For many restaurants, online ordering is no longer optional — it’s a major revenue stream. But choosing the right platform can make the difference between profit and barely breaking even.

With third-party apps raising fees and tightening their policies, restaurant owners have been looking for better, more sustainable solutions. That’s where Savvory comes in: a simple, commission-free online ordering system that puts control back in the hands of local restaurants.

So how does Savvory compare to DoorDash in 2025?

Let’s break it down clearly and honestly.

1. Commissions & Fees

⭐ DoorDash

• Typically charges 20%–30% commission per order
• Can include additional fees (marketing, delivery, service charges)
• Higher menu prices are required to offset commission
• Restaurants lose thousands in profit each month

⭐ Savvory

• $0 commissions
• Only a small, transparent $1.99 convenience/processing fee paid by the customer
• Restaurants keep more of every transaction
• No surprise fees or sudden pricing changes
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Winner: Savvory

If your restaurant wants to protect margins and keep more of its revenue, Savvory wins by a landslide.

2. Customer Ownership & Data Access

⭐ DoorDash

• Owns customer data
• Restaurants cannot build loyalty directly
• Limited insight into repeat customers
• DoorDash controls the communication channel

⭐ Savvory

• Restaurants receive full customer data
• You can build loyalty and reward programs
• Promote your own offers, specials, and points
• Build long-term customer relationships

Winner: Savvory

Owning your customer list is one of the most valuable assets a restaurant can have.

3. Menu Control & Branding

⭐ DoorDash

• Your restaurant lives inside DoorDash’s ecosystem
• Limited branding control
• Menu changes may require support intervention
• Customers see competitors listed right next to you

⭐ Savvory

• You get a fully branded ordering experience
• Your menu, your style, your pricing
• No competing restaurants on the same page
• Fast updates whenever needed

Winner: Savvory

Restaurants deserve to look like their own brand — not just another listing.

4. Customer Experience

⭐ DoorDash

• Customers often face higher prices
• Delivery-centric model isn’t ideal for dine-in or pickup
• Loyalty programs don’t directly benefit your restaurant
• Limited control over quality and customer satisfaction

⭐ Savvory

• Lower menu prices (no commissions baked in)
• Customers pay less and save money
• Built-in loyalty perks, points, and rewards
• Clean, simple, mobile-optimized ordering
• Perfect for both pickup AND dine-in

Winner: Savvory

A better customer experience leads to more repeat orders — period.

5. Profitability Impact

Let’s run simple math:

If a restaurant does $15,000/month in DoorDash orders:

• DoorDash fees (25% average): $3,750/month
• Yearly lost revenue: $45,000

With Savvory:

• $0 commissions
• Your savings: $45,000+/year

That’s a new employee.
Renovations.
Marketing.
Equipment upgrades.
Or simply more money in your pocket.

Winner: Savvory

6. Ease of Setup

⭐ DoorDash

• Setup can take time
• Menu updates often require support
• Managing delivery logistics can be complex

⭐ Savvory

• Fast activation
• Your menu is built for you
• Runs beautifully on a simple tablet and kitchen printer
• No POS integration required
• No complicated workflows

Winner: Savvory

Final Verdict: Savvory Wins for Profitability, Branding & Control

DoorDash is massive — and useful for discovery and delivery.

But for sustainable online ordering, repeat customers, and higher margins, restaurants should have their own commission-free ordering channel.

That’s where Savvory outperforms DoorDash in every major category:

Most restaurants use DoorDash for reach — but use Savvory for profit.

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