Brewster vs Lightspeed which is right for South Africa?
Lightspeed is a global platform built for international markets. Brewster is built specifically for South African hospitality businesses - with local payment partners, POPIA compliance, and ZAR pricing from R199/mo.
Brewster vs. Lightspeed
Based on publicly available information. Features and pricing subject to change.
| Feature | Brewster | Lightspeed |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa-first design | Included | Not included |
| ZAR pricing | From R199/mo | USD-based |
| Yoco integration | Included | Not included |
| PayFast integration | Included | Not included |
| POPIA compliance | Included | Not included |
| Weekly ZAR payouts | Included | Not included |
| Inventory management | Included | Included |
| Loyalty & CRM | Included | Included |
Common questions
Is Lightspeed available in South Africa?
Yes, but it is built for global markets with USD-based pricing and limited local payment integrations. Brewster is built specifically for South African restaurants, cafés, and bars.
Does Brewster support Yoco?
Yes. Brewster integrates with Yoco and PayFast - the two most widely used payment providers in South Africa.
How does Brewster pricing compare to Lightspeed?
Brewster starts from R199 per month with transparent ZAR pricing. Lightspeed uses USD-based pricing, which fluctuates with the exchange rate.
Can I switch from Lightspeed to Brewster?
Yes. Contact our team and we can help you migrate your menu, products, and customer data.
Built for South Africa. Not adapted for it.
Join South African hospitality businesses already using Brewster. Start your free setup today.
Sign up for the beta- No lock-in contracts
- POPIA compliant
- From R199/mo