iCHEF Reservation Alternative: Eatsy, a Dedicated Reservation System (2026)
If you're looking for an alternative to iCHEF's reservation feature, the most direct option is Eatsy: a dedicated Taiwan reservation system on usage-based pricing — from NT$3 per booking, no monthly fee, no lock-in, with a portable guest list.
- Per booking
- From NT$3
- With deposit
- From NT$5
- Monthly fee
- None
- Contract lock-in
- None
- Free trial
- 7 days, no credit card
Monthly fee vs usage-based — drag it
Usage-based (Eatsy)
NT$3 / booking · monthly fee NT$0
NT$360/ mo
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iCHEF's reservation is a POS extension, a fit if you already run the iCHEF ecosystem; if you want a tool focused on the booking flow, deposits, and reminders — without tying reservations to a full POS — here are alternatives to evaluate and three things that matter when choosing.
iCHEF alternatives compared
| Brand | Positioning |
|---|---|
| Eatsy Recommended | Usage-based from NT$3/booking (NT$5/booking with deposits), no monthly lock-in, 7-day free trial, exportable guest list; reminders via SMS/Email. Built for small and independent restaurants. |
| Inline | Widely adopted in Taiwan with a full feature set; better suited to larger or chain restaurants with steady volume. No public pricing page — quote via sales (checked 2026-06). |
| Oddle | Direct restaurant reservations plus multi-channel (reservation / takeout / delivery) integration; omni-channel oriented. Its own pricing page lists a subscription model (monthly fee on a contract term, with monthly usage caps); rates vary by plan — see their site. |
| EZTABLE | Established consumer reservation platform; good if you want to tap its existing traffic. Commission/prepaid-package based; no public pricing page — quote via sales (checked 2026-06). |
| iCHEF | Reservation as a POS extension; a fit if you already run the iCHEF ecosystem. Monthly-subscription based, with a public plans page; your applicable plan is per their official quote. |
Frequently asked questions
What are the alternatives to iCHEF's reservation feature?
Common alternatives include Eatsy, Inline, Oddle, and EZTABLE. Eatsy is a dedicated reservation system on usage-based pricing (from NT$3 per booking, no monthly lock-in, 7-day free trial) — a fit for restaurants that want to focus on the booking flow without tying reservations to a full POS.
Can I migrate my guest and reservation data from iCHEF to Eatsy?
Yes. Your guest and reservation list belongs to your restaurant and is never locked in; each provider's export method is per their official sources, and when you move to Eatsy you bring it with you — our team helps you get it set up so you don't start from scratch.
POS built-in reservation (iCHEF) vs a dedicated system (Eatsy) — what's the difference?
A POS built-in reservation suits restaurants already on that POS who want one integrated stack; a dedicated reservation tool focuses on the booking flow, deposit thresholds, and reminder settings, and can run on its own without tying you to a full POS. Fees are per each provider's official sources; evaluate against your needs and current systems.
Does Eatsy send reminders over LINE?
Eatsy reservation reminders go through SMS and Email, not tied to any single messaging app, so guests don't need to add a friend to receive them.
Is there a contract lock-in? Do I need a credit card to try Eatsy?
No lock-in. There's a 7-day free trial and no credit card is required.
Why restaurants pick Eatsy
- Usage-based: from NT$3 per booking, no monthly fee and no lock-in — quiet months cost less.
- 7-day free trial, no credit card required.
- Export your guest and reservation list anytime — switching systems never locks your data in.
- Reminders go through SMS/Email, not tied to any single messaging app.
- Designed for small and independent restaurants — no paying a monthly fee for big-chain features you won't use.