Comparison
TableGo vs ResDiary
Gift vouchers built in — no add-ons
ResDiary is a popular choice for UK restaurants, but TableGo is built for modern teams—fast setup, transparent pricing, and gift vouchers built in, with a 0% TableGo platform fee on Pro.
- Free plan
- £99/month Pro
- No per-cover fees
- UK-based support
Want a straight comparison? We'll walk through TableGo against a ResDiary-style setup.
Last updated 13 January 2026
Quick verdict
Choose TableGo if
- You want a free tier to get started without any commitment
- You prefer published pricing you can see before you start
- You want to get set up in minutes without lengthy onboarding
- You want gift vouchers built in with no add-ons, and a 0% TableGo platform fee on Pro
Also consider
You need ResDiary's specific POS integrations or have existing multi-year contracts
Feature comparison
A short view of pricing, setup, and day-to-day operations. Where a detail depends on the other vendor's package, the cell says so.
| Feature | TableGo | ResDiary |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier available | ||
| Setup in minutes | ||
| No contract required | Varies | |
| Table management & areas | ||
| Deposits | ||
| Built-in gift vouchers | £35/mo add-on | |
| Branded venue page on tablego.uk | Varies | |
| Guest profiles & notes | ||
| AI reply suggestions for reviews | ||
| Reserve with Google |
Which is the better fit?
TableGo is best for…
- Restaurants wanting a free tier to get started risk-free
- Teams who value a modern, intuitive interface with minimal training
- Venues that want gift voucher sales built in, with a 0% TableGo platform fee on Pro
- Quick setup without lengthy onboarding or training sessions
ResDiary is best for…
- Restaurants with existing ResDiary POS or EPOS integrations
- Groups with multi-year ResDiary contracts already in place
- Businesses relying on ResDiary's specific partner ecosystem
Why restaurants choose TableGo
Gift vouchers built in
Gift vouchers are on every TableGo plan, with a 3.5% platform fee on Basic and 0% on Pro. ResDiary vouchers are available as an add-on and may include voucher processing surcharges (plus Stripe fees).
Transparent pricing
Basic is free forever. Pro is £99/month flat. Pricing is published online. Start without a sales call — a 15-minute walkthrough is available if you want one.
Live in minutes
Self-service signup and a modern interface. Most venues can start taking bookings in under an hour.
UK-based support
Fast, knowledgeable help from a team that understands British hospitality.
No-show protection built-in
Stripe-powered deposits, email confirmations, and no-show tracking to reduce missed bookings.
Your data stays yours
Guest profiles & notes are included. Pro adds full guest database tools, CSV export, and advanced reporting.
Detailed comparison
Pricing & Contracts
- TableGo: Free Basic tier forever + £99/month Pro. All pricing published online.
- ResDiary: Pricing is often tailored to your venue and may require an enquiry.
- TableGo: Month-to-month billing, cancel anytime. Zero lock-in contracts.
- ResDiary: Contract terms vary by package and agreement.
- TableGo Pro: 0% platform fee on deposits and vouchers. Basic: 3.5% fee.
- ResDiary: Gift vouchers may include voucher processing surcharges (plus Stripe fees).
Setup & Onboarding
- TableGo: Self-service signup—be live in minutes. Most venues complete setup (including Stripe connection) in under 30 minutes.
- TableGo: Includes a free restaurant page on tablego.uk to publish key info, menus (incl. allergens), and photos. Pro can white-label and connect your own domain.
- ResDiary: Setup can include demos and onboarding steps depending on the package.
- TableGo: Fast, modern web dashboard. Works smoothly on any device.
- ResDiary: Feature-rich but can take longer to configure for your venue.
- TableGo: Import guest data via CSV. Our team helps with migration.
Core Features Comparison
- Both offer: Online bookings, guest database, deposits, email confirmations.
- TableGo: Timeline view, table timeline, and month calendar views.
- TableGo: Gift vouchers on Basic and Pro (online + on-site), Stripe checkout, PDF delivery and redemption tracking, with a 3.5% platform fee on Basic and 0% on Pro.
- ResDiary: Gift vouchers available via add-on and can include voucher processing surcharges.
- TableGo: AI-powered review reply suggestions (GPT integration).
- TableGo: Custom guest tags with colors (VIP, Allergies, Regulars, etc.).
Support & Reliability
- TableGo: UK-based team. Fast response times. Built for hospitality.
- ResDiary: Established support. Response experience can vary by account tier/package.
- TableGo Pro: Priority support with dedicated assistance included.
- Both platforms: Reliable uptime for mission-critical booking operations.
Switching from ResDiary
A practical order of work. Most restaurants can publish a booking page the same day and move guest history afterwards.
- 1Export your guest database from ResDiary (CSV format)
- 2Document your current booking settings and policies
- 3Create your TableGo account (takes 5 minutes)
- 4Set up your restaurant: hours, tables, deposit rules etc.
- 5Import your guest data—we can help with this
- 6Generate your embed code and update your website widget
- 7Update Google Business Profile booking link
- 8Notify regulars about your new booking system
Need help migrating? Pro includes migration support — data import, setup guidance, and training. Contact us
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Export your guest database from ResDiary as a CSV file. Our team can help you import it into TableGo. Guest names, emails, phone numbers, and notes can all be transferred.
Most restaurants complete the switch in under an hour. Set up your restaurant, configure your settings, and install the widget. You can run both systems in parallel during transition if preferred.
TableGo includes gift vouchers on every plan with no add-on, and a 0% TableGo platform fee on Pro (3.5% on Basic). TableGo also includes AI-powered review reply suggestions and a genuinely free tier.
Absolutely. TableGo is designed for busy restaurants with fast views (timeline, table timeline, and month calendar) and real-time updates so your team always sees the current state.
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