Comparison

Eater vs Buzzdash Restaurant

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

Head to head
About

Eater

Discover top restaurant and bar recommendations curated by expert editors. Find new places in any city, get personalized suggestions, and easily make reservations. Never have a bad meal again with trusted insider picks.

Highlights
  • Editor-curated restaurant picks
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Insider community connection
  • Smart search functionality
  • Create and share custom lists
  • Direct table reservations
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The Eater app is the most trusted way to find great restaurants. Our editors have spent years eating at the best restaurants and bars so you always know where to go next. Get instant access to all of Eater’s restaurant picks in every major city, whether you're exploring a new neighborhood, planning a trip, or need a quick rec on the go. With the Eater app, you’ll never have a bad meal. What you’ll love about the Eater app: - Curated by editors: Trusted recommendations and reviews from people who know restaurants - Insider to insider: Follow and connect with editors, chefs, and friends, and be part of the Eater community - Ask anything: Smarter search that finds the places you actually want - Recommended for you: Eater’s take on restaurants near you and wherever you travel - Create and share: Browse Eater lists, make your own, and share your favorite spots with friends - Browse to book: Reserve tables directly in the Eater app so you’re one step closer to a great meal With the Eater app, the next great place to eat or drink is in the palm of your hand, no matter where the day (or night) takes you. Download the Eater app to find your next great meal.

About

Buzzdash Restaurant

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The Buzzdash Restaurant Management app streamlines operations by allowing restaurant owners to manage orders, track deliveries in real-time, and communicate seamlessly with customers and delivery personnel. Update your menu, add or edit products, and get real-time performance insights directly from the app. With built-in eWallet integration, restaurant owners can easily manage their earnings and transfer funds to their bank accounts. Customer reviews and detailed insights help owners maintain a high level of service, while the multi-language support makes it easier to operate globally. This app is a complete tool for managing restaurant operations efficiently and growing your business.

Screenshots

Eater4 screens
Buzzdash Restaurant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Buzzdash Restaurant at none against Eater's shown. Buzzdash Restaurant also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). Eater's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Eater ships an update weekly, Buzzdash Restaurant every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Eater versus Buzzdash Restaurant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEaterBuzzdash Restaurant
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (64 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews41.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings64 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB43 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperVox Media, Inc.Kenroy Thompson

Bugs and requests

Eater

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Search and account icons smushed on main map page
  • Location settings get stuck after disabling tracking

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add filters and sorting for map/list view
  • Allow sharing of restaurant lists
  • Improve font size and layout on map view

Buzzdash Restaurant

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Eater

No in-app purchases

None

Buzzdash Restaurant

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Eater free?
Eater is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Buzzdash Restaurant free?
Buzzdash Restaurant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Eater or Buzzdash Restaurant have ads?
Eater shows ads; Buzzdash Restaurant does not.
Which is updated more often, Eater or Buzzdash Restaurant?
Eater ships an update weekly, and Buzzdash Restaurant every 8 months. Most recently, Eater was updated on November 3, 2026 and Buzzdash Restaurant on November 4, 2026.

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