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Nabsie vs Zonal Bookings
Zonal Bookings, formerly liveRES, is the booking system from Zonal, the UK till (EPoS) company behind many big pub and restaurant groups. Nabsie is a standalone booking system for independents, with every price on the website.
Side by side
| Nabsie | Zonal Bookings | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free up to 50 bookings a month, then £14.99 or £29.99 a month (£149 or £299 a year) | Quote only, a flat monthly fee |
| Per cover fees | Never | No commission |
| Find out the price | On the website, sign up in minutes | Contact Zonal sales |
| Till | Works alongside any till | Built to work with Zonal's own EPoS |
| Best for | Independents and small groups | Groups already running on Zonal |
Zonal details from zonal.co.uk, October 2026. Check their site for the latest.
Where Zonal Bookings is stronger
If your pub group already runs on Zonal tills, Zonal Bookings links straight into them, which is a real advantage for big multi site operators. Zonal serves thousands of UK venues and many of the best known pub and restaurant groups.
Where Nabsie is stronger
For a single venue or a small group not on Zonal tills, Nabsie is quicker to set up and far cheaper, and you can see the price before you talk to anyone. Zonal was bought by Volaris Group in February 2026. It says it will carry on as an independent business, but if you are reviewing your systems anyway, it is a good time to compare.
Switching from Zonal Bookings
Sign up free, set your opening hours and tables, add your upcoming bookings, then swap the widget on your website and the booking link on Google, Instagram and Facebook. Most venues are done in under an hour, and we will do it with you for free if you would rather. Run both side by side until your old bookings have passed.
FAQ
Nabsie vs Zonal Bookings questions
How much does Zonal Bookings cost?
Zonal does not publish its booking prices. It describes a flat monthly fee with no commission, and you need to contact its sales team for a quote. Nabsie is free up to 50 bookings a month, then £14.99 or £29.99 a month.
Is liveRES the same as Zonal Bookings?
Yes. liveRES is the earlier name for Zonal's booking system.
Do I need to change my till to use Nabsie?
No. Nabsie works alongside whatever till you already have.
See if Nabsie fits
Free up to 50 bookings a month, no card, and we will set it up with you for free.
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