Comparison
DoorDash vs Uber Eats commission
Compare DoorDash and Uber Eats commissions plan by plan on your own order size and volume, including pickup fees.
At 600 orders a month of $32.00:
| Plan level | DoorDash per month | Uber Eats per month |
|---|---|---|
| Entry plan (15% vs 20%) | $2,880.00 | $3,840.00 |
| Mid plan (25% vs 25%) | $4,800.00 | $4,800.00 |
| Top plan (30% vs 30%) | $5,760.00 | $5,760.00 |
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Which takes less, DoorDash or Uber Eats?
On the mid and top plans the two charge the same: 25% and 30% of the food subtotal. The difference is at the entry level, where DoorDash Basic takes 15% and Uber Eats Lite 20%, and on pickup orders, where DoorDash takes 6% and Uber Eats 7%.
The cheaper plans show your restaurant to fewer people in the app, so the right choice depends on how many orders each plan brings you.
Worked example: 600 orders a month at $32
- DoorDash Basic (15%):
- $2,880 / mo
- Uber Eats Lite (20%):
- $3,840 / mo
- Difference on entry plans:
- $960 / mo
On the 25% and 30% plans both take the same: $4,800 and $5,760 a month.
- Some cities cap delivery commissions below these rates.
- Use the Delivery apps calculator to find the menu price that keeps your in-house margin.
Common questions
- Does DoorDash or Uber Eats charge restaurants more?
- On the 25% and 30% plans they charge the same. On entry plans DoorDash is cheaper (15% against 20%), and DoorDash pickup is 6% against Uber Eats’ 7%.
- How much do delivery apps take from a $32 order?
- Between $4.80 (15%) and $9.60 (30%) depending on the plan, before your food and packaging costs.