Weighing up Loop vs SpotOn? SpotOn is an all-in-one restaurant platform; Loop is a focused loyalty and rewards layer that works with any POS. Here's how they compare in 2026.
Quick verdict
Choose SpotOn if you want POS, payments, marketing and loyalty bundled under one vendor. Choose Loop if you already have a POS and want an affordable, flexible loyalty program on top of it.
Pricing compared (2026)
| Loop | SpotOn | |
|---|---|---|
| Loyalty cost | Punch Card $5–$30/mo; Full Rewards $79/mo + usage | Bundled, quote-based |
| POS required | Any POS or none | SpotOn platform |
| Best for | Adding loyalty to an existing setup | Replacing your whole stack |
When SpotOn wins
If you're re-evaluating your entire POS and marketing stack and want one vendor, SpotOn's bundle is compelling. See our SpotOn review.
When Loop wins
If switching your whole POS isn't on the table, Loop adds loyalty, referrals and UGC rewards without replacing anything. See Loop's loyalty & rewards engine.
Part of our complete guide to restaurant loyalty programs.