DishOut vs Troncbox

DishOut is a tip management platform for hospitality operations. It calculates and distributes tips using percentage-based, point-based, or custom rules configured for roles and service models. The service can pull sales, tip, role, and shift data from connected POS systems, then distribute tips digitally under the configured rules. Exportable reports cover tip distribution, payouts, and historical records for payroll and audits. Listed integrations include Clover, GoTab, Lightspeed, Oracle Micros, NCR Aloha, OLO/Omnivore, PosiTouch, Square, Toast, Homebase, and TimeForge. DishOut supports operations across one or multiple locations, with Android, iOS, and web availability. Its mobile app lets users view tip data, payouts, and reports. The FAQ says ACH payments take 1–3 business days after shift close, with timing depending on setup and payment method. DishOut says it supports tip tracking and payroll compliance records, but does not replace legal or accounting advice. A free trial is offered, though its duration and terms are not confirmed. The privacy notice identifies MMDO, LLC as responsible entity and says account information may be retained for up to 24 months after termination where applicable.

Troncbox is web software for hospitality businesses that calculates, reconciles, and distributes tips and service charges. Allocations can be based on equal shares, hours, points, minimum awards, or a mix of methods. Employees can use a mobile app to view how allocations are calculated, check earnings and history, and access related information. Managers have dashboards, reports, historical data, and analytics on tronc funding and allocations. Listed EPOS integrations include Square Up, Tevalis, PointOne, Lightspeed, Quadrant, and Toast. WMT says it can process payroll or work with other providers, showing wages and tronc on one payslip, and manages tronc arrangements in relation to tax, National Insurance, minimum wage, and employment requirements. The free Troncbox plan is available to WMT Troncmaster Services clients and includes online management, basic reporting, employee access and app, and digitally stored and signed tronc letters. Troncbox Plus is listed at £20 a month, billed +VAT per site, for those clients; its features are marked coming soon. WMT is regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Troncbox is freemium and lists a free plan.