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Revel Systems

Overview

What is Revel Systems?

Revel Systems, from the company of the same name headquartered in San Francisco, is a point of sale (POS) system for restaurants, bars, and related businesses (e.g. bakeries, wineries, etc) which can be extended to provide workforce management, menu and…

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Revel Systems has aided small and large businesses in various ways, specifically allowing them to understand their profits and adjust …
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Pricing

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POS software cost

$99

Cloud
*per month

Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Product Demos

Revel Systems Grocery Demo

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Revel Systems Retail Demo

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Revel Systems Deli Demo

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Revel Systems Pizza Demo

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Revel Systems Restaurant Demo

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Revel Systems Kiosk Demo

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Product Details

What is Revel Systems?

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Revel Systems is the leading cloud-based point of sale (POS) solution. Take a closer look at how Revel Systems powers the ambitions of thousands of restaurant and retail locations today.

Revel Systems Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationiPad
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Reviews and Ratings

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Revel Systems has aided small and large businesses in various ways, specifically allowing them to understand their profits and adjust staffing schedules to accommodate their busiest times and popular products. The cloud-based system offers a straightforward back-end that is easy to teach and maneuver on all devices, with quick insights into how the day is going. Additionally, the software provides a robust time-keeping function that simplifies employee hours and product mix tracking while helping with payroll goals.

With Revel's inventory control system, users can keep track of inventory status, identify discrepancies before they become major issues, and identify areas of improvement such as labor, food costs, and theft. Furthermore, the recipe feature allows users to identify menu items whose gross margins are dragging them down and make changes to improve profitability. Overall, Revel Systems provides detailed sales information that offers insights into daily operations and helps businesses find areas of improvement in one place. Despite its complicated structure, many users have found that taking the time to explore all of its features and capabilities has been well worth it in terms of increased control and understanding of their business.

Intuitive and user-friendly interface: Many users have praised Revel Systems' intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easy for staff to learn and use. The software's straightforward dashboard and intuitive back office make it versatile and efficient for small and large operations. Some reviewers also noted that the system is mobile, with orders being sent in immediately, making it very easy to use as far as table waitstaff is concerned.

Exceptional customer service: Numerous reviewers have appreciated the exceptional customer service provided by Revel Systems. Representatives were kind, patient, easily understood, always available to help, well-trained employees who not only had product knowledge but also demonstrated excellent customer service skills. According to some users, this level of support was critical in ensuring smooth operations.

Efficient inventory management: Several reviewers have praised Revel System's highly efficient inventory management feature that provides hourly sales breakdowns. Users found it easy to add and manage inventory while minimizing waste through paperless kitchen features. The backend and reporting features were also praised for their ease of use, making bookkeeping and inventory management much simpler and less time-consuming.

Confusing User Interface: Many users have complained about the Revel System's user interface, stating that it is confusing and difficult to use efficiently. The system has too many options, small buttons causing delays during transactions, and restaurant-specific details that are irrelevant for non-restaurant businesses.

Inventory Management Issues: Several reviewers have reported issues with the inventory management system in Revel Systems. Users often receive false quantities of products leading to over-purchasing or product shortages. The system requires several steps to accomplish a single task, resulting in labor-intensive work leaving accounting in shambles.

Poor Customer Service: Some users have expressed dissatisfaction with Revel System's customer service. While some support agents provide helpful solutions, many customers complain about poor service from representatives who may not understand their concerns due to language barriers.

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Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
When we first started looking at Revel Systems they were more restaurant friendly but they have adapted very well to our retail needs. This system is very easy to operate and maintain, from the POS to the management console. We are able to monitor and run reports for all three of our locations from one URL.
Leslie MacLean | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
I think Revel Systems is great for smaller shops that need intuitive UI and extensive reporting suite. It's easy to set up and integrate other systems.

I'm not entirely sure Revel is appropriate for businesses that have a constant need for customization. While Revel can handle quite a bit of customization, there are definitely limitations that will disrupt operations.
January 31, 2019

REVEL in it! :-)

NAKIA EPLEY | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
It is very well suited for a one or two location operation. When we got up into the 7 venues and the high volume of sales/traffic, is where things started to get a little jumbled up. The scanning functions and UPC generation is very effective when dealing with keeping track of 7 locations. The "open check" feature is a BIG problem for us, as orders would be made, but the system allowed you to go onto the next order without collecting payment for the previous.
Philip Gomez | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
If you have simple transactions and small sales, Revel is probably too much. If you care about data, sales, growth, efficiency, systemizing your operations, and having endless customization, Revel is the way to go. If you plan on opening second locations they have very powerful tools to do just so. Highly recommended.
October 30, 2017

Revel Up (and Down)

Christopher Frary | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
If you have time and technical knowledge to understand the customization setup, proceed. We are still modifying modifiers and products to match our menu which was set up nearly 3 years ago. If you want to change your menu to your POS limitations then move to another product.
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