HubPlate vs Clover
Short answer: HubPlate is a flat $99 per month per location with everything included, runs on devices you already own, and is month-to-month. Clover is a good fit for restaurants that like Clover's hardware and want an app marketplace.
Side by side
| Compare | HubPlate | Clover |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly software | 30-day free trial, then $1,188/year per location with setup waived and a website included, or $99/mo plus a one-time $249 setup. Everything included. | About $59.95/mo (Counter Service) to $89.95/mo (Table Service) when bought directly from Clover; resellers price differently. |
| Card processing | No HubPlate transaction fees. Card payments go through Stripe at Stripe's standard rate, and you can pass that fee to guests as a service charge. | About 2.3% + 10¢ in person on full plans. |
| Hardware | Bring your own: Android app, or any iPhone, iPad or computer in the browser. Bluetooth printers and Stripe card readers. | Clover's own devices, e.g. Station Duo around $1,899; Flex around $599–$749. |
| Contract | Monthly plan: month-to-month, cancel anytime. Yearly plan: paid once a year, runs to the end of the year if you cancel. | Month-to-month options directly from Clover; 36–48 month terms are common through resellers. |
Clover figures are publicly reported prices, checked October 2026. Prices change, so confirm with Clover before deciding. Sources: UpMenu: Clover POS pricing 2026, The POS Brokers: Clover pricing 2026.
Why owners look at HubPlate
- 30-day free trial, then one flat price per location. Online ordering, reservations, kitchen display, inventory, scheduling, payroll tools and reporting are included.
- No HubPlate transaction fees. Pass Stripe's card fee to guests if you choose.
- Use your own devices: Android app, or any iPhone, iPad or computer in the browser.
- Keeps taking orders when the internet drops and syncs when it's back.
- Local, founder-led setup and training (San Antonio area), plus Zoom and phone support.
Things to check with Clover
- Significant upfront hardware cost.
- Contract terms depend on who sells it to you; read reseller agreements closely.
Frequently asked questions
How much does HubPlate cost compared with Clover?
HubPlate starts with a 30-day free trial, then $1,188 a year per location with the setup waived and a restaurant website included, or $99 per month plus a one-time $249 setup. Everything is included on both plans. HubPlate charges no transaction fees; card payments go through Stripe at Stripe's standard rate, and you can choose to pass that fee to guests as a service charge. See the table above for Clover's publicly reported pricing.
Do I need to buy new hardware to use HubPlate?
Usually not. HubPlate runs on the Android app or in the browser on any iPhone, iPad or computer. It works with Bluetooth receipt printers and Stripe card readers.
Can I switch from Clover to HubPlate?
Yes. HubPlate can read your current printed menu from a photo to build your digital menu, and the founder helps with setup in person (San Antonio, Texas area) or over Zoom, plus phone support.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. HubPlate starts with a 30-day free trial, then is month-to-month and you can cancel anytime.
See it on your own menu
A free 20-minute demo with the founder. No pressure, no contract.