Mobile Ordering for Events

Sell more.
Queue less.
Insted.

Every minute your guests spend in a queue is money that never reaches the till. Insted lets them order and pay from their phones via QR code, so your vendors sell more and your event runs smoother.

01 Scan Guest scans the QR code at the stall
02 Order & Pay Browse, pay on their phone, no app
03 Collect SMS with a PIN when it's ready
0
App downloads required
1s
From QR scan to menu
Real‑time
Order dashboard updates
SMS
Customer pickup alerts

The Problem

Every queue is lost revenue.

At every event it's the same story. Guests give up on long lines, your vendors can't sell fast enough, and the takings walk out the gate.

Guests abandon the line

When the wait is too long, they walk. Every guest who gives up is a sale your vendors never make, and it doesn't come back.

Vendors capped on throughput

Your best staff are stuck taking orders and handling cash instead of serving. The line moves at the speed of the till, not the kitchen.

No numbers to act on

No sales data. No way to see which vendors are slammed and which are quiet until the event is over and the chance to fix it has passed.

The Insted Solution

More orders through. More money in.

Guests scan a QR code, browse, and pay on their phone. Orders hit the vendor's dashboard the moment payment clears, so the team just fulfils and the line keeps moving.

  • No physical queues to manage
  • No cash or card handling at the stall
  • Real-time order visibility for every vendor
  • SMS alerts so guests collect at the right moment
  • Analytics and exports after every event

How It Works

From scan to pickup in minutes.

No app, no account. Every order lands on your vendor's screen, paid.

1

Scan QR Code

Scan with your phone camera. The menu loads instantly.

2

Browse & Add

Pick your items. The total updates as you go.

3

Pay Securely

Check out in seconds. No card details stored.

4

Staff Prepare

Your order lands on the staff screen, paid.

5

SMS & Collect

We text your pin when it's ready. Collect and go.

Live Demo

Try it yourself.

This is exactly what a guest sees on their phone. Add items, check out, and watch the vendor dashboard update in real time.

Customer View
Big Event
Pickup A
0
Drinks
Craft Lager
R55
0
Gin & Tonic
R65
0
Sparkling Water
R25
0
Food
Burger & Chips
R120
0
Chicken Wrap
R95
0
CHECKOUT R0.00
Your Order
Payment
Choose payment method
Secure & encrypted
Processing payment...
Please wait
Payment Confirmed
Your collection pin
Pickup A · Big Event
Waiting
Preparing
Ready
Order appears
instantly
Staff Dashboard
Big Event — Pickup A
Live
New Orders
Preparing
Ready
Waiting for orders...

Features

Everything you need
Nothing you don't.

Built specifically for high-volume events. Every feature earns its place.

No App Download

Customers access the full ordering experience from their mobile browser. Just scan and go — no App Store, no signup, no friction.

Collection Pin System

Every order gets a unique collection pin. Customers quote it to collect. Simple, clear, and fast.

SMS Notifications

When an order is marked ready, the customer gets an automatic SMS with their pin and pickup point. One less thing for staff to shout about.

Per-Item Caps

Set how many of each item can sell. Once the cap is hit, it goes out of stock on its own. No oversells.

Analytics & CSV Export

Every event generates a full export — items, service fees, totals. Everything you need to understand your event's performance.

Multi-Venue & Multi-Event

Run multiple venues and events simultaneously. Each is fully isolated with its own menu, staff PINs, and order history.

Secure by Design

PIN-protected staff access. No card data ever stored on Insted servers. PCI DSS compliant with trusted payment partners.

Stock Management

Mark items as out of stock and they disappear from the customer menu instantly. No awkward conversations about what's not available.

Who It's For

Built for the events you run.

If your event has queues, Insted turns them into sales.

Festivals & Music Events

Thousands of guests, multiple vendors. Keep every bar and food stall selling at peak instead of capped by the line.

Sports Events

Halftime is your biggest sales window and your worst queue. Insted clears it so vendors capture the rush instead of losing it.

Weekend Markets

One QR code surfaces every vendor at the market. Guests order across stalls and collect, and each vendor gets their own orders and takings.

Bars & Nightclubs

Let guests order from the floor and collect when it's ready. More rounds per hour, no shouting over the music.

Pricing

Flexible to your event size.

We tailor pricing to the size and frequency of your events. Get in touch to discuss what works for you.

Custom Packages Available

Priced per event or on a retainer.

Whether you're running a single festival or managing multiple venues year-round, we have a structure that fits. No hidden setup fees.

  • Full platform access — customer app, staff dashboard, admin portal
  • Unlimited menu items and categories
  • SMS notifications included
  • Post-event analytics and CSV export
  • Onboarding and setup support
  • Multi-station and multi-event configurations
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FAQ

Common questions.

Do customers need to download an app?

No. Insted is a Progressive Web App — customers access it entirely through their mobile browser by scanning a QR code. Nothing to install, no account required.

What payment methods are supported?

Insted integrates with a secure, trusted third-party payment gateway supporting card payments and EFT. All transactions are PCI DSS compliant — no card data is stored on our servers.

How does staff access work?

Staff sign in to the dashboard on any tablet with their own email and password. Orders appear in real time the moment payment is confirmed.

Can I run multiple bars or stations at one event?

Yes. Each station gets its own QR code and unique URL. Orders go to the correct station's dashboard automatically. You can have as many stations as you need.

What happens if a payment fails?

Failed payments never generate orders. The order only appears on the staff dashboard once payment is fully confirmed. Your team never prepares an unpaid order.

Is Insted suitable for smaller events?

Absolutely. Whether you're running 50 orders or 50,000, the platform works the same way. We'll help you figure out the right setup for your event size.

Get In Touch

Stop losing sales to the queue?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back to you with everything you need to get Insted live for your vendors, usually within one business day.

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South Africa
Response Time
Within 1 business day
Setup Support
Full onboarding included

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