Honest Comparison

LoveStock vs MarginEdge

Which restaurant inventory software is right for you?

LoveStock
$49
per month
vs
MarginEdge
$330/mo
+ $250 setup

Save $3,622/year with LoveStock

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Quick Comparison

Monthly Price
LoveStock
$49
✓ Better
MarginEdge
$330/mo
Setup Fee
LoveStock
$0 FREE
✓ Better
MarginEdge
$250
Setup Time
LoveStock
48 hours
✓ Better
MarginEdge
1-4 weeks
Learning Curve
LoveStock
5 minutes
✓ Better
MarginEdge
Days to weeks

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

See exactly how LoveStock stacks up against MarginEdge across every category.

Pricing & Setup

FeatureLoveStockMarginEdge
Monthly Cost$49$330
Setup Fee$0 (FREE)$250
Team Members Included5 freeUnlimited
Annual Cost$588$4,210
Annual Savings vs LoveStock--$3,622/year

Core Features

FeatureLoveStockMarginEdge
Inventory Management✓✓
Photo-Based Inventory✓✗
Real-time Sync (No Refresh)✓✓
Holiday/Bridge Day Alerts✓✗
Alternative Vendor Suggestions✓✗
Invoice Processing✗Unlimited
Bill Payments✗✓
Recipe Costing✗✓

Mobile Experience

FeatureLoveStockMarginEdge
iOS App✓✓
Android App✓✓
Modern, Fast Interface✓Good
15-Minute Count Time✓✗

Team Management

FeatureLoveStockMarginEdge
SMS Text Reminders✓Email only
Manager Alerts (Missed Counts)✓✗
Push Notifications✓✓

Simplicity & Learning

FeatureLoveStockMarginEdge
Setup TimeSame day1-2 weeks
Learning CurveSeconds (team), 5 min (web)Days
Feature FocusInventory onlyInvoices + Inventory
POS Integration Required✗Recommended

Data & Migration

FeatureLoveStockMarginEdge
Free Data Import✓✗
Import Any FormatPaper, Excel, POS, CSVLimited formats

✓ = Included • ✗ = Not included • Text = Specific details

Total Cost Comparison

See your total savings over time with LoveStock

Save $3,622

LoveStock

Monthly:$49
Setup Fee:$0 FREE
12 months:$588
Total Cost:$588

MarginEdge

Monthly:$330/mo
Setup Fee:$250
12 months:$3,960
Total Cost:$4,210
$3,622
Total savings over 12 months (86% less expensive)
That's money you can invest back into your restaurant, your team, or yourself.
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Honest Assessment

We believe in transparent, fair comparisons. Here's what each platform does well.

✓

Why Choose LoveStock

  • ✓4-8x cheaper: $49/month vs $330/mo
  • ✓Real-time sync: No page refreshing, everything updates instantly
  • ✓Holiday alerts: Get reminded before long weekends and bridge days
  • ✓Free team members: Up to 5 included, no per-user fees
  • ✓SMS alerts: Team actually sees notifications (not buried in email)
  • ✓No bloat: Fast to learn, simple to use, no overwhelming features
  • ✓Free import: We import your inventory from any format
  • ✓Photo-based: Visual inventory, not boring text tables
  • ✓Fast setup: Running in 48 hours vs weeks
✓

Why Choose MarginEdge

Strengths:

  • •Unlimited invoice processing
  • •Bill payments included
  • •Strong POS integrations
  • •Recipe costing and management
  • •Real-time data updates
  • •All-inclusive pricing model

Best for:

  • →Restaurants needing automated invoice processing
  • →Operations wanting bill payment automation
  • →Multi-unit operators with strong POS systems
  • →Businesses with high invoice volume

Choose LoveStock if you:

  • ✓Want simple, fast inventory management
  • ✓Value affordability ($49/mo vs $199-489/mo)
  • ✓Don't need bloated features you'll never use
  • ✓Want your team to actually use the software
  • ✓Run an independent restaurant, bar, or hotel

Choose MarginEdge if you:

  • →Restaurants needing automated invoice processing
  • →Operations wanting bill payment automation
  • →Multi-unit operators with strong POS systems
  • →Businesses with high invoice volume

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I switch from MarginEdge to LoveStock?

Yes! We'll import your inventory data for free, regardless of format (Excel, CSV, paper, or export from your current system). Most restaurants are up and running within 48 hours.

How long does migration take?

Setup takes about 48 hours. We handle the data import for free, and our team is available to help you get started.

Will I lose my data when switching?

No. We'll import all your existing inventory data. You can also keep your old system running during the transition period if you want.

What about training my team?

LoveStock takes 5 minutes to learn. If your team can use a phone, they can use LoveStock. We also provide onboarding support.

Is LoveStock cheaper than MarginEdge?

Yes. LoveStock is $49/month with free setup. MarginEdge costs $330/mo plus a $250 setup fee. You'll save thousands per year with LoveStock.

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