Comparison

Hostme for Restaurant vs Simple Host

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hostme for Restaurant

Streamline restaurant operations with a comprehensive front-of-house system. Manage reservations, waitlists, guest databases, and seating with customizable tools and real-time insights. Connect with various platforms and POS systems for seamless integration.

Highlights
  • Unlimited reservations and waitlists
  • Online booking and waitlist options
  • Guest database with history and preferences
  • Customizable deposits and cancellation rules
  • Floor plan and alert customization
  • Real-time operational reports
  • Integrations with Wix, Google Reserve, WhatsApp, POS
Features
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Hostme — Your Front-of-House, Simplified. No Cover Fees. No Headaches. You pour your heart into your restaurant every single day. We get it — and that’s why we built Hostme: to help you handle reservations, waitlists, seating, and guest services with less stress and more ease. Hostme is a modern front-of-house system built for real restaurants, with a simple subscription and no per-cover fees — ever. With Hostme, you can: • Accept unlimited reservations and waitlist guests • Let people book, prepay, or join the waitlist online — via your website, Instagram, Facebook, or widget • Build a guest database with tags, notes, visit history, and preferences • Customize everything — deposits, cancellation rules, floor plans, and alerts • Access easy-to-understand reports and real-time insights • Connect with Wix, Google Reserve, WhatsApp, and many POS systems Thousands of restaurants around the world rely on Hostme — from cozy cafés to growing hospitality groups. We build every feature in collaboration with restaurant owners like you. If you’re ready for less busywork, more control, and happier guests — try Hostme.

About

Simple Host

Streamline restaurant operations with an all-in-one platform for managing reservations, tables, and guest relationships. This app offers online booking, intelligent table management, and direct guest communication to enhance service and efficiency.

Highlights
  • Online reservations and waitlist management
  • Intelligent table and floor plan management
  • 2-way guest messaging and automated reminders
  • Digital guestbook for building profiles
  • Real-time operational statistics
  • Secure cloud backup and multi-device sync
Features
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Elevate your restaurant operations with an all-in-one platform that connects your team, tables, and guests seamlessly. From managing reservations to building lasting guest relationships, handle everything in one powerful app. Online Reservations and Waitlist Accept reservations 24/7 with automated booking management. Smart waitlist system for walk-ins with accurate wait times. Real-time availability updates across all platforms. Intelligent Table Management Visual floor planning with drag-and-drop table assignments. Optimize seating arrangements based on party size. Track table turnover and maximize capacity. 2-Way Guest Conversations Direct messaging with guests for confirmations and updates. Send automated reminders and follow-ups. Handle special requests and dietary preferences seamlessly. Reservation Planning Advanced booking calendar with daily, weekly, and monthly views. Anticipate busy periods with historical data insights. Manage special events and private dining efficiently. Digital Guestbook Build comprehensive guest profiles automatically. Track visit history, preferences, and special occasions. Create personalized experiences for returning guests. Powerful Statistics Real-time analytics on bookings, no-shows, and capacity. Peak hours analysis and revenue tracking. Data-driven insights to optimize operations. Secure Cloud Backup Automatic data synchronization to the cloud. Never lose critical reservation information. Access your data from anywhere, anytime. Smart Push Notifications Instant alerts for new bookings and cancellations. Staff notifications for VIP guests and special requests. Customizable alerts for different team members. Multi-Device Sync Seamless synchronization across phones, tablets, and computers. Multiple staff members can work simultaneously. Changes reflect instantly on all connected devices. Perfect For: Fine dining establishments managing high-value reservations. Busy restaurants optimizing table turnover. Restaurant groups coordinating multiple locations. Any venue prioritizing guest experience and operational efficiency. Why Restaurant Owners Choose Us: Stop juggling between phone calls, paper books, and disconnected systems. Our unified platform ensures every team member has the information they need to deliver exceptional service. Build stronger guest relationships while streamlining operations. Join thousands of restaurants already transforming their reservation management. Terms of Use: www.simplehostapp.com/termsofuse Policy Privacy: www.simplehostapp.com/policy

Screenshots

Hostme for Restaurant4 screens
Simple Host4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hostme for Restaurant at none against Simple Host's 10. Hostme for Restaurant also leads on ratings volume (53 vs 9). Simple Host's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Simple Host sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Hostme for Restaurant asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simple Host holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hostme for Restaurant has 53 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Hostme for Restaurant's written reviews are positive against 83% of Simple Host's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hostme for Restaurant ships an update every 6 weeks, Simple Host every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Hostme for Restaurant versus Simple Host: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHostme for RestaurantSimple Host
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (53 ratings)4.7 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings53 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB112 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHostMe LLC.petrit kojtari

Customer experience

Hostme for Restaurant

All ratings53 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral7.5%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Simple Host

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

None

Hostme for Restaurant

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Simple Host

Subscriptions5
  • Table Management7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Subscription$39.991 Month
  • Basic$49.991 Month
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  • Professional$69.991 Month
  • VIP$99.991 Month
One-time5
  • 100 Messages$4.99
  • 100 Discounted Messages$4.99
  • 1000 Messages$39.99
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  • 1000 Discounted Messages$39.99
  • 2500 Messages$99.99

Questions

Is Hostme for Restaurant free?
Hostme for Restaurant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Host free?
Simple Host is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hostme for Restaurant or Simple Host?
Simple Host is rated higher. Hostme for Restaurant averages 4.4 out of 5 from 53 ratings, while Simple Host averages 4.7 from 9 ratings.
Do Hostme for Restaurant or Simple Host have ads?
Neither Hostme for Restaurant nor Simple Host shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hostme for Restaurant or Simple Host?
Hostme for Restaurant ships an update every 6 weeks, and Simple Host every 3 weeks. Most recently, Hostme for Restaurant was updated on September 12, 2026 and Simple Host on June 4, 2026.

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