GastroSystem vs. Gastrofix
Gastrofix was acquired by Lightspeed in 2023 and is now called Lightspeed K-Series. GastroSystem is the independent alternative, with its own ordering system and transparent prices.
Gastrofix was an iPad POS system for the restaurant industry — acquired by Lightspeed in 2023 and renamed to 'Lightspeed K-Series'. The future of existing Gastrofix features is unclear. GastroSystem is an independent German company with ordering, POS, and driver management in one flat rate.
Our verdict
Gastrofix was a strong iPad POS system — but since the Lightspeed acquisition, the future is uncertain. Existing Gastrofix customers report price changes and feature restructuring. GastroSystem is the independent alternative: a German company with a transparent flat rate, its own ordering system, its own app, and no dependency on international corporations.
Frequently asked questions about Gastrofix alternatives
What happened to Gastrofix?
Gastrofix was acquired by Lightspeed Commerce (Canada) in 2023 and renamed Lightspeed K-Series. The standalone Gastrofix brand no longer exists.
Can I switch from Gastrofix/Lightspeed to GastroSystem?
Yes. We support the switch: import your menu, set up printers, train your team. You can switch the till over in one day. For the ordering system, running in parallel pays off: Lightspeed Ordering keeps running until your guests order directly with you, no overnight switch.
What does Gastrofix / Lightspeed K-Series cost?
Prices start at €69/month for the pure till. Online orders cost extra and involve commission. GastroSystem offers everything for €269/month with no extra costs.
What could Gastrofix do better than GastroSystem?
Gastrofix had a mature iPad till with many integrations (reservations, shift planning). For pure till functionality it was a good solution, but without its own ordering system.
Is GastroSystem really independent?
Yes. GastroSystem is a German company based in Wiesbaden, not part of an international group. Prices, roadmap and data sovereignty stay in our hands.