Owner.com vs Per Diem vs Gegsy
Which Restaurant App Platform Is Right for You?
If you’re a restaurant owner considering a mobile app to boost orders, drive loyalty, and compete with bigger chains — you’ve likely come across platforms like Owner.com and Per Diem. While both offer solid options, they often come with trade-offs like high fees, limited customization, or rigid pricing structures.
That’s where Gegsy comes in.
Built by restaurant owners for restaurant owners, Gegsy delivers the same branded mobile experience as the big names — without the inflated costs or locked-in pricing models. Let’s break down how Owner.com, Per Diem, and Gegsy stack up when it comes to key features, pricing, and real-world results.
Platform Overview
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Platform |
Ideal For | Business Model | Square Integration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner.com | Upscale, independent restaurants | Flat monthly fee + commission | ❌ No Square integration |
| Per Diem | Coffee shops, quick service brands | Monthly (Starts at $99) + per-order fees | ✅ Square Partner |
| Gegsy | Small to mid-size restaurants, multi-location brands | Monthly (Starts at $19) + per-order fees | ✅ Square Partner |
Key Differences
1. Square Integration
If you’re using Square POS, this is critical.
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Owner.com does not integrate with Square, meaning you’ll need to manually manage orders and payments across platforms.
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Per Diem offers full integration with Square.
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Gegsy is built specifically for Square merchants, with full support for:
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Orders (pickup/delivery)
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Loyalty rewards
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Gift cards
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Marketing integrations
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App Marketplace listing
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Gegsy isn’t just compatible with Square — it’s an extension of your Square dashboard.
2. Pricing Transparency
Many restaurants are surprised by hidden fees in their monthly app provider invoices. Here’s how the platforms compare:
| Platform | Monthly Fee | Per Order Fee | Setup Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner.com | $249–$399 | 0%–10% | High (varies) |
| Per Diem | $99 + $49 per add’l location | $0.50–$1.50 per order | $0 setup |
| Gegsy | $49+ $39 per add’l location | $0.50–$1.50 per order | $0 setup |
Gegsy is ideal for businesses looking for predictable, low-overhead pricing that scales with orders — not just subscriptions.
3. Design & Customization
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Owner.com offers a slick web app but limited mobile flexibility.
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Per Diem builds clean apps with customization options.
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Gegsy delivers white-labeled mobile apps for iOS and Android, fully branded with your logo, colors, and menu. Your app is listed in your own name in the app stores.
4. Loyalty & Marketing Tools
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Owner.com has strong email tools, but loyalty is mostly point-based and limited to web use.
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Per Diem uses Square’s built-in loyalty program and allows customization or creative rewards.
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Gegsy integrates with Square Loyalty, Gift Cards, and even supports in-app messaging and push notifications — all tied to your customers.
Want to offer “Double Points Tuesdays” or send “We miss you” messages to lapsed customers? Gegsy does that out of the box.
”We built Gegsy after using other solutions at our own restaurant. We wanted more flexibility, better Square sync, and fairer pricing. So we built our own — and now share it with other Square businesses like ours.
Briant Almonte - Founder
Final Verdict
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best Square Integration | Gegsy / PerDiem |
| Most Affordable | Gegsy |
| Strongest Branding | Gegsy |
| Marketing Features | Owner.com |
| Coffee Shop Focus | Gegsy / Per Diem |
If you’re a Square-powered restaurant looking for a simple, powerful mobile app that’s built for your workflow — Gegsy is your best bet and most affordable option.
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