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Qwaiting vs Qminder: an honest comparison
Two cloud queue systems with public prices but very different pricing models. Here is what each one includes, from the vendors’ own pages.
- Checked 21 October 2026
- Vendors’ own information
- Sources linked
At a glance
Qwaiting vs Qminder, side by side
Both vendors’ published information, with Qwaiton as a third column for reference.
| Qwaiting | Qminder | Qwaiton | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $249 / month (Starter) | $869 / month (Business, monthly) or $9,468 / year | $50 / month (Starter) |
| How pricing works | Per plan, by number of staff logins | Per plan, unlimited locations, by number of users | Per plan: 1, up to 5, or unlimited locations |
| Public plans | Starter $249 · Business $349 · Enterprise $399 · Custom $649 per month (yearly: 2 months free) | Business $869 · Premium $1,149 per month (yearly saves 10%) · Enterprise on request | Starter $50 · Enterprise $100 · Custom $300 per month |
| Users included | 5 / 10 / 20 / 50 staff logins | 25 / 50 users / tailored | 5 / 50 / unlimited team members |
| Free trial | 14 days, no credit card | 14 days, all features | 14 days, no credit card |
| SMS messages | Listed as extra charges | Included for the US, UK and Canada; other countries may cost extra | Included in Enterprise and Custom |
| Appointments | Listed in the plan comparison | Paid add-on (price on request) | Included from Enterprise ($100) |
| Deployment | Cloud; separate on-premises product | Cloud; iPad kiosk and Apple TV apps | Cloud, runs in a web browser |
Public list prices in US dollars, excluding taxes. “Not published” means the vendor’s website gives no figure. Sources: qwaiting.com/pricing, qminder.com/pricing, qwaiton.com/queue-management-pricing, checked on 21 October 2026. Prices and plans change; check the vendor’s page before you buy.
Qwaiting and Qminder are trademarks of their owners. Qwaiton is not affiliated with them. This comparison uses only information the vendors publish themselves; if something is out of date, email info@qwaiton.com and we will correct it.
Main differences
What actually sets them apart
- Pricing model: Qwaiting plans are priced by staff logins ($249 to $649 per month); Qminder plans by users, with unlimited locations ($869 or $1,149 per month).
- SMS: Qwaiting lists SMS as an extra charge; Qminder includes SMS for the US, UK and Canada.
- Appointments: listed in Qwaiting’s plan comparison; a paid add-on at Qminder.
- Hosting: Qwaiting also sells an on-premises product; Qminder is cloud-only, with iPad kiosk and Apple TV apps.
Which one fits
Qwaiting or Qminder: it depends on your queue
Choose Qwaiting if…
- You have a few staff and do not need unlimited locations: plans start at $249 per month.
- You need an on-premises option.
- You want appointments without a separate add-on.
Choose Qminder if…
- You run many locations: one plan covers all of them.
- You want SMS included for customers in the US, UK or Canada.
- You use iPads and Apple TV for kiosks and displays.
A third option
Where Qwaiton fits
If you run one to five locations, Qwaiton plans start at $50 per month (Starter) and $100 for up to five locations with appointments and SMS (Enterprise). It runs in any web browser.
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FAQ
Qwaiting vs Qminder, answered
Which is cheaper, Qwaiting or Qminder?
Qwaiting’s entry plan is $249 per month, Qminder’s $869 per month (or $9,468 per year). For many locations, Qminder’s unlimited-location plans can work out cheaper per location. Prices as published by both vendors.
Do both offer a free trial?
Yes. Both list a 14-day free trial; Qwaiting says no credit card is needed.
Is Qwaiting the same company as Qwaiton?
No. Qwaiting (qwaiting.com) and Qwaiton (qwaiton.com) are separate companies with similar names.
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