The math
Why Taking Orders Direct Beats Every Delivery App.
These aren't our numbers — they're the apps' own published rates, linked below so you can verify every one. The difference goes straight to your bottom line.
The Fees, Side By Side.
Every link below goes to the platform's official pricing page — live prices, not something we made up.
| Platform | Cost Per Order | The Relationship | Verify It Yourself |
|---|---|---|---|
| DoorDash | 15–30% commission per order | Customers belong to the app | DoorDash partner pricing ↗ |
| Uber Eats | 15–30% commission per order | Customers belong to the app | Uber Eats merchant pricing ↗ |
| Your own website (Square) | 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction | Customers order from you, on your site | Square online ordering fees ↗ |
Run your numbers
What Are The Apps Costing You?
Drag the slider to your estimated monthly delivery revenue and watch what stays in your pocket when customers order from your own website.
Lost to delivery apps yearly
$9,000–$18,000
At their published 15–30% commission
Cost of ordering direct yearly
$1,740
Standard card processing only (~2.9%)
You could keep $7,260–$16,260 more per year by taking orders on your own website.
“The apps aren't evil — they're just expensive. They're a marketing channel, not a home. Your website is home.”
Keep the apps for discovery if you like — but give regulars a way to order direct. Most restaurants see the website pay for itself within the first months of redirected orders. Get your free demo and see the difference →
Stop Renting Your Customers. Own Them.
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