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Head-to-head · Restaurant Reservation Software

ResDiary vs Anolla

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score ResDiary #4 in Restaurant Reservation Software 8.8/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 5 features Visit ResDiary
Anolla #8 in Restaurant Reservation Software 8.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Anolla

ResDiary leads on 0 checks, Anolla on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreResDiary · 8.8/10
  • Free planonly Anolla
  • Most featuresAnolla · 5 of 5

ResDiary scores higher on our rubric for restaurant reservation software: 8.8 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.

Anolla offers free plan; ResDiary doesn't.

ResDiary is the better fit for restaurants needing advanced booking and guest insights. Anolla is the better fit for restaurants needing free, flexible multi-location tools.

  • ResDiary fits best

    Restaurants needing advanced booking and guest insights

  • Anolla fits best

    Restaurants needing free, flexible multi-location tools

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Side by side

Feature ResDiary 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Anolla 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.3
Ranking #4 in Restaurant Reservation Software #8 in Restaurant Reservation Software
Best for Restaurants needing advanced booking and guest insights Restaurants needing free, flexible multi-location tools
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price €109/mo —
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Integrations 70+ integrations 9 integrations
Features ResDiary 1/5 · Anolla 5/5
Waitlist management Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Deposits or prepayment Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Automated reminders Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Table management ✓ ✓
Multi-location support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Booking channels Not checked yet Both
Included locations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Commission-free plans with booking limits up to unlimited
  • Bookings across websites, social media, Google, and partner channels
  • Table controls, waitlists, payments, reporting, CRM, and AI insights
  • Free plan covers reservations, calendars, guest profiles, and confirmations
  • Supports floor plans, waitlists, deposits, CRM, analytics, and dynamic pricing
  • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and public API integrations
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Monthly pricing may vary by region
  • Advanced features may exceed the needs of small venues
  • Paid features use usage-based pricing
  • Advanced integrations, analytics, and loyalty features are paid
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of basic single-site operations
Our verdict

ResDiary is a cloud-based reservation and table management system for restaurants, cafés, pubs, bars, hotels, and restaurant groups. It handles online bookings through websites, social channels, Google, and partner platforms, while also…

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Anolla is an AI-powered restaurant reservation platform for restaurants, cafés, bars, and hospitality groups. It combines online bookings, walk-in and seating management, availability, guest profiles, floor plans, waitlists, confirmations,…

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  1. ResDiaryRestaurant Reservation Software 8.8Paid
  2. AnollaRestaurant Reservation Software 8.3Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ResDiary — where it wins

    • Commission-free plans with booking limits up to unlimited
    • Bookings across websites, social media, Google, and partner channels
    • Table controls, waitlists, payments, reporting, CRM, and AI insights

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Monthly pricing may vary by region
    • Advanced features may exceed the needs of small venues
  • Anolla — where it wins

    • Free plan covers reservations, calendars, guest profiles, and confirmations
    • Supports floor plans, waitlists, deposits, CRM, analytics, and dynamic pricing
    • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and public API integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid features use usage-based pricing
    • Advanced integrations, analytics, and loyalty features are paid
    • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of basic single-site operations
  • ResDiary8.8/10 · Paid

    A full-featured booking system for restaurants that need controls, insights, and integrations.

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  • Anolla8.3/10 · Free plan

    A flexible free-to-start reservation platform with broad tools for growing restaurant groups.

    Visit AnollaFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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