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Lindsay Barlow

Why Your Restaurant App Needs Apple Pay & Google Wallet

February 24, 2025

Mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Wallet aren’t just a convenience—they’re a game changer for restaurant apps. From boosting conversion rates to reducing checkout friction, offering these payment options can have a direct impact on your sales.

Mobile Wallets = More Orders

Studies show that businesses using Apple Pay see up to a 58% increase in conversion rates compared to traditional credit card forms. Why? Because customers hate filling out payment details, especially on mobile. A fast, one-tap checkout means fewer abandoned carts and more completed orders.

Built-in Security & Trust

Customers are more likely to order when they trust the payment process. Apple Pay and Google Wallet offer:
Biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID)
Tokenized transactions (no card details stored)-
Lower fraud risk


This boost in conversion rates proves customers feel safer using mobile wallets over manually entering card details.

Customer Expectations Are Changing

Nearly half of consumers (45%) say they prefer brands that offer mobile payments. If your app doesn’t support Apple Pay or Google Wallet, you’re creating friction—and losing potential orders to competitors who do.

What Happens If You Don’t Offer It?

Big brands have learned the hard way. Retail giants like Walmart & Home Depot refuse to accept Apple Pay, and frustrated customers have abandoned their purchases because of it. Imagine losing a $50 order because someone didn’t want to grab their credit card.

The Bottom Line

If you want more orders, fewer abandoned carts, and happier customers, Apple Pay and Google Wallet are essential for your restaurant app. Mobile wallets increase conversion rates, improve security, and meet modern customer expectations—don’t let your business fall behind.

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