Shift4 Dine Workstation
The Command Center of Your Restaurant
15" touchscreen. Integrated payments. Zero upfront cost. Built for the pace of service.
What It Does
Front-of-House
- Table management and floor plan tracking
- Hold & fire tickets with coursing (App, Entree, Dessert, Salad)
- Split checks by seat, item, or even split
- Pre-authorized bar tabs for bars & nightclubs
- QR code and contactless ordering
- In-house online ordering (takeout + delivery)
- Reservation & waitlist management with SMS notifications
Back-of-House
- Real-time reporting & analytics via Lighthouse Business Manager
- Employee database with timekeeping, overtime, scheduling (Shift4 Dine Workforce)
- Customer database with order history & preferences
- Menu customization with real-time sync across all devices
- Loyalty program integration
- Cloud-based back office accessible remotely
- Mobile analytics app for owners on the go
The Shift4 Dine Ecosystem
Your Workstation sits at the center, connecting every device in your operation.
What's in the Box
Every Shift4 Dine Workstation ships as a complete, pre-configured bundle.
Shift4 Dine Workstation
15" FHD touchscreen with built-in payments
Cash Drawer
Secure cash handling, printer-connected
Receipt Printer
Thermal, USB connected, fast & quiet
Hardware Specs
Based on the PAX Elys Workstation L1400 platform
How It Stacks Up
Compare the Shift4 Dine Workstation against leading restaurant POS terminals.
| Shift4 Dine Workstation | Toast Terminal | Clover Station Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 15" FHD (1920x1080) | 14" (1366x768) | 14" + 8" customer |
| Upfront Cost | $0 | $0 (w/ commitment) | $0 (w/ commitment) |
| Monthly | $29.99/mo | $69+/mo | $44.95+/mo |
| Processing | 0% markup | 2.49% + $0.15 | 2.3% + $0.10 |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 2 years | 1 year |
| Payment Integration | Built-in | Built-in | Built-in |
| Contract | No ETF | 2-year lock | Varies |
Competitor pricing is approximate and may vary by plan. Last checked Q1 2026.
Works With
Compatible peripherals that plug right into your workstation ecosystem.
Customer-Facing Display
PAX A3700 — mounts via USB-C / POGO PIN
Receipt Printer
SNBC BTP-S80 — USB connected
Cash Drawer
Connects through receipt printer (daisy-chain)
Kitchen Display System
16" or 22" touchscreen, network-connected
Kitchen Printer
Thermal or dot matrix, Ethernet
Label Printer
Epson TM-L100 — takeout / item labels
Barcode Scanner
USB connected
Digital Scale
Toggle-enabled in settings
Caller ID System
For phone-in orders
PIN Pad (SP30)
Additional payment terminal
Shift4 Dine Mobile / Air / Glass
Handheld devices for tableside
Ships pre-configured by Shift4 — plug in, connect peripherals, start taking orders.
Pricing
$0
upfront for hardware
$29.99
/month per terminal
Standard package includes: Workstation + Cash Drawer + Receipt Printer
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Frequently Asked Questions
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