Restaurant POS Software — Genuinely Free
No credit card. No trial that expires. No surprise charges. Start with our Cloud POS free tier and run your restaurant from any device — forever.
What you get — for free
The Cloud POS free tier includes everything you need to run a small restaurant.
Order Management
Take orders, manage tables, apply modifiers. Keyboard-first interface for speed.
3 Wait Staff + 2 Terminals
Enough for a small cafe or takeaway. Upgrade anytime as you grow.
Sales Dashboard
Real-time sales, expenses, and daily cash reconciliation in your browser.
Kitchen Printing
Print to network thermal printers directly from the POS client.
Daily Backups
Automated daily backups with 7-day retention. Your data is always safe.
Works on Any Device
Phone, tablet, or desktop. No specialised hardware needed.
Ready for more? Upgrade when you need to
The free tier is just the start. Each paid plan unlocks more staff, deeper analytics, and advanced features.
| Feature | Free | Cloud 1 | Cloud 2 | Cloud 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wait staff | 3 | 5 | 10 | Unlimited |
| Terminals | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 |
| Sales dashboard | Basic | Full | Full | Full |
| Wait staff analytics | — | |||
| CSV export | — | |||
| Smart stock engine | — | — | ||
| Tableside ordering | — | — | — |
Two ways to start free
Cloud POS is free forever. On-Prem gives you 21 days to try everything.
Cloud POS Free Tier
Recommended- 3 wait staff, 2 terminals
- No credit card required
- No server needed — works on any device
- Upgrade for analytics, stock engine
On-Prem 21-Day Trial
- 15 wait staff, 3 terminals — all features
- Works offline — no internet needed
- Full fiscal compliance (eTIMS, ZRA, etc.)
- Requires server hardware
Trusted by Restaurants Across East Africa
From single-outlet cafes to multi-branch chains, Moneta Pay POS powers restaurants that serve thousands of customers every day.
"We've been running Moneta Pay POS for over 10 years now. The wait staff analytics alone have helped us cut idle time by 30%. We can see exactly who's performing and who needs support. The system just works — even when our internet drops."
"During our lunch rush on Tom Mboya, speed is everything. Our cashiers place orders in seconds using keyboard shortcuts. The M-PESA reconciliation saves us hours every week — we used to match payments manually."
"Managing three branches used to mean driving between locations. Now I check sales, expenses, and staff performance from my phone. The void audit trail gives us complete accountability."
"As a specialized concept under the Olive brand, we needed a POS that could handle our unique menu while keeping the same reporting standards across all locations. Moneta Pay does exactly that — one system, consistent data, easy to train new staff."
"The kitchen ticket routing is flawless. Orders go to the right station every time. And the expense tracking helps us monitor our food costs daily — we can spot price changes from suppliers immediately."
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the free tier really free?
Yes. No credit card, no trial expiry, no surprise charges. The Cloud POS free tier is genuinely free — 3 wait staff, 2 terminals, basic features. Use it as long as you want.
What's the catch?
No catch. The free tier has a revenue cap and basic features. When you need analytics, stock tracking, or more wait staff, upgrade to a paid plan. You're never forced to.
What do I need to get started?
Just a phone, tablet, or laptop with internet access. Sign up, add your menu, and you're live in under 5 minutes. Optional: a thermal printer for receipts and kitchen tickets.
Can I upgrade later?
Anytime. Upgrade from free to Cloud 1, 2, or 3 for more wait staff, terminals, and advanced features like analytics and smart stock. Or switch to On-Prem for offline operation and fiscal compliance.
Do you offer a free POS for on-premise?
The On-Prem POS has a 21-day full-experience trial — 15 wait staff, 3 terminals, all features unlocked. After that, plans start at KES 2,500/month.
Start free today. No credit card needed.
Sign up in 2 minutes. Add your menu. Start taking orders.
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