Spain has one of the densest restaurant markets in Europe. Tapas bars, family-run restaurants, asadores, fine dining, and brunch spots all compete for the same diners. With margins squeezed by inflation and rising rent, the restaurants that win in 2026 are the ones that bring the same customers back instead of constantly chasing new ones.
A digital loyalty program is one of the cheapest retention tools available. According to Bain & Company, a 5% increase in customer retention can boost profits by 25% to 95%. For a restaurant where average tickets sit between EUR 15 and EUR 50, that retention bump can fund staff, marketing, or simply keep the lights on.
This article compares the loyalty apps that work for Spanish restaurants in 2026: Fedele, Stocard, Stamp Me, and Square Loyalty. The goal is not a subjective ranking — it is a side-by-side analysis of features, pricing, Spanish-language support, and limits.
What to look for in a loyalty app for restaurants in Spain
- Points-per-euro-spent system: fair across small tapas and full dinners
- No extra hardware: no tablet or scanner cluttering the host stand
- Spanish-language interface: for both staff and customers
- Free plan or low entry cost: many Spanish restaurants run on tight margins
- Barcode or phone-number identification: fast at the till
- GDPR compliance: required in Spain and the EU
- Apple Wallet support: Spain has roughly 30% iPhone share (StatCounter, March 2026)
Quick comparison
| Feature | Fedele | Stocard | Stamp Me | Square Loyalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Points-based loyalty | Card wallet | Stamp cards | POS-integrated loyalty |
| Free plan | Yes (5 customers) | Free for consumers | No | No |
| Spanish interface | Yes | Yes | Limited | Yes |
| Custom rewards | Unlimited | N/A | Stamp model only | Yes |
| Hardware needed | No (smartphone only) | N/A | Optional NFC StampPod | Square hardware |
| Apple Wallet | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | EUR 0/month | Free | From ~EUR 22/month | From $45/month + Square |
Detailed reviews
1. Fedele
Best for: Spanish restaurants that want a smartphone-only points program with a free plan to start.
What it does: Fedele is a dedicated loyalty platform for small businesses. The waiter or host scans the customer's barcode from the restaurant's iPhone or Android, enters the bill amount, and points apply automatically. No tablet, no separate till.
Key features:
- Points per euro spent with configurable ratios (e.g. 1 point per EUR 1 spent)
- Barcode scanning under 10 seconds
- Unlimited custom rewards (free dessert, complimentary glass of wine, prepaid menu)
- Map visibility — diners in the area find your restaurant via the app
- Welcome bonus for new members
- No extra hardware
- Apple Wallet support on the customer app
Pricing: Free plan at EUR 0/month for up to 5 customers. Pro at EUR 49.99/month (annual EUR 599.99) or EUR 59.99/month monthly billing.
Strengths:
- Genuinely free to start, no credit card needed
- Built around staff-on-the-floor speed
- Spanish and English interface
- GDPR compliant
- Points-per-euro fits varying ticket sizes (tapas vs. dinner)
- Apple Wallet on iPhone
Limitations:
- Free plan capped at 5 customers (designed as a real test)
- No POS integration (works standalone — by design)
2. Stocard (now part of Klarna)
Best for: Diners who want all loyalty cards in one digital wallet.
What it does: Stocard is a consumer wallet. Diners scan their existing cards and store them on their phone. It does not let restaurants create a loyalty program.
Pricing: Free for consumers. No merchant product.
Strengths:
- Polished iOS and Android experience
- Spanish interface
- Free
- Apple Wallet integration
Limitations:
- You cannot create a loyalty program for your restaurant with Stocard
- No merchant tools, analytics, or rewards engine
- Klarna's strategy is now centered on payments and shopping
3. Stamp Me
Best for: Restaurants that prefer the classic stamp card model ("buy 9, get 1 free").
What it does: Stamp Me digitizes the stamp card. Customers earn one stamp per visit via QR code, and the reward unlocks at a set count.
Pricing: From ~EUR 22/month (Lite plan). Free trial available.
Strengths:
- Stamp metaphor is familiar to diners
- 4.9-star App Store rating cited
- Apple Wallet support
- Push notifications and Birthday Club on higher plans
Limitations:
- Stamp model is not fair when ticket sizes vary widely (tapas at EUR 3 vs. dinner at EUR 50)
- English-first interface and support
- No free plan
- StampPod NFC hardware needed for some validation flows
- Smaller user base in Spain than international markets
4. Square Loyalty
Best for: Restaurants already running Square POS.
What it does: Square Loyalty is an add-on to Square POS. Customers earn points automatically at checkout. The pass can sit in Apple Wallet.
Pricing: From $45/month, on top of Square processing fees.
Strengths:
- Frictionless if you already use Square
- Automatic point accrual at the till
- Apple Wallet support
- Spanish interface
Limitations:
- Locked to Square POS
- $45/month on top of existing Square fees
- Cannot be used standalone
- Limited customization vs. dedicated loyalty platforms
Which loyalty app should a Spanish restaurant pick?
For most Spanish restaurants, the deciding factors are speed at the table or till, fairness across ticket sizes, and cost.
Choose Fedele if:
- You want a free plan to test with real diners before committing
- Points per euro spent matters more than stamps (it should — restaurant tickets vary a lot)
- Spanish interface and GDPR compliance are required
- You do not want extra hardware
- Apple Wallet on iPhone matters to your customers
- You want diners in the neighborhood to discover you via the app's map
Choose Square Loyalty if:
- You already run Square POS
- Automatic points at checkout outweigh customization
- You can absorb $45/month on top of Square fees
Skip Stocard:
- It is a consumer wallet. You cannot create a restaurant loyalty program with it.
Choose Stamp Me if:
- You serve a fixed-format model (set menu, prix-fixe) where stamps make sense
- You can absorb ~EUR 22+/month
- English-first interface is acceptable
The bottom line
The right loyalty app for a Spanish restaurant runs from the same iPhone the host already keeps near the door. It rewards a EUR 50 dinner more than a EUR 3 caña. It speaks Spanish to your customers. It complies with GDPR.
Fedele was built to match that profile. Free to start, no hardware, points per euro, Spanish interface. Test it with your next ten regulars.
FAQ
What is the best loyalty app for restaurants in Spain?
Fedele is the strongest fit for most Spanish restaurants: free to start, points per euro, no hardware, Spanish interface, GDPR compliant, Apple Wallet on iPhone.
Are loyalty apps for restaurants in Spain GDPR compliant?
The major platforms — Fedele, Stocard, Stamp Me, Square Loyalty — comply with GDPR. Always review the privacy policy of the platform you adopt.
Stamps or points: which works better for a Spanish restaurant?
Points per euro spent are fairer when ticket size varies. A tapa at EUR 3 and a Sunday lunch at EUR 50 should not earn the same reward. Stamps work for fixed-format menus.
Do Spanish restaurants need extra hardware to run a loyalty app?
Most platforms do not. Fedele, Stocard, and Square Loyalty work from the smartphone camera. Stamp Me may require StampPod NFC for some validation flows.
Can a small restaurant in Spain run a loyalty app for free?
Yes. Fedele has a permanent free plan for up to 5 customers, with all core features and barcode scanning at no cost. No credit card required.
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