Shokken vs WaitHub

Shokken is a restaurant waitlist manager for walk-in service. Add parties at the host stand, or display a QR code so guests can join and follow their place in a browser—no guest app or account required. Manage your waitlist from your phone or tablet. Add Shokken Pro to send waitlist texts to guests who opt in. FREE WAITLIST TOOLS • Add walk-in parties from the host app • Let guests join themselves by QR • Give guests a live browser tracker • Run separate waitlists for the dining room, patio, bar, or other areas • Keep the same waitlist updated across signed-in phones and tablets • Let guests leave the waitlist themselves • Publish menus and make them available while guests wait • Create printable QR signage with Shokken Print Studio ADD PRO FOR GUEST TEXTS • Send transactional waitlist texts to guests who opt in • Choose ready-made message-template packs • Use a plain waitlist QR code without the Shokken logo • Use a custom menu link for the account Shokken Free remains available without a subscription. Current Pro pricing and renewal terms appear before purchase. Built for restaurant hosts and owners in the United States. Terms: https://shokken.rsvp/terms Privacy: https://shokken.rsvp/privacy SMS details: https://shokken.rsvp/sms

WaitHub is the restaurant waitlist and host stand app for iPad and iPhone. Add walk-in parties, text guests when their table is ready, take online reservations, and cut no-shows, all from the host stand. No pagers, no paper list, no per-cover fees. KEY FEATURES Real-Time Waitlist Management • Add parties instantly with party size, contact info, and estimated wait times • Drag-and-drop reordering to prioritize parties effortlessly • Automatic real-time sync across all devices — see updates instantly • Track party status: Waiting, Served, or No-Show • Smart wait time calculations based on historical data Online Reservations • Guests book online through a shareable booking link • Capacity-based availability with table bins and turn times • Visual timeline view — see your day at a glance, tap to create • Auto no-show after configurable grace period • Rebook cancelled or no-show reservations in one tap • Set booking windows, party size limits, and cover flow limits • Upcoming reservations appear on your waitlist before arrival Multi-Location Support • Manage multiple business locations from one account • Switch between locations instantly with our location switcher • Each location maintains separate waitlists, reservations, and settings Customer Communication • Automated welcome SMS when parties are added • Reservation confirmation and reminder texts • One-tap "Table Ready" notifications • Customizable message templates for every touchpoint • Two-way SMS chat interface • Guest self-service — edit or cancel reservations via SMS link Team Management • Role-based access control • Invite team members and assign location permissions • Track edits and status updates Self Check-In System • Customers check in via QR code • Customizable hours and limits • Geofencing to restrict check-ins to location proximity Beautiful, Modern Design • Optimized for iPad and iPhone • Dark mode support • Intuitive, minimal interface Perfect for: Restaurants, cafes, bars, breweries, food trucks, and any business seating walk-in guests. https://waithub.app/terms