Toolbox · Kitchen display (KDS)
Kitchen display (KDS)
QSR Automations ConnectSmart
Enterprise KDS, ticket routing, prep timing and analytics.
est. ~$50–150/mo/screen
What it costs
Quote-only; custom by restaurant size and features. Existing estimate is roughly $50-$150/mo per screen. Now part of Crunchtime; integrates with 80+ POS partners.
Best for
Full-service and multi-unit operations that need sophisticated ticket routing, prep timing, and kitchen analytics.
Pros
- Enterprise-grade kitchen coordination and ticket routing
- Prep timing and detailed kitchen analytics
- Integrates with 80+ POS systems
- Backed by Crunchtime's operations suite
Cons
- Cost and complexity are high for small shops
- Quote-only pricing
- Some users find the price hard to justify below scale
Integrations
Integrates with 80+ POS partners (Revel, Lightspeed and others); part of the Crunchtime ecosystem.
Alternatives
Toast KDS · Fresh KDS · Crunchtime
Our take: The most sophisticated KDS here, ideal for complex or multi-unit kitchens that need precise coordination. For a single small restaurant, it's more system and cost than necessary.
Pricing is the public list rate or a research estimate as of June 2026 — always confirm on a live quote. We take no commission from any vendor; this is for reference.