Hebtrek Connect
2025 Comparison

Hebtrek Connect vs Orderbird

Orderbird is not available in the Netherlands. Compare features, pricing, and discover the alternatives available for your restaurant.

Orderbird Is Not Available in the Netherlands

Orderbird is a German POS system (founded in 2011 in Berlin) that was acquired by the Nexi Group in 2022. The system has 15,000+ active licences and is popular in the DACH region. However, Orderbird is only available in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

There is no Dutch language support (only English, French and German), no iDEAL integration, no Dutch fiscal compliance and no Thuisbezorgd.nl connection.

About Orderbird

A brief background on Orderbird and its position in the market

2011

Founded in Berlin

15,000+

Active SaaS licences

6 Countries

DE, AT, CH, FR, GB, IE

Nexi Group

Acquired in 2022

Company Background

Orderbird AG was founded in 2011 in Berlin by Jakob Schreyer, Artur Hasselbach, Steven Reinisch and Bastian Schmidtke. The company positions itself as the "#1 iPad POS for hospitality" in the German-speaking markets.

In May 2022, Orderbird was acquired by the Nexi Group (via subsidiary Nets) for an estimated $140-150 million. Nexi is Europe's largest PayTech company. Orderbird operates as an independent subsidiary and keeps its own brand and team.

The company has a strategic partnership with DEHOGA Nordrhein (the German hospitality association), which gives it a strong position in the German market. Around 78% of their customers are in Germany, the rest in Austria, Switzerland and France.

Key Differences

The biggest difference: Orderbird simply is not available in the Netherlands

Hebtrek Connect

  • Fully available in the Netherlands with a Dutch interface
  • €0/month – pay only per order processed
  • Any device: Windows, Mac, Linux – no iPad required
  • Digital kitchen display included (KDS)
  • Naavi rider app with GPS tracking for your own delivery riders
  • Thuisbezorgd.nl & iDEAL native integration

Orderbird

  • Not available in the Netherlands (only DE/AT/CH/FR/GB/IE)
  • PRO from €49/mo – MINI from €29/mo + €399 hardware
  • iPad-based (PRO) or Android handheld (MINI)
  • No KDS – works with traditional kitchen printers
  • Tap to Pay on iPhone – contactless payment without a reader
  • No public API – limited integration options

Naavi Rider App

Hebtrek Connect includes the Naavi rider app – something Orderbird doesn't offer

Rider App

Free app for all your delivery riders with order overview and navigation

Live GPS Tracking

Track all your riders in real time on the map from your backoffice

Auto-Matching

Automatic assignment of orders to available riders

Statistics

Delivery counts, average delivery times and performance overviews

Delivery Options Compared

Hebtrek Connect + Naavi

  • Own riders with GPS tracking app
  • Automatic rider matching
  • Real-time location in the backoffice
  • Thuisbezorgd.nl integration
  • Delivery statistics and reporting

Orderbird

  • No rider app
  • No rider matching
  • No GPS tracking
  • Deliverect integration (delivery platforms)
  • No delivery statistics

When to Choose Which System?

Choose Hebtrek Connect If You:

  • Run a restaurant in the Netherlands
  • Don't want to pay fixed monthly costs
  • Have your own delivery riders and need GPS tracking
  • Want a digital kitchen display (no order slip printers)
  • Want to use your existing hardware (Windows/Mac/Linux)
  • Find Dutch support and language important

Choose Orderbird If You:

  • Run a restaurant in Germany, Austria or Switzerland
  • Are looking for a simple iPad POS system (very user-friendly)
  • Need a mobile device (MINI for food trucks/events)
  • Are a DEHOGA member and want a discount on Orderbird
  • Need German fiscal compliance (KassenSichV/TSE)
  • Not available in the Netherlands

Orderbird Pricing (For Reference)

Orderbird is not available in NL, but here is their pricing structure for comparison

Available in NL

Hebtrek Connect

Pay-per-order model

0/month

€0.12 → €0.24 per order

  • All features included
  • Kitchen display (KDS)
  • Naavi rider app
  • No contract, cancel any time
  • BYOD – your own hardware
Not in NL

Orderbird PRO

iPad-based

from €49/month

+ payment processing 0.95-2.50%

  • iPad/iPhone required
  • Table management & course control
  • Tap to Pay on iPhone
  • Pay Terminal Plus: €149
  • MY orderbird cloud dashboard
Not in NL

Orderbird MINI

All-in-one handheld

€29-39/month

+ €399 one-off hardware

  • Android all-in-one device
  • Built-in printer & scanner
  • Built-in SIM (unlimited data)
  • All-day battery
  • Ideal for food trucks/events

Full Comparison

How Hebtrek Connect and Orderbird compare across the board

Availability & Language

FeatureHebtrek ConnectOrderbird
Available in the Netherlands
Fully available
Not available
Dutch Language
Fully Dutch
Not available (EN/FR/DE)
Dutch Support
Dutch team
Not applicable
Active Markets
Netherlands
DE, AT, CH, FR, GB, IE
Dutch Fiscal Compliance
Fully compliant
Not certified for NL

Pricing & Costs

FeatureHebtrek ConnectOrderbird
Monthly Costs
€0 (pay per order)
PRO from €49/mo, MINI €29-39/mo
Order Costs
€0.12 → €0.24 per order
No per-order costs
Hardware
Your own device (BYOD)
iPad required (PRO) or MINI €399
Payment Processing
Our own card terminal
0.95% debit / 2.50% credit (Nexi) or 1.75% flat (Worldline)
Contract Term
No contract, cancel any time
Monthly cancellable (Worldline) or end of next month (Nexi)

Dutch Integrations

FeatureHebtrek ConnectOrderbird
Thuisbezorgd.nl
Native integration
Not available
iDEAL Payment
Supported
Not supported
Deliverect
Available
Available
Open API
Yes, public API
No public API

Platform & Features

FeatureHebtrek ConnectOrderbird
Supported Devices
Windows, Mac, Linux (BYOD)
iPad/iPhone (PRO) or Android handheld (MINI)
Table Management
Included
Included
Kitchen Display (KDS)
Digital kitchen display included
Not available (kitchen printers)
Course Management
Included
Included (course control)
Delivery Rider App
Naavi rider app with GPS tracking
Not available
Tap to Pay
Via our own card terminal
Tap to Pay on iPhone (contactless without reader)

Cost Example: 12 Months

For a restaurant with 1 terminal and 1,000 orders/month

Hebtrek Connect

Available in the Netherlands
Hardware (your own laptop/PC)€0
Software (12 months)€0
Orders first 6 months (6,000 x €0.12)€720
Orders next 6 months (6,000 x €0.24)€1,440
Total 12 Months€2,160

Orderbird PRO

Not available in NL
iPad (estimated)€400-600
Pay Terminal Plus€149
Software (12 x €49)€588
Payment processing (1.75% Worldline)variable
Total 12 Months€1,137+

A Fair Comparison

Based purely on starting rates, Orderbird PRO can work out cheaper than Hebtrek Connect at higher order volumes. However, Orderbird is not available in the Netherlands. On top of that: the iPad has to be purchased separately, higher tiers cost more, and payment processing is not included. Hebtrek Connect also includes the kitchen display and the Naavi rider app for free.

Where Orderbird Is Strong

In the markets where Orderbird is available, it has clear strengths

Ease of Use

9/10 score on OMR Reviews for ease of use. Intuitive iPad interface that requires minimal staff training.

Orderbird MINI

A unique all-in-one handheld device with built-in printer, scanner and SIM card. Ideal for food trucks, events and outdoor terraces.

DEHOGA Partnership

Strategic partnership with the German hospitality association. DEHOGA members get exclusive discounts on Orderbird.

Tap to Pay on iPhone

Accept contactless payments with just an iPhone – no extra hardware needed. NFC payments up to €25 without a PIN.

Cloud Dashboard

MY orderbird: a cloud-based management dashboard for revenue analysis, product groups and reporting – accessible from anywhere.

Customer Support

9/10 score for support on OMR Reviews. Offers 24/7 live support via phone, email and a knowledge base (in DE/EN/FR).

Available Alternatives in the Netherlands

Orderbird isn't available in NL – these systems are

SystemDescriptionPriceTarget Audience
Hebtrek ConnectDutch POS with rider app and KDS€0/mo + €0.12-0.24/orderAll restaurants
UntillDutch POS system, focused on hospitalityFrom ~€55/moRestaurants & cafés
Lightspeed RestaurantiPad POS with 300+ integrationsFrom €79/moAmbitious restaurants
FoodTicketOrdering and POS system for hospitalityOn requestDelivery & takeaway
SquareSimple POS system with a free basic planFree + 1.75% per transactionSmall hospitality venues
TrivecScandinavian POS system, growing in NLOn requestRestaurants & bars

What Our Customers Say

"We were looking for an iPad POS, but found something better"

"We heard about Orderbird through a colleague in Berlin. Unfortunately, it doesn't work in the Netherlands. Then we found Hebtrek Connect: it runs on our existing laptop, the kitchen display replaces our order slip printer, and the Naavi app is perfect for our own delivery riders. And no fixed monthly costs!"

Kevin Jansen
Owner, Restaurant De Haven, Eindhoven

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orderbird available in the Netherlands?
No, Orderbird is not available in the Netherlands. Orderbird operates in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, the United Kingdom and Ireland. There is no Dutch language support, no iDEAL integration, and no Dutch fiscal compliance.
What does Orderbird cost in the countries where it is available?
Orderbird PRO (iPad) starts from €49/month. The Orderbird MINI (handheld) costs a one-off €399 plus €29-39/month depending on the contract term. Payment processing costs 0.95% for EC/debit or 1.75% flat rate via Worldline.
What is the best Orderbird alternative for Dutch restaurants?
Hebtrek Connect is an excellent alternative: €0/month with pay-per-order pricing (€0.12 → €0.24/order), fully in Dutch, and with native Thuisbezorgd.nl integration and iDEAL support. Other Dutch alternatives include Untill, Lightspeed Restaurant and FoodTicket.
Who owns Orderbird?
Orderbird was acquired by the Nexi Group, a European PayTech company, in 2022 for an estimated $140-150 million. Orderbird operates as an independent subsidiary within Nexi and keeps its own brand and team.
Does Orderbird have a kitchen display system (KDS)?
No, Orderbird does not offer a built-in kitchen display system. They work with traditional kitchen printers (order slip printers). Hebtrek Connect includes a fully digital kitchen display.
Does Orderbird have an open API?
No, Orderbird does not offer a public API. This significantly limits the possibilities for custom integrations. Hebtrek Connect does offer an open API for connecting to external systems.

Get Started with Hebtrek Connect Right Away

Up and running in 4 simple steps

1

Create Account

Register for free in 2 minutes – no credit card required

2

Set Up Your Menu

Add your dishes and categories via the dashboard

3

Connect Hardware

Use your own laptop, PC or tablet – no special hardware needed

4

Go Live

Start processing orders and pay only per order

Choose a System That Works in the Netherlands

Orderbird is not available in the Netherlands. Hebtrek Connect is built for Dutch restaurants – with everything included.

More than a POS: your own ordering platform too

orderbird sells you a cash register. Hebtrek gives you a cash register plus a place where guests actually order: hebtrek.nl, the Dutch ordering platform behind Hebtrek Connect.

There are no monthly fees and no setup costs. You only pay commission on the orders that actually come in: 8% when you deliver yourself and 28% when a Hebtrek courier rides the order. A quiet week simply costs less, because there is no subscription running in the background.

Orders from hebtrek.nl land in the same POS as your table orders, counter orders and delivery channels. One menu, one receipt printer, one revenue report. Nothing has to be maintained twice.

  • No monthly fees, no contract term
  • 8% commission with your own delivery
  • 28% commission including a Hebtrek courier
  • Orders straight into your Hebtrek Connect POS