CardConnect vs. Aloha Cloud

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
CardConnect
Score 8.6 out of 10
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CardConnect is a point-of-sale software solution with features such as payment security and enterprise integration. It was acquired by First Data in July 2017, and is now owned and supported by Fiserv since the Fiserv/First Data merger (July 2019).N/A
Aloha Cloud
Score 7.3 out of 10
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Aloha POS is a point-of-sale software solution with features such as highest market share in the industry and streamline food preparation and delivery.N/A
Pricing
CardConnectAloha Cloud
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
CardConnectAloha Cloud
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
CardConnectAloha Cloud
Best Alternatives
CardConnectAloha Cloud
Small Businesses
Square POS
Square POS
Score 9.3 out of 10
Square POS
Square POS
Score 9.3 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
Epicor Eagle
Epicor Eagle
Score 8.0 out of 10
Shopify
Shopify
Score 8.9 out of 10
Enterprises

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User Ratings
CardConnectAloha Cloud
Likelihood to Recommend
1.8
(4 ratings)
8.8
(8 ratings)
Usability
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(2 ratings)
Support Rating
1.3
(2 ratings)
8.5
(3 ratings)
User Testimonials
CardConnectAloha Cloud
Likelihood to Recommend
Fiserv
CardConnect is a good option for payment capture, but getting less experienced stores up and running takes significant effort compared to other processors we use. This seems to be due to poor communication since there isn't a dedicated rep familiar with the use case like we have with other processors.
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NCR VOYIX
Aloha POS is well suited for any kind of full-service restaurant, from high volume establishments to low volume, intimate fine dining settings. The universality to the system makes it an asset for any operation. I don't see much need for Aloha POS when it comes to fast casual, or fast food establishments, as Aloha POS is geared more toward constant communication and planning between the front of house service and back of house prep. For counter service, I believe this would be underutilized, and these establishments would be fine with a simpler service.
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Pros
Fiserv
  • Monitoring payments.
  • For payment, there is an online user interface.
  • Creating pre-made personalized billing bundles.
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NCR VOYIX
  • Extremely user-friendly. The layout and simplicity of the program made for fast, accurate transactions. This was an easy system to learn for all of our users and made training a much more streamlined process.
  • Versatility - even in the largest of transactions, my options for payment were wide-ranging (from charging to house accounts to accepting check, cash, or card). My ability to update price keys and users was extremely helpful where other systems have proven to be difficult to navigate.
  • Great support. As we transitioned to newer versions of Aloha, we always had a great line of communication with customer support, and fast, friendly service.
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Cons
Fiserv
  • customer service
  • stealing money
  • unclear contract/forever changing contract terms
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NCR VOYIX
  • Sometimes you need tech support to help add or delete tabs.
  • The programs are always growing and updating so sometimes you need assistance.
  • The tech support isn't always available or takes time for them to respond.
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Usability
Fiserv
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NCR VOYIX
Overall, Aloha POS's usability is phenomenal. The interface is extremely easy to navigate through. All buttons and tabs are easy to add or delete. Having a piece of software that is easy to toggle through creates a much more efficient workplace. I love the ease of use. A brand new employee can jump right into the system and use it with no issues.
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Support Rating
Fiserv
CardConnect does not solve problems or have managers or supervisors that exist do so. Voicemail box of the appointed representative remains full when you need to reach them. Representative will fail to read email if "lengthy". When you call for customer service you are skirted around from department to department, and specific questions are not answered.
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NCR VOYIX
There were a lot of instances where I had to call back or a problem wasn't resolved, specifically with Aloha loyalty.
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Alternatives Considered
Fiserv
We are considering moving to stripe soon. We find their POS to be comparable but their online processing features are integrated with far more platforms.
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NCR VOYIX
Aloha is much better than Revel and MICROS. Revel is not set up to handle very large volume of transactions & use. Aloha has many more features than the other two, with more thorough reports, etc. I personally have used ALOHA at several restaurants through the years, but I have never been a part of the implementation process.
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Return on Investment
Fiserv
  • It has been easy to configure.
  • it has boosted our sales at the client interest.
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NCR VOYIX
  • Through reprint, we were able to identify an issue around drink sales and create a plan to increase them.
  • We were able to speed up the check-out process, allowing us to move people through faster.
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