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Commission-free ordering system setup cost
What does building your own ordering system actually consist of? We explain one-time setup, monthly subscription, payment processing fee and optional modules through a sample total cost of ownership (TCO).
Short answer
The cost of your own ordering system consists of a one-time setup (theme, menu entry, domain) plus ongoing items (monthly subscription, payment processing fee, optional modules). Calculating the annual TCO and comparing it with the marketplace commission on the same turnover leads to the right decision.
What does setup cost consist of?
To read the cost of your own ordering system correctly, separate the items into one-time and ongoing. Otherwise a single "setup fee" figure won't reflect the real cost.
One-time setup items
- Theme/design setup: Preparing brand colors, logo and the order flow.
- Menu entry: Loading products, categories, options and photos into the system.
- Domain and technical setup: Your own domain and SSL connection.
Ongoing (monthly) items
- Subscription: The monthly/annual usage fee of the system (annual payment usually discounted).
- Payment processing fee: The small percentage the virtual POS/payment provider takes on each collection — this is not a turnover commission.
- Optional modules: Add-ons such as loyalty, multi-branch and courier management.
Sample total cost of ownership (TCO)
The following is only an example to show the structure; real figures vary by provider and package:
- One-time setup (theme + menu entry): a single occurrence.
- Monthly subscription: multiply by 12 (annual cost).
- Payment processing fee: your monthly turnover × payment provider rate.
- Optional modules: only the ones you use.
Annual TCO = setup (one-time) + (monthly subscription × 12) + (annual turnover × processing fee rate) + modules. Compare this total with the commission you would pay if the same turnover went through a marketplace; the difference usually favors your own channel.
Tips to lower cost
- Lower the monthly cost with an annual subscription.
- Speed up menu entry with a standard template.
- Enable only the modules you need.
Related topics and resources
- online ordering system pricing
- commission-free ordering providers
- ordering platform commission guide
- order site without a POS
- how online payment works
For details and a demo contact us or review free setup steps.
Frequently asked questions
Is setup a one-time or an ongoing cost?
Setup is usually a one-time item (theme, menu entry, domain). The ongoing items are the monthly subscription and the payment provider's processing fee.
Is the payment processing fee the same as turnover commission?
No. The payment processing fee is the small rate the payment provider (virtual POS) takes on each collection; it should not be confused with a marketplace turnover commission, which is much higher.
Does the commission-free ordering system setup require a mobile app?
No — customers order from a mobile browser. See ordering without downloading an app.
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