PufferPOS vs Foodics: which cashier suits your place in Egypt?
Foodics is the best-known restaurant system in the region and does a lot. PufferPOS is smaller and cheaper, runs on devices you already own, and you can set it up yourself today. Here is where each one fits.
- PufferPOS starts at EGP 800 a month; Foodics Egypt lists bundles from about EGP 2,849 a month, billed yearly.
- PufferPOS runs in any browser; the Foodics cashier app is for iPad.
- Foodics covers more: delivery aggregators, loyalty and gift cards.
- Try PufferPOS free for 14 days without a sales call.
Side by side
| PufferPOS | Foodics (Egypt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | EGP 800 a month, monthly billing | About EGP 2,849 a month, billed yearly (Basic Bundle) |
| Billing | Monthly, quarterly or yearly | Billed yearly on the Egypt pricing page; final quote after a demo |
| Cashier device | Any browser: Windows, Mac, Android, iPad, phone | iPad cashier app; a web cashier is a paid add-on |
| Getting started | Sign up and set up yourself, 14-day free trial | Request a demo; a specialist quotes hardware and software |
| Tables, kitchen screen, QR menu | Included from Starter | Table management in Basic; online menu through the Foodics Online add-on |
| Inventory | Growth plan, with recipes | Included in Basic Bundle |
| Delivery apps, loyalty, gift cards | Not yet | Yes (some in the Advanced Bundle) |
| AI assistant and AI menu import | Yes, in Growth | Not listed on the Egypt pricing page |
When Foodics is the better choice
- You run several branches and want delivery apps, loyalty and gift cards in one system.
- You prefer a sales team to plan the setup and supply the hardware.
- The yearly budget for software is not the main concern.
When PufferPOS is the better choice
- You run one café or restaurant, or two, and want to pay monthly in Egyptian pounds.
- You want to use the laptop, Android tablet or phones you already have.
- You want to start today, on your own, and talk to a person on WhatsApp when you need help.
- You want an AI assistant that answers questions about your sales in Arabic.
| Plan | Monthly | Quarterly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter 1 branch · 5 accounts per branch | EGP 800 | EGP 2,208 | EGP 7,680 |
| Growth 2 branches · 15 accounts per branch | EGP 2,200 | EGP 6,072 | EGP 21,120 |
Switching from Foodics
Bring your menu
If you can export your items to a spreadsheet, save it as CSV and import it. Or upload photos of your printed menu and review what the AI reads.
Run both for a week
Use the 14-day trial alongside your current system before you cancel anything.
Move your team
Invite staff with roles; they sign in on their own devices.
Questions
Is PufferPOS cheaper than Foodics?
On listed prices, yes: PufferPOS Starter is EGP 800 a month, and Foodics’ Egypt page lists its Basic Bundle from about EGP 2,849 a month billed yearly. Foodics also quotes hardware separately.
Do I need an iPad for PufferPOS?
No. Any modern browser works. For printed receipts, use a Windows PC or laptop with a thermal printer.
Does PufferPOS work offline?
No. PufferPOS needs an internet connection; a mobile hotspot works as a backup.
Sources
Competitor prices and features come from their official sites, checked on 12 November 2026. They can change, so confirm before you decide.