Oden POS vs SoftRestaurant

Is it worth switching from SoftRestaurant to a modern POS? An honest comparison of hardware, total cost, mobile order-taking, and support. For restaurants in Mexico.

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

Short version

  • SoftRestaurant is the traditional system in Mexico: it runs on Windows PCs, relies on printed tickets or fixed terminals, and has a steep learning curve. It works, but it still follows a 2010 operating model.
  • Oden POS is the modern approach: it runs on any iPad or Android phone, servers take orders directly at the table, the kitchen receives orders on a screen (KDS), and setup takes hours, not days.
  • Total 3-year cost: SoftRestaurant usually costs more in hardware (PC + terminals + matrix printers) than Oden's annual subscription ($599/month VAT included), without even accounting for staff training time.

Side-by-side comparison

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FeatureOden POSSoftRestaurant
Runs on iPad / phone (no PC)
SoftRestaurant requires a Windows PC as the server
Native iOS / Android app
Mobile ordering for waiters
Con add-on caro
Setup in under 1 day
SoftRestaurant install usually takes 2-5 days with an on-site technician
Training included
Pago aparte
KDS (kitchen display screen)
Add-on adicional
Built specifically for restaurants
Table management
Bill splitting (by seat, item, even shares)
Limitada
CFDI 4.0 invoicing
QR receipts for self-invoicing
Works offline
Yes, but data stays local
Real-time cloud sync
SoftRestaurant stores data on a local server; viewing reports from home requires a VPN
Reports from your phone
Initial price (hardware + software)
$89 Basic or $599/mo Pro$15,000–$40,000 MXN upfront + annual license
Recurring cost
$599 MXN/mo, VAT included~$3,000–$6,000 MXN/year per terminal
No contracts or lock-in
SoftRestaurant is usually sold with a perpetual license + mandatory annual maintenance
Automatic updates
Manual con técnico
Spanish support via WhatsApp
Through a local reseller (varies)
Assisted migration from another system
No estandarizada

When to choose Oden POS

  • • You want servers to take orders at the table from their phone
  • • You do not want to pay for PC + server + dedicated POS terminals
  • • Your restaurant is new or you are planning to modernize your setup
  • • You want to check reports from your phone without VPN
  • • You want updates and improvements without paying a technician each time

When to choose SoftRestaurant

  • • You already run SoftRestaurant successfully and your team is fully trained
  • • Your chain is large (10+ locations) and SoftRestaurant matches your highly customized workflow
  • • Your accountant requires specific flows already integrated there
  • • Your local distributor provides on-site 24/7 support
  • • Your team is not ready to move to tablets / phones due to operational habits

Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between Oden POS and SoftRestaurant?

SoftRestaurant (NSF, Pixel Group) is the traditional restaurant system in Mexico: it runs on Windows PCs, requires specific hardware (POS terminals, matrix or thermal printers, local server), and implementation usually involves a distributor that charges setup, license, and maintenance. Oden POS is the modern option: install the app on any iPad or Android phone, configure your menu in one afternoon, and pay $599 MXN/month VAT included with no contracts.

How much does it cost to switch from SoftRestaurant to Oden POS?

If you already have iPads or Android tablets, zero. If you need new tablets, they are about $4,000-$8,000 MXN each (one-time purchase). There is no upfront license fee: you pay $599 MXN/month VAT included from day one. We handle menu migration with you in 1 to 3 days.

Does Oden POS support CFDI 4.0 invoicing like SoftRestaurant?

Yes. Oden POS supports native CFDI 4.0 invoicing - it issues the invoice with your RFC and tax regime directly from the system, and also generates a QR code on every receipt so customers can self-invoice from their phone (without giving their RFC at checkout).

Does it work without internet, like my local SoftRestaurant setup?

Yes. Oden POS keeps charging, printing receipts, and sending kitchen orders without internet. The difference is that when connectivity returns, everything syncs to the cloud automatically - you can see reports from any phone without VPN or remote desktop.

Is SoftRestaurant better because it is more established in Mexico?

Being established has advantages (more local distributors, more accountants familiar with it), but it also means it is built on older technology: Windows dependency, specialized POS terminals, and in many cases matrix printers. If you are opening a restaurant today, a system designed for tablets and phones usually makes more sense and has a lower 3-year total cost.

Will my kitchen still receive tickets if I switch to Oden?

Yes, in two ways: 1) Classic thermal printing by station (grill, cold prep, desserts) using existing Star or Epson printers. 2) KDS (kitchen display screen) - orders arrive on a screen, the cook marks them ready, and the server is notified. You can use both modes together.

Can I migrate my SoftRestaurant historical data to Oden?

Product catalog, modifiers, tables, and employees can be migrated. Historical sales data stays in SoftRestaurant - but you do not need it for day-to-day operations, and you can still consult it there for audits. For sales analysis, Oden starts generating reports from day one.

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.

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