Chefzi vs me&u (formerly Mr Yum)
me&u, which merged with Mr Yum, focuses on order-and-pay at the table for pubs, bars and larger venues.
Fair-comparison note: Chefzi competes with me&u. me&u facts are from meandu.com/serve/order-pay, read on 27 October 2026. Other providers' prices are from their own sites on the same date.
What me&u offers
- QR order-and-pay at the table.
- 70+ integrated POS partners and APIs for POS, loyalty and data.
- Velocity Frequent Flyer points for guests.
We didn't find public per-venue pricing on the page we read, so ask for a quote.
me&u alternatives with published prices
| Provider | Published price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| BYTO | Free plan at 1.9% per order; $49 a month + $0.30 per order; or $150 a month with no platform fee (Stripe fees extra) | QR order-and-pay at small to mid venues |
| OrderWithMe | 1% per order, no monthly fee | Low-volume venues |
| Ywait | From $15 a month | Takeaway order-ahead |
| Chefzi | A$36 a month on the card plan, 0% commission | Cafés and takeaways wanting QR plus pickup and delivery in one flat fee |
Who should pick which
Pick me&u for a large pub or venue with bar tabs, POS sync and loyalty. Pick a flat-fee or per-order system if you're a café or restaurant that wants simple QR ordering without POS integration. See QR code ordering.
me&u (formerly Mr Yum): the facts
- Strong in dine-in QR ordering and venue hospitality groups.
- me&u does not publish venue pricing (checked 27 Oct 2026). Its autocomplete shows people searching for the "me&u platform fee" charged to diners.
What users complain about (and like)
From public reviews by diners using me&u (formerly Mr Yum) at venues, read 27 Oct 2026.
- Apple App Store AU (Spots by me&u): 4.8 out of 5 from 8,174 ratings
- Google Play AU: 3.5 out of 5 from 479 reviews
- ProductReview.com.au: 1.4 out of 5 from 16 reviews
Recurring complaints
- Fees and default tips. Diners object to service or card fees and to tips pre-selected at checkout (App Store and ProductReview, 2019–2026).
- In-app QR scanning failing. Many 2024–2026 App Store reviews say the app's scanner fails and they fall back to the web version.
- Orders not reaching the kitchen. Older reviews (2019–2020) describe group orders that didn't go through.
- Account and data requirements. Some diners dislike needing a phone number or account to order.
What reviewers like
- Ordering and paying from the table without queuing
- Easy bill splitting for groups
- Dish photos and dietary filters
The high App Store rating and the low ProductReview score come from very different sample sizes; both are shown.
Chefzi at a glance
| Commission | 0% |
|---|---|
| Monthly fee | A$17 (cash) or A$36 (card), excluding GST |
| Setup fee | None |
| Orders | Unlimited |
| Customer data | Yours |
| Delivery drivers | Your own, or pickup |
What to compare
| me&u (formerly Mr Yum) | Chefzi | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | QR and table ordering for venues | Your own ordering page and app for staff |
| Commission on orders | Check the vendor's current pricing page | 0% |
| Who owns the customer details | Depends on the plan | You |
| Drivers | Usually your own | Your own, or pickup only |
| Status in Australia | Operating | Operating |
How to switch from me&u (formerly Mr Yum)
- Export your menu and customer list from me&u (formerly Mr Yum), if your plan allows it.
- Check your contract end date and notice period before you cancel.
- Load the menu into Chefzi (free migration) and test a real order.
- Update the ordering link on your website, Google and QR codes.
- Cancel the old plan once orders are flowing on the new page.
Which should you use?
For a busy pub or multi-bar venue, me&u is built for that. For a takeaway that mainly needs pickup and delivery ordering for a small flat fee, Chefzi is the simpler fit.
Other comparisons: Bopple · HungryHungry · Square Online ·
Frequently asked questions
What is the best me&u alternative in Australia?
For simple QR ordering at a published price, look at BYTO, OrderWithMe or a flat-fee system like Chefzi. For POS-integrated order-and-pay in big venues, me&u's direct competitors are POS-led platforms.
How much does me&u cost?
me&u's order-and-pay page doesn't list prices (checked 27 October 2026). Ask for a quote.
How long does it take to switch from me&u (formerly Mr Yum)?
Most venues are live within a few days. Menu migration is free, and you can run both side by side while you test.
Is Chefzi cheaper than me&u (formerly Mr Yum)?
Chefzi is A$17 or A$36 a month excluding GST with 0% commission. Compare that with your own me&u (formerly Mr Yum) bill.
Can I use Chefzi alongside me&u (formerly Mr Yum)?
Yes. Chefzi is your direct channel, and it works alongside other tools.
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