Comparison Guide
Foodpanda charges 25-35% commission on every order. Digital QR Menue costs PKR 1,500/month with zero commission. See why thousands of Pakistani restaurants are switching to direct QR menus.
See how much you actually pay based on monthly order volume.
| Monthly Orders | Avg Order Value | Foodpanda Cost (30%) | Digital QR Menue Cost | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | PKR 800 | PKR 24,000 | PKR 1,500 | PKR 22,500 |
| 300 | PKR 800 | PKR 72,000 | PKR 1,500 | PKR 70,500 |
| 500 | PKR 800 | PKR 120,000 | PKR 2,500 | PKR 117,500 |
| 1000 | PKR 800 | PKR 240,000 | PKR 4,500 | PKR 235,500 |
Based on 30% Foodpanda commission. Actual commission varies by plan and promotions.
| Feature | Foodpanda | Digital QR Menue |
|---|---|---|
| Commission per order | 25-35% | 0% |
| Monthly cost | Varies (commission-based) | PKR 1,500 flat |
| Customer data ownership | Foodpanda owns it | You own it |
| Menu control | Limited by Foodpanda rules | Full control |
| Pricing control | Foodpanda can override | You set all prices |
| Branding | Foodpanda branded | Your restaurant branded |
| WhatsApp ordering | Not available | Built-in |
| QR code on tables | Not available | Core feature |
| Dine-in ordering | Delivery/takeaway only | Dine-in + delivery + takeaway |
| Customer reach | Large (marketplace) | Your existing customers |
| Setup time | 1-2 weeks | 5 minutes |
| Contract required | Yes (6-12 months) | No — cancel anytime |
You don't have to choose one or the other. The smartest restaurants in Pakistan use a hybrid strategy: Foodpanda for discovery, and a digital QR menu for repeat orders.
Step 1: Keep your Foodpanda listing to attract new customers who search for food delivery in your area. Foodpanda's marketing budget brings customers to you.
Step 2: When those customers visit your restaurant for dine-in, place your QR menu on the table. They scan it, see your full menu, and order directly via WhatsApp — no Foodpanda commission.
Step 3: Over time, build your own customer list. Share your menu link on social media, print your QR code on takeaway bags, and give it to repeat customers. Within 6-12 months, 60-80% of your orders will come directly — saving you tens of thousands of rupees every month.
Common questions about switching from Foodpanda to a direct digital menu.
Foodpanda typically charges 25-35% commission on every order. This means if a customer orders PKR 1,000 worth of food, Foodpanda keeps PKR 250-350. For restaurants with thin margins, this commission can be the difference between profit and loss.
Digital QR Menue charges a flat monthly fee starting from PKR 1,500/month. There is zero commission on orders. You keep 100% of every sale. This predictable pricing model is better for restaurant budgets than commission-based platforms.
Yes. Many restaurants use Foodpanda for discovery (new customers find them on the app) while using a digital QR menu for dine-in, takeaway, and repeat customers. This way you benefit from Foodpanda's reach without paying commission on every order.
Foodpanda is a marketplace that lists your restaurant alongside competitors. A QR menu is YOUR own branded menu that sits on YOUR tables and goes directly to YOUR customers. With Foodpanda, you compete on price. With a QR menu, you own the customer relationship.
You don't have to leave Foodpanda entirely. Use it for discovery while building your own direct ordering channel via QR menu. Over time, as customers discover your restaurant through Foodpanda, they'll order directly through your QR menu — saving you commission on repeat orders.
Sign up for Digital QR Menue (free 30-day trial), add your menu items and prices, print your QR code, and place it on tables. You can keep your Foodpanda listing for new customer discovery while building your direct ordering channel.
Join thousands of Pakistani restaurants saving PKR 20,000-100,000+ every month by ordering directly through Digital QR Menue. Free 30-day trial. No credit card needed.
Free 30-day trial • Zero commission • Cancel anytime