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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Aloha Cloud

    Score7.3 out of 10
    N/AAloha POS is a point-of-sale software solution with features such as highest market share in the industry and streamline food preparation and delivery.N/A

    Northstar Restaurant POS

    Score6 out of 10
    N/ACustom Business Solutions (CBS) in Irvine, California offers Northstar, a restaurant dedicated point of sale system supporting all restaurants from quick serve to fine dining, as well as bars, cruises, and amusement parks.N/A
    Pricing
    Aloha CloudNorthstar Restaurant POS
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    Pricing Offerings
    Aloha CloudNorthstar Restaurant POS
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    User Ratings
    Aloha CloudNorthstar Restaurant POS
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.8
    (8 ratings)
    6.0
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    9.0
    (2 ratings)
    -
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    Support Rating
    8.5
    (3 ratings)
    -
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    User Testimonials
    Aloha CloudNorthstar Restaurant POS
    Likelihood to Recommend
    NCR VOYIX
    Aloha POS is well suited for any kind of full-service restaurant, from high volume establishments to low volume, intimate fine dining settings. The universality to the system makes it an asset for any operation. I don't see much need for Aloha POS when it comes to fast casual, or fast food establishments, as Aloha POS is geared more toward constant communication and planning between the front of house service and back of house prep. For counter service, I believe this would be underutilized, and these establishments would be fine with a simpler service.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
    The Northstar Restaurant POS is the POS system specifically designed for Country Clubs. It works well in a Country Club scenario where things need to be customized to member preferences, and there are a large number of menu items. If there is a restaurant where the menu is simpler, without as much customization needed, the Northstar Restaurant POS may be a bit too large and cumbersome. The Northstar Restaurant POS is good for detail but not necessarily speed.
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    Pros
    NCR VOYIX
    • Extremely user-friendly. The layout and simplicity of the program made for fast, accurate transactions. This was an easy system to learn for all of our users and made training a much more streamlined process.
    • Versatility - even in the largest of transactions, my options for payment were wide-ranging (from charging to house accounts to accepting check, cash, or card). My ability to update price keys and users was extremely helpful where other systems have proven to be difficult to navigate.
    • Great support. As we transitioned to newer versions of Aloha, we always had a great line of communication with customer support, and fast, friendly service.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
    • Very Customizable
    • Allows for a large number of items to be added
    • Same system can be used at multiple locations
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    Cons
    NCR VOYIX
    • Sometimes you need tech support to help add or delete tabs.
    • The programs are always growing and updating so sometimes you need assistance.
    • The tech support isn't always available or takes time for them to respond.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
    • Once an item is in the system it cannot be removed
    • Can be complicated on the back end if prices need adjusted
    • If you have a large customized menu, the tableside POS does function properly
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    Usability
    NCR VOYIX
    Overall, Aloha POS's usability is phenomenal. The interface is extremely easy to navigate through. All buttons and tabs are easy to add or delete. Having a piece of software that is easy to toggle through creates a much more efficient workplace. I love the ease of use. A brand new employee can jump right into the system and use it with no issues.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
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    Support Rating
    NCR VOYIX
    There were a lot of instances where I had to call back or a problem wasn't resolved, specifically with Aloha loyalty.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
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    Alternatives Considered
    NCR VOYIX
    Aloha is much better than Revel and MICROS. Revel is not set up to handle very large volume of transactions & use. Aloha has many more features than the other two, with more thorough reports, etc. I personally have used ALOHA at several restaurants through the years, but I have never been a part of the implementation process.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
    I have not used any other restaurant POS systems. I have heard there are more robust restaurant POS systems available; however, very few of them are so customizable for our needs. Being a Country Club, our focus is on member service. Northstar Restaurant POS allows us to have a large number of menu items available so we can serve our members effectively.
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    Return on Investment
    NCR VOYIX
    • Through reprint, we were able to identify an issue around drink sales and create a plan to increase them.
    • We were able to speed up the check-out process, allowing us to move people through faster.
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    Custom Business Solutions (CBS)
    • Northstar Restaurant POS has allowed us to track sales items, remove poor sellers, and add new items to keep our menu fresh.
    • We are able to easily adjust pricing to reflect current market trends.
    • We are able to do a mass price adjustment to our entire menu if necessary.
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