Lavu POS
About Lavu POS
Lavu is an iPad POS (point of sale) system designed for small to large businesses within the restaurant industry. Lavu is adaptable to any sort of environment whether it’s full-service, quick-service or a franchise. The software is a combination of cloud-based management and mobile/wireless technologies with a modern and intuitive touchscreen interface.
Users can choose between bar, restaurant, and quick-service interfaces which can be customized to fit each business’ particular needs, whether it’s a restaurant, coffee shop or even food truck.
The front of house features offer a fully customizable menu where items can include photos and an ingredients list. Servers can switch between tableside service, counter service, or bar tab layouts for their order screen. Delivery services are also available with the delivery and routing extension which enables staff to assign drivers to orders, and provides them with a map and directions to each delivery location.
The back of house control includes scheduling, managing employee shifts and payroll reports, as well as inventory management tools including low-count warnings and an '86 countdown'. In addition to the POS, Lavu also offers users a variety of sales, inventory and expense reports that can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection.
Lavu also has marketing and promotions features that include a built-in happy hour function, where users can set prices based on date and time, and offer customers loyalty rewards through integration with LoyalTree.
Key benefits of Lavu POS
Restaurant owners can keep track of their business, view reports, and modify content and settings anywhere on any internet capable device in real-time via the Lavu Pilot iPhone app.
Lavu offers personalization features including customizable menus, specific multi-room table layouts, seat and course numbering, and multi-printer order routing.
Restaurants can market their branding by creating customized logos, uploading original product images and designing custom receipts for their customers.
Managers can track employees with the time clock feature along with shift summaries, including over-time and bonuses, as well as manage tips and payroll.
Lavu offers free software upgrades and integrates with a wide variety of hardware options that connect with the remote backend office.
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- Industry: Management Consulting
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Former Lavu User
Reviewed on 2020/07/17
Overall, for the two years the system was satisfacotry. Until recenlty it was for the current...
Overall, for the two years the system was satisfacotry. Until recenlty it was for the current management at the restaurant. The dealer is helpful - he is our first line of tech support before we go to KLAvu for support.
Pros
I liked using Lavu because it was the first POS for the restaurant where I worked. While I was employed there I used the system for 2 years. The set up was easy as the dealer came to the restaurant and set it up and did a one day training for the staff.
Cons
They system seems to have alot of glitches. Recently, the restaurant reported to me that they had a glitch and lost printers. Tech support finally helped and got the printers up but somehow lost half the menu. Also, I have witnessed personally that the sales tax is charging out properly.
Alternatives Considered
Toast POSReasons for Choosing Lavu POS
We needed better reporting and labor tracking.Reasons for Switching to Lavu POS
The fees and support were better by Lavu at the time.Response from Lavu
Hello and thank you for your review! We appreciate the feedback and we are happy that Lavu worked so well for your business.
- Industry: Restaurants
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Lavu Review
Reviewed on 2024/02/02
It was a brutal set up that started Sept 20th and was not completed until yesterday. Took hours of...
It was a brutal set up that started Sept 20th and was not completed until yesterday. Took hours of work daily since day 1 to put out fires and get everything ironed out the way it should have been done initially. [sensitive content hidden] pent countless hours on the phone with me and ultimately saved the day and now we are up and running. She went above and beyond!!! If it wasn't for her we would have lost this deal.
Pros
How simple and easy to use it is. How you can use if you are a brand new start up or a thriving business who is scaling.
Cons
Onboarding process in regards to 3rd party delivery was incomplete which created total chaos for the business owner. [sensitive content hidden] saved the day!
Alternatives Considered
CloverReasons for Choosing Lavu POS
Because the business owner and I know each other.Switched From
Toast POSReasons for Switching to Lavu POS
Because I am an agent with Lavu and the fact that you allow the hardware to be taken out of my residuals and not paid for upfront by the owner is what made this possible.Response from Lavu
Hi Nathan, thank you for sharing your experience with Lavu. We are sorry to hear that the process didn't go as planned, but thankfully our team was able to handle it! We strive for the best possible customer service, every time.
- Industry: Restaurants
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
Worst small business pos system ever
Reviewed on 2023/10/05
We bought into Lavu when we first opened because it seemed user-friendly and fairly simple. We...
We bought into Lavu when we first opened because it seemed user-friendly and fairly simple. We really only have a few products, so it should be a. no-brainer right? NO. Unfortunately for us, we integrated it into our online menu and electronic menu and it's tied into everything on the back end. So the MANY. MANY times we thought about switching to another POS system, it just seemed like too much of a hassle. Well, here we are again, absolutely regretting sticking with them. So tired of their horrible customer service, which consists of waiting on hold forever and eventually getting connected with someone overseas. No one ever knows what you're talking about and if they transfer you, you have to start all over from scratch, including your name and what company you're from and what the problem is. Their fees are high. Their technology is outdated. Their upgrades actually make it harder and make it take longer to check a customer out. It is ridiculous that amount of steps you have to take to have a customer pay.
Pros
Nothing now. They have gotten significantly worse over the years.
Cons
Customer service is horrible. Updates are horrible. Them keeping you in the loop? Horrible.
Response from Lavu
Hi there, we sincerely apologize for the experience you had. As far as I know, the issue has been resolved and there are no further concerns. If this is not the case, please do let us know. Once again, I apologize for the inconvenience you encountered.
- Industry: Food & Beverages
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
WE LOVE YOU LAVU!
Reviewed on 2023/12/04
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Wow! What a great experience switching to Lavu. After an eight year relationship with Toast we have upgraded to Lavu. As a very busy restaurant and bar we were nervous to make such a big change, especially in the beginning of "our season." We can't say enough wonderful things about our experience with Lavu and their incredible support staff. We got to spend the week with [sensitive content hidden]
and they confidently and patiently have trained our entire staff. It has been so helpful to have such a hands on experience. Every single question, request, and concern has been handled immediately. The hardware and network are state of the art. Everything works seamlessly without a glitch. Lavu is extremely efficient. We couldn't be happier with the onboarding experience and all the support from [sensitive content hidden]
Cons
Since we have to say something here, we don't like that they outsource the KDS screens and networking. But they make up for it for sure so it's really not an issue.
Reasons for Choosing Lavu POS
We had absolutely no support and have had major invoicing issues over the past few years that they've never been able to resolve.Switched From
Toast POSReasons for Switching to Lavu POS
Support, cost, functionality, efficiency.Response from Lavu
Hi Joe, thank you so much for sharing and the wonderful testimonial. We are so happy that everything went smoothly and you have enjoyed your experience with Lavu! As always, if you need anything please let us know.
- Industry: Food & Beverages
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
The loaded spud
Reviewed on 2024/08/10
Great everyony was great and so helpful
Great everyony was great and so helpful
Pros
Zoom calls to help us along with set up and the instructions.
Cons
Slow getting things set up and running but after the zoom calls all is good.
Alternatives Considered
CAKE POSReasons for Choosing Lavu POS
The ease if using Lavu and understanding how it worksSwitched From
Toast POSReasons for Switching to Lavu POS
I could never get any help on how to set it up and how to use it.Lavu POS FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions for Lavu POS.Q. What type of pricing plans does Lavu POS offer?
Lavu POS offers the following pricing plans:
- Starting from: US$59.00/month
- Pricing model: Subscription
- Free Trial: Not Available
Starter Package: $59.00 | Growth Package: $129.00 | Optimize Package: $279.00
Q. Who are the typical users of Lavu POS?
Lavu POS has the following typical customers:
Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000
Q. What languages does Lavu POS support?
Lavu POS supports the following languages:
Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Q. Does Lavu POS support mobile devices?
Lavu POS supports the following devices:
iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
Q. What other apps does Lavu POS integrate with?
Lavu POS integrates with the following applications:
Marketman, PayPal, Paychex Flex, Square Point of Sale, TableUp, Venga, Wisely
Q. What level of support does Lavu POS offer?
Lavu POS offers the following support options:
Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat
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