Fee Free Ordering vs Square Online Ordering
Square's online-ordering and website module bundled with their payment processing. Reasonably priced but you're locked into Square's payment ecosystem.If you're comparing the two, here's how Fee Free Ordering stacks up.
No credit card · No commission on direct orders · Cancel anytime
Free core platform. Optional add-ons (Online Payments $29.99/mo, Hosted Website $19.99/mo) only when you need them. Marketplace at $3 max/order or $199.99/mo unlimited.
Why restaurants switch
The specific reasons owners moving from Square Online Ordering pick Fee Free Ordering.
Bring your own payment processor
Fee Free uses Stripe Connect — you keep your existing Stripe account or open a new one in 5 minutes. Square Online forces you to use Square Payments at Square's rates.
Marketplace included
Square has no marketplace — your only customers are people who already know your URL. Fee Free includes feefreefood.com discovery for new customers.
Side-by-side comparison
Every meaningful difference, laid out plainly.
| Feature | Fee Free Ordering | Square Online Ordering |
|---|---|---|
| Payment processor | Stripe (yours) | Square Payments only |
| Marketplace discovery | Included | None |
| Monthly cost | $0 core + add-ons | $29-79/mo |
Facts checked against Square Online Ordering's public pricing as of June 2026. We update this page when their pricing changes — flag anything stale at hello@feefreeordering.com.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Fee Free Ordering without Square?
Yes — Fee Free Ordering uses Stripe for payments, not Square. If you're currently on Square's online ordering you can switch your menu over to Fee Free in an afternoon and keep your physical Square POS for in-store sales.
Ready to switch from Square Online Ordering?
5 minutes to set up. No credit card. No commission on direct orders. Email us if you'd like help moving your menu over — we're a small team and we'll do it for you.