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Lightspeed Restaurant pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $69 to $399 per per location in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.

  • Free tier: No free tier available
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training

Lightspeed Restaurant offers 4 pricing tiers: Starter, Essential, Premium, Enterprise. Standard paid plans include Starter at $69/undefined, Essential at $189/undefined, Premium at $399/undefined. The Essential plan is restaurants exceeding guest expectations.

Compared to other restaurant pos software, Lightspeed Restaurant is positioned at the premium price point.

Last verified: February 2026 | Sources: 1 pricing pages and reviews

All Lightspeed Restaurant Plans & Pricing

Plan Monthly Annual Best For
Starter $69 / Custom Restaurants simplifying daily operations
Essential $189 / Custom Restaurants exceeding guest expectations
Premium $399 / Custom Restaurants connecting all departments
Enterprise Contact Contact Large-scale restaurant operations
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Starter

  • Customizable POS
  • Menu manager
  • Floor plans
  • Advanced insights
  • Integrated payments
  • Online ordering

Essential

  • All Starter features
  • Multi-location
  • Advanced inventory
  • Multiple revenue centers
  • Raw API access
  • KDS support

Premium

  • All Essential features
  • Full departmental connectivity

Enterprise

  • Personalized package
  • Unlimited launch services
  • Dedicated support
  • Customer success manager

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Hidden Costs to Budget For

Watch for 9 hidden costs
  • Third-party payment processor fee ($99/month if not using Lightspeed Payments)
  • Payment processing fees (2.6% + $0.10 with Lightspeed Payments)
  • Hardware costs (not included in subscription)
  • Additional registers beyond first ($50+/month each)
  • Additional location fees
  • Setup and onboarding fees
  • Data migration costs
  • Training costs for staff
  • Advanced integrations may cost extra
Tip

Ask your Lightspeed Restaurant sales rep about these costs upfront. Getting them in writing before signing can save you from surprise charges later.

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Frequently Asked Questions

01 How much does Lightspeed Restaurant cost?

Lightspeed Restaurant pricing currently ranges from $189 to $399+ per month per location. The Essential plan starts at $189/month and includes core POS features. Premium plans with advanced analytics and multi-location management cost $399/month. Enterprise pricing is custom. Note that Lightspeed recently eliminated their cheaper Starter plan.

02 What are Lightspeed payment processing fees?

Lightspeed Payments charges 2.6% + $0.10 per in-person transaction. Higher-tier plans may negotiate custom rates. If you use a third-party payment processor instead of Lightspeed Payments, you'll pay an additional $99/month software fee.

03 Is Lightspeed Restaurant good for multiple locations?

Yes, Lightspeed is designed for multi-location restaurant groups. The Premium and Enterprise plans include centralized reporting, inventory management, and menu control across all locations. Each location requires its own subscription.