How much is HungerStation commission for restaurants?
By the Menuthere editorial team · Updated
HungerStation doesn't publish an official commission rate; it is set in each restaurant's contract. 2026 reports put the range at 15% to 25% per order (some guides to 30%), and in 2022 the newspaper Al Eqtisadiah put it at 23% (the highest of five apps, with an 18% average). Your own channel — a website, QR codes and WhatsApp — charges 0% commission and a flat monthly fee, starting on Menuthere's Free plan at $0. Updated October 2026.
- HungerStation publishes no fixed rate; each restaurant's rate is in its contract.
- 2026 reports put the range at 15%–25% per order, some guides up to 30%.
- Al Eqtisadiah estimated HungerStation's commission at 23% in 2022 — the highest of five apps (18% average).
- Menuthere is 0% commission on every plan, and Free includes 50 orders a month at $0.
- Paid plans (Lite $17/mo, Pro $39/mo) add your domain, online payments and WhatsApp on your own number, with a 14-day free trial.
Move HungerStation repeat orders to your channel
Menuthere gives you an ordering website, printable QR codes and WhatsApp ordering on your own number, with 0% commission on every order and a Free plan to start. Keep your direct orders whole, with no cut to anyone.
How much does HungerStation take per order?
HungerStation doesn't publish its rate; it is set in each restaurant's contract. In Saudi Arabia, 2026 reports put the range at roughly 15% to 25% per order, and some guides up to 30% depending on the contract and promotions. In 2022, Al Eqtisadiah — working from merchants' contracts — put it at 23%, the highest of five apps with an 18% average. Treat these as approximate and check your contract.
| Source | Approx. rate |
|---|---|
| 2026 reports (Flow) | 15%–25% (sometimes to 30%) |
| Al Eqtisadiah 2022 | 23% (highest; 18% average) |
| Your own channel (Menuthere) | 0% per order |
When does a flat fee beat HungerStation commission?
The more you sell on HungerStation, the more commission you pay, while a flat fee stays the same. For example, at 300 orders averaging SAR 60 and a 23% rate, you pay HungerStation about SAR 4,140 a month; a fixed paid plan costs the same no matter how orders grow. On Menuthere's Free plan there is no fee up to 50 orders a month. Work out your break-even from your average order and order count.
- Every extra riyal of sales on HungerStation raises the commission; a flat fee doesn't move.
- The payment gateway's card fee is separate from Menuthere and goes to the gateway.
- Free covers 50 orders a month at $0 before any upgrade.
Should I leave HungerStation completely?
Not necessarily, and not all at once. HungerStation brings discovery and new customers, while your own channel keeps repeat orders commission-free. Keep the app, put a QR code and link on tables, receipts and packaging, and move regulars to WhatsApp and your site. Compare the two in Talabat/HungerStation or my own site.
Who this is a good fit for
- A Saudi restaurant, café or cloud kitchen selling on HungerStation that wants to cut the commission.
- Owners who can send customers to their own link through QR codes, Google, Instagram and WhatsApp.
- Those who want to start free and upgrade only when needed.
Who this is not for
- A brand-new place with no customer base: the HungerStation marketplace can bring the first orders while you build your own channel.
- Owners who want the app to handle drivers and discovery entirely; HungerStation stays useful alongside your channel.
Common follow-up questions
What exactly is HungerStation's commission from restaurants?
HungerStation publishes no rate; it is set in your contract. 2026 reports put it at 15% to 25%, and Al Eqtisadiah put it at 23% in 2022. Check your contract for your actual rate.
Can I start an alternative channel for free?
Yes. The Free plan is $0 and includes 50 orders a month, your menu, an ordering website and QR codes. Past 50 orders the menu turns view-only until the 1st, or you upgrade.
Does HungerStation's commission include promotions and marketing?
Commission is one line, and promotion or marketing costs are often added on top in some contracts, making the real cost higher than the base rate. Read your contract terms carefully.
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Sources (3)
- Delivery platform commissions in Saudi Arabia (15–25%), Flow, read 25 October 2026
- Delivery-app commission comparison (HungerStation 23%, 18% average), Al Eqtisadiah, 25 November 2022
- Menuthere pricing — 0% commission on every plan, Menuthere, read 25 October 2026