HappyChef vs Resy & Tock: the honest comparison
Three reservation platforms — HappyChef against both Resy and Tock (both owned by American Express) — compared side by side using only published facts. No spin: where Resy or Tock is stronger, we say so.
Side by side at a glance
Every row links back to a published source: the combined plan pages of Resy (restaurant platform) and Tock (reservations & prepaid platform), both part of American Express. Where Resy or Tock doesn't publish something, we say so explicitly rather than guess.
Pricing & contract
Reservations & no-shows
Growth, support & ecosystem
Interactive: renting vs buying over 1, 3 or 5 years
Pick a Resy or Tock plan and a horizon. HappyChef you buy once (€1 500 one-time) and then pay €0; Resy and Tock you rent again every year — no yearly discount is published, so we use the monthly price × 12. Note: Resy/Tock's prices are in US dollars ($), as published — not converted to euros. Transaction fees for prepayments are not included.
Published list prices at the date of comparison, excluding VAT, add-ons, SMS/WhatsApp usage and payment processing fees. Verify current prices with each vendor.
Which platform fits your restaurant?
All three are serious reservation platforms. The honest answer mostly depends on where your restaurant is located and how much you want to pay for guest discovery.
HappyChef is the stronger fit if you…
- operate in Europe — Resy and Tock focus mainly on the US market
- want to start completely free or buy your software once — €1 500, yours forever — and no transaction fees on prepayments
- prefer WhatsApp over email for confirmations and reminders to your guests
- want €0 recurring software cost after your purchase — optional add-ons (WhatsApp — €9/month, AI email replies — €19/month) switch on or off whenever you like
- want to keep full ownership of your guest data, stored in the EU
Resy & Tock are the stronger fit if you…
- are based in the US and want access to their diner discovery networks to reach new guests
- need prepayments & prepaid events as a core feature — included on every plan
- want POS integrations and event management on every plan, without add-ons
- want phone support, a booking API and chargeback protection — on the top plan
- prefer a brand owned by American Express, with exclusive booking groups for cardholders
See HappyChef next to your current system
Try HappyChef for free — no credit card needed, no subscription. Or book a demo and bring your Resy or Tock questions.
Start free — 2 minThis comparison was compiled by HappyChef on 22 July 2026 (2026-07-22) using publicly available information from resy.com, exploretock.com and happychef.cloud. Resy and Tock are trademarks of their respective owner (American Express); HappyChef is not affiliated with Resy or Tock. Their prices are published in US dollars ($) and not converted to euros; in practice, both platforms focus mainly on the US market. Prices, plans and features change — always verify current conditions with each vendor before deciding. Items marked "not published" could not be verified on the cited source at the date of comparison; their absence here does not mean the vendor does not offer them. Found a mistake? Email [email protected] and we will correct it quickly.