp on your own number, loyalty) aren't on the free plan. There are no hidden fees on the order itself; commission is 0% on every plan.
What do the paid plans cost and do they have a trial?
Lite is $17/month and Pro is $39/month, and both have a 7-day free trial that starts by entering a card. The subscription is monthly with no contract, and yearly billing charges 10 months for 12. Payment-gateway fees (if you enable card payments) are paid to the gateway, not to Menuthere. Compare what you need in the best ordering system for a small restaurant.
Who this is a good fit for
- A small restaurant, café or bakery that wants to try direct ordering with no cost or commitment.
- Those taking up to 50 orders a month who want 0% commission and a QR menu.
- Those who want to be sure before paying, then upgrade only when needed.
Who this is not for
- Those taking more than 50 orders a month who need unlimited orders; they need a paid plan.
- Those who need online payments, a custom domain or WhatsApp on their own number; these are on paid plans.
Common follow-up questions
Is the free plan a trial that ends?
No. The Free plan is $0 forever and is not a time-limited trial. Its limit is 50 orders a month; past that the menu turns view-only until the 1st, or you upgrade to an unlimited plan.
Does Menuthere take commission on my orders?
No. Commission is 0% on every plan, including Free. You only pay the payment gateway's card fee if you enable online payments, and that is separate from Menuthere and goes to the gateway.
What happens after 50 orders a month?
Your menu turns view-only until the 1st of the next month, or you upgrade to an unlimited paid plan (Lite or Pro) to keep taking orders.
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Sources (2)
- Menuthere pricing and plans (Free / Lite / Pro), Menuthere, read 25 October 2026
- Free online ordering system by Menuthere, Menuthere, read 25 October 2026