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2024 Comparison

Loyaltey vs FiveStars

Wallet-first SMB solution vs enterprise platform

Our Verdict: Loyaltey for SMBs, FiveStars for large chains

FiveStars targets multi-location chains with $300+/month budgets. Loyaltey offers wallet-first loyalty at 90% lower cost with no contracts and instant setup.

Key Differences

90% Cheaper

$29/month vs $299-$499/month

No App Needed

Wallet passes vs branded app

No Contracts

Cancel anytime vs 12-24 month lock-in

Target Market

FiveStars Targets Multi-Location Chains

Loyaltey is Perfect For

  • • Independent businesses (1-10 locations)
  • • Budget-conscious owners
  • • Quick setup needed
  • • No long-term commitment desired
  • • Wallet-first approach

FiveStars is Made For

  • • Multi-location chains (10+ stores)
  • • Larger budgets ($300+/month)
  • • Complex POS integrations
  • • Advanced marketing automation
  • • Willing to sign contracts

Complete Comparison

FeatureLoyalteyFiveStars
Monthly Price$29/month$299-$499/month
Target MarketAll businessesLocal business chains
Customer ExperienceApple/Google WalletBranded app
Setup Time15 minutes2-4 weeks
No App Download
Geo Notifications
ContractNo commitment12-24 months
Marketing AutomationBasicAdvanced
Email Campaigns
SMS MarketingAdd-onIncluded
POS IntegrationUniversal QR100+ integrations
Multi-location
Annual Cost$348$3,588-$5,988
Free Trial14 daysDemo only

Businesses That Chose Loyaltey

"FiveStars wanted $300/month with a year contract. Loyaltey gives us the same results for $29/month with no commitment."
Tom R.
Coffee Shop Owner
"The wallet pass approach is genius. Our customers don't need another app - they already have Apple Wallet."
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Maria S.
Salon Owner

No Contracts, No App Download

14-day free trial. $29/month. Cancel anytime.