Comparison
Pikarta vs OneCup
Both save a loyalty card to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. Only one runs stamps, points, cashback and discounts too — and it costs $99 a year, not $192.
Why owners switch to Pikarta
Four reasons Pikarta wins
Four rewards, not just stamps
Run stamps, points, cashback or a discount and match the mechanic to your margins. OneCup's site lists stamp cards only.
Manage and scan from one phone
Set up cards and scan customers in one native iOS app. OneCup runs from a web dashboard, with staff scanning through a browser.
Staff work by PIN, nothing else
Cashiers add visits at the counter with a PIN and never see your settings or customer data. OneCup's site doesn't mention a PIN mode for staff.
$99 a year, not $192
OneCup's Basic plan starts at $192/year for 1 card and 1 location. Pikarta is $99/year, with regional pricing and a 30-day trial that needs no card.
What Pikarta is
Pikarta is loyalty software for small businesses that runs four reward models — stamps, points, cashback and discount — from one iOS app used for setup and counter scanning, with the card living in the customer's Apple or Google Wallet. OneCup covers stamp cards only, run from a web dashboard with a browser-based scanner, starting at $192 a year against Pikarta's $99. Customers join either product by scanning a QR code — no app for them to download. With Pikarta, staff add visits from the same phone with a PIN, and every change you make to a card reaches every holder automatically.
Side by side
The full comparison
| Feature | Pikarta | OneCup |
|---|---|---|
| Loyalty mechanics | Stamps, points, cashback, discount | Stamp cards only |
| Manage & scan from one phone | Yes — native iOS app | Web dashboard + browser-based scanner |
| PIN cashier (no settings access) | Yes | Not stated on their site |
| Card in Apple Wallet & Google Wallet | Yes | Yes |
| Separate app for customers | None needed | None needed |
| Starting price, billed annually | $99/year | $192/year (Basic) |
| What the entry plan includes | Unlimited customers, all four mechanics | 1 active card, 1 location |
| Free trial | 30 days, no card required | 14 days, no free plan |
Figures on OneCup are taken from onecup.cc as of August 2026. Features and pricing can change — verify current details on their website. This is an independent comparison by Pikarta, not a neutral review.
Best fit
Which one is right for you?
Pick Pikarta if you want to…
- Reward with points, cashback or discounts — not only stamps.
- Run the whole program and scan customers from your phone.
- Let staff stamp at the counter without touching your settings.
- Pay $99 a year instead of $192, with a 30-day trial and no card required.
OneCup may fit if you…
- Only ever need classic digital stamp cards.
- Prefer staff scanning through a browser instead of an app.
- Are comfortable with a 14-day trial and no free plan.
FAQ
Questions, answered
What's the real difference between Pikarta and OneCup?
Both save a digital loyalty card to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, so neither needs a customer app. The difference is scope and price: Pikarta runs stamps, points, cashback and discounts from one iOS app used for setup and counter scanning, for $99 a year. OneCup covers stamp cards only, run from a web dashboard with a browser-based scanner for staff, starting at $192 a year.
Do my customers need to download an app for either product?
No. Both Pikarta and OneCup save the card straight into Apple Wallet or Google Wallet after a QR code scan — neither needs a customer app.
Can I run points or cashback with Pikarta, not just stamps?
Yes. Pikarta supports stamps, points, cashback and discounts, so you choose the model that fits your margins. OneCup's site lists stamp cards only.
How much do Pikarta and OneCup cost?
Pikarta is $99 a year, with regional pricing and a 30-day free trial that needs no card. OneCup's Basic plan is $192 a year (1 active card, 1 location), with a 14-day trial and no free plan, according to their site.
Read next
Read before you switch from OneCup
- How to Create a Digital Loyalty Card for Apple WalletThe build steps for an Apple Wallet card if you're leaving OneCup behind.
- How Much Does a Digital Loyalty Program Cost?How Pikarta's $99/year compares to OneCup's tiered plans.
- How to Switch Loyalty Providers Without Losing Your RegularsWhat to plan for before moving cardholders off OneCup.
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