Oden POS vs Loyverse

Which one is better for your restaurant in Mexico? An honest comparison of features, pricing, support, and daily operations. No exaggerated marketing.

Updated May 2026. Based on both products' public plans.

Short version

  • Loyverse is a good fit if you combine retail and restaurant operations, do not need CFDI invoicing, and want to start with a free plan.
  • Oden POS is a better fit if you run a Mexican restaurant and need native CFDI 4.0 invoicing, integrated KDS, mobile ordering designed for servers, and Spanish WhatsApp support.
  • In final pricing with equivalent modules, Oden Pro ($599 MXN/month, VAT included, all features included) is usually more affordable than Loyverse with all add-ons enabled.

Side-by-side comparison

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FeatureOden POSLoyverse
POS on tablet / phone
App for iOS and Android
Works offline
Built specifically for restaurants
Yes, but also supports retail
Mobile order-taking built for servers
Limitado
KDS (kitchen display)
Yes, via a separate paid app
Dish routing by station
Manual
Real-time table management
Básica
Check splitting (by seat, item, equal parts)
Básica
Modifiers and notes per dish
CFDI 4.0 invoicing (Mexico)
Loyverse doesn't issue Mexican CFDI invoices natively
QR receipts for invoicing
Star and Epson thermal printers
Base monthly price
Loyverse charges per add-on: KDS, employees, advanced inventory
$89 Basic or $599 Pro/mo VAT includedGratis (POS base)
Real cost with KDS + staff
$89/mo Basic (KDS included, no add-ons)~$25 USD/mo (~$450 MXN) per terminal with add-ons
No contracts or lock-in
Spanish support via WhatsApp
Email, mostly in English
Company with presence in Mexico
Loyverse operates out of Germany
Integrated loyalty program
Online ordering for guests
Sí, con add-on

When to choose Oden POS

  • You run a restaurant in Mexico and need CFDI 4.0 invoicing
  • You want servers, kitchen, and cashier to use separate devices
  • You need mobile order-taking with UX designed for restaurants
  • Spanish support over WhatsApp matters to you
  • You prefer the Pro plan ($599/month) with no add-ons or module surprises

When to choose Loyverse

  • You run a hybrid retail + cafe / fast-casual business
  • You do not need Mexican CFDI invoicing
  • You are starting with zero budget and only need to charge customers
  • Your operation is a single point with no servers
  • You are comfortable in English and email support works for you

Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between Oden POS and Loyverse?

Loyverse is a general POS that works for both retail and restaurants (historically more retail-oriented). Oden POS is specifically designed for restaurants in Mexico - it includes native CFDI 4.0 invoicing, mobile ordering UX designed for servers, integrated KDS without add-ons, and Spanish WhatsApp support with a local presence.

Is Loyverse really free?

Loyverse's core POS is free, but most restaurants end up paying for extra modules: Kitchen Display (~$5 USD/month), Employee Management (~$25 USD/month), Advanced Inventory, and more. Once you add what a real restaurant needs, pricing usually lands between $20 and $40 USD/month per terminal. Oden has a Basic plan at $89/mo with a free first month, and a Pro plan at $599 MXN/month with VAT included that includes everything with no add-ons.

Does Oden POS support CFDI 4.0 invoicing?

Yes. Oden POS generates receipts with a QR code so your customer can self-invoice in seconds from their phone, and it issues CFDI 4.0 directly from the system with your RFC and tax regime. Loyverse does not include native invoicing for Mexico - you need an external stamping solution.

When does Loyverse make more sense than Oden?

Loyverse makes sense if your business combines retail and restaurant operations in the same location (for example, a cafe with a retail shop) and you do not need Mexican CFDI invoicing. It can also work if you are starting with zero budget and only need to process payments. For a growing Mexican restaurant that needs mobile ordering, KDS, tables, and invoices, Oden is more complete and usually costs less overall.

Can I migrate from Loyverse to Oden POS?

Yes. We help you import your product catalog and categories directly. It usually takes 1 to 3 days depending on menu size. Message us on WhatsApp and we will guide you step by step.

Does Oden POS work offline like Loyverse?

Yes. Oden POS keeps charging, printing receipts, and sending kitchen tickets without internet. When the connection returns, everything syncs automatically to the cloud.

Want to try Oden POS in your restaurant?

Guided setup in less than one day. If it is not a fit, you can cancel with no lock-in.