Retekess and generic coaster pagers are cheap to buy — but the hidden costs of charging, breakage, and limited range add up fast. BuzzMyTable eliminates hardware entirely.
Budget coaster pagers break easily. Spills, drops, and everyday wear mean constant replacements — often at $15–$30 per unit.
Staff must collect, rack, and charge every pager at close. A forgotten charge means fewer pagers available at peak time.
Retekess pagers typically work within 100–300 m. Guests waiting in their car or across the street won't get the signal.
A plastic coaster can't show your logo, track engagement, or integrate with your POS.
| Feature | Retekess / Coaster Pagers | BuzzMyTable |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware required | Base station + coasters | None |
| Upfront cost | $200–$600 for a set | $0 |
| Replacement cost | $15–$30 per coaster | N/A — no hardware |
| Range | 100–300 m (RF) | Unlimited (internet) |
| Notification types | Vibrate + flash | Push, sound, vibration, screen flash, live status |
| Charging | Nightly | Not needed |
| Hygiene | Shared device — must sanitise | Contactless — guest's own phone |
| POS integration | Rarely | Simple REST API |
| Branding | None | Full logo, theme & custom JS |
QR code prints on the receipt
Live status page opens instantly
One tap in the dashboard
Push notification anywhere
Switch to BuzzMyTable and never buy another pager again.