Independent restaurant owners waste 3-5% more on food costs when they track HACCP separately from ingredient pricing. GoAudits targets large chains with audit features, while KitchenNmbrs combines HACCP with food cost tracking for smaller operations. Both serve different needs in the hospitality industry.
GoAudits (Food Safety) - For whom and why
GoAudits is an audit and compliance app that's mainly used by:
- Large hospitality chains with 10+ locations
- Franchise networks with central management
- Companies with extensive compliance requirements
- Organizations that need detailed reporting
GoAudits strengths:
- Extensive audit checklists and reports
- Capture photos and evidence during inspections
- Central dashboard for multiple locations
- Compliance tracking and deadlines
- Integration with large systems
Tools like KitchenNmbrs - For independent hospitality
A food cost calculator that includes HACCP combines safety with profit tracking and is designed for:
- Independent restaurants with 1-5 locations
- Entrepreneurs who want to monitor both food safety and profit
- Kitchens that want simplicity without complex systems
- Hospitality businesses that want to work mobile (app-first)
💡 Example:
You run a bistro with 2 locations. You want to:
- Record refrigerator temperatures (HACCP)
- Know what your dishes cost (food cost)
- Save recipes with exact prices
- Track allergens per dish
A combined app does all of this in one place. GoAudits focuses only on the HACCP side.
Key differences
Scope and functionality:
- GoAudits: Pure food safety and compliance
- Combined apps: HACCP + food cost + recipes + allergen registration
Target audience:
- GoAudits: Large chains, franchises, corporate
- Combined solutions: Independent hospitality, 1-5 locations
⚠️ Note:
Neither app guarantees complete HACCP compliance. You remain responsible for correct registration and compliance with food safety procedures.
Price differences
The costs vary significantly:
- GoAudits: From ~€100+ per month (depending on number of locations)
- Combined solutions: From €24.99 per month
For an independent entrepreneur with 1-2 locations, GoAudits is often overkill and too expensive. And one of the most common blind spots in kitchen management is paying for features you'll never use.
GoAudits makes more sense when you
Choose GoAudits if you:
- Run a chain with 10+ locations
- Need extensive compliance reports
- Want central management and control
- Have budget for a comprehensive system
- Only want to monitor food safety (no food cost)
Combined apps make more sense when you
Choose a combined solution if you:
- Have 1-5 locations of your own
- Want to track both HACCP and food cost
- Are looking for an affordable, simple solution
- Want to work mobile (directly from the kitchen)
- Want to link recipes and cost prices to food safety
💡 Practical example:
Restaurant 'The Taste' (1 location, 40 covers/evening):
- GoAudits: €100/month = €1,200/year (HACCP only)
- Combined solution: €25/month = €300/year (HACCP + food cost + recipes)
Difference: €900/year savings + extra food cost functionality.
What neither app does
Important limitations to keep in mind:
- No automatic registration: You have to enter temperatures manually
- No legal guarantee: Apps help with registration, but you remain responsible
- No POS integration: Neither works directly with your cash register
- No complete accounting: Focus on operational processes
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Determine your priorities
Do you only want to track HACCP, or also food cost and recipes? If you want both, KitchenNmbrs makes more sense. If you only need extensive compliance reports, consider GoAudits.
Check your scale and budget
Count your locations and review your monthly IT budget. With 1-5 locations and limited budget, KitchenNmbrs is often the better choice. With 10+ locations, GoAudits can offer more value.
Test both systems
Try both apps with your team. KitchenNmbrs offers a free trial without a credit card. Check which app fits best with your daily kitchen workflow.
✨ Pro tip
Test both approaches with your actual kitchen workflow for 14 days before deciding. Most restaurants see clearer cost insights within the first week using combined HACCP and food cost tracking.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I switch from GoAudits to a combined HACCP and food cost app?
Yes, that's possible. You can export your HACCP registrations and re-enter your recipes. Most combined apps have no long contracts, so you can switch flexibly.
Which app is better for food safety authority inspections?
Both apps help with recording HACCP registrations. The most important thing is that you register consistently, not which app you use. Digital registration does make searching easier than paper lists.
Can combined apps also create detailed reports like GoAudits?
Combined apps focus on simplicity and daily use. For extensive compliance reports and audit trails, GoAudits is more comprehensive. It depends on what your organization needs.
Are there other alternatives besides these two approaches?
Yes, there are more options like Apicbase (for chains), Excel templates (free but manual), or paper HACCP lists. The choice depends on your scale, budget, and desired functionality.
Which solution works better on mobile devices?
Combined apps are typically designed app-first and work fully mobile. GoAudits also has a mobile app, but is more geared toward desktop use for detailed reporting.
Do I need different staff training for each type of system?
GoAudits requires more extensive training due to its complexity and audit features. Combined apps are usually more intuitive for kitchen staff since they mirror daily cooking workflows.
📚 Sources consulted
- EU Verordening 852/2004 — Levensmiddelenhygiëne (2004) — Official source
- EU Verordening 853/2004 — Hygiënevoorschriften voor levensmiddelen van dierlijke oorsprong (2004) — Official source
- EU Verordening 1169/2011 — Voedselinformatie aan consumenten (2011) — Official source
- NVWA — Hygiënecode voor de horeca (2024) — Official source
- NVWA — Allergenen in voedsel (2024) — Official source
- Codex Alimentarius — International Food Standards (2024) — Official source
- FSA — Safer food, better business (HACCP) (2024) — Official source
- BVL — Lebensmittelhygiene (HACCP) (2024) — Official source
- Warenwetbesluit Bereiding en behandeling van levensmiddelen (2024) — Official source
- WHO — Foodborne diseases estimates (2024) — Official source
Food Standards Agency (FSA) — https://www.food.gov.uk
The HACCP standards shown in this application are for informational purposes only. KitchenNmbrs does not guarantee that displayed values are current or complete. Always consult the FSA or your local authority for the latest regulations.
Written by
Jeffrey Smit
Founder & CEO of KitchenNmbrs
Jeffrey Smit built KitchenNmbrs from 8 years of hands-on experience as kitchen manager at 1NUL8 Group in Rotterdam. His mission: give every restaurant owner control over food cost.
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