LoyaltyPass vs Beambox
Beambox ties loyalty to a WiFi login and requires venue hardware. LoyaltyPass issues branded passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet: no hardware, no WiFi login, no customer app.
Feature comparison
Side-by-side breakdown of LoyaltyPass vs Beambox on the features that matter most.
Orange dot = LoyaltyPass advantage. All information based on publicly available data as of 2026.
Where Beambox wins
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Beambox's WiFi splash page doubles as an email capture tool. Guests log in to the WiFi and automatically enter the loyalty database with zero friction for first-time data capture.
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WiFi session data gives Beambox users insight into how long customers stay, useful for segmented marketing based on visit duration.
- 3
Strong presence in UK hospitality: pubs, cafes, and restaurants that want to combine guest WiFi with marketing.
Where LoyaltyPass wins
- 1
LoyaltyPass does not require WiFi login. Customers scan a QR code at the counter and add a wallet pass. This works at outdoor events, markets, or venues where guest WiFi is not available.
- 2
LoyaltyPass issues real Apple Wallet and Google Wallet passes. Beambox loyalty is email-based: there is no card artifact for customers to carry between visits.
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LoyaltyPass does not require any hardware purchase. Beambox requires a Beambox router installed at the venue.
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Wallet pass push notifications from LoyaltyPass reach customers between visits without requiring an email to be opened.
Pricing snapshot
Beambox pricing includes hardware costs and is tailored for hospitality venues. LoyaltyPass is $29/month, software only, with no hardware purchase required.
Starter plan. Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, push notifications, analytics, and team accounts included.
- +Apple Wallet + Google Wallet passes
- +Stamp cards, points, and coupons
- +Push notifications included
- +Real-time analytics
- +Team scanner accounts
- +14-day free trial, no credit card
Beambox pricing includes hardware costs and is tailored for hospitality venues. LoyaltyPass is $29/month, software only, with no hardware purchase required.
Visit Beambox pricing page for current rates.
Which one is right for your business?
Pick Beambox if...
UK hospitality venues, pubs, and cafes that want a WiFi marketing splash page that doubles as a customer data capture and loyalty tool.
Pick LoyaltyPass if...
Physical businesses that want a dedicated loyalty program with Apple and Google Wallet passes, without tying loyalty to WiFi connectivity or hardware.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Beambox issue Apple Wallet or Google Wallet passes?
- No. Beambox captures customer emails via a WiFi splash page and uses email marketing as its primary channel. There is no wallet pass feature. LoyaltyPass issues native passes that live in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet.
- Does LoyaltyPass work without a WiFi login?
- Yes. Customers scan a QR code at the counter to add their wallet pass. No WiFi login, no email form, and no hardware required.
- Does Beambox require hardware?
- Yes. Beambox requires a Beambox router installed at the venue to power the WiFi splash page. LoyaltyPass runs via the free merchant app on any iPhone or Android smartphone: no hardware purchase needed.
- Is Beambox available outside the UK?
- Beambox has a strong UK and European presence. LoyaltyPass supports businesses in the UK, US, Australia, Canada, and other markets.
- Can I use LoyaltyPass alongside my existing WiFi setup?
- Yes. LoyaltyPass does not interact with your WiFi at all. Customers add a wallet pass by scanning a QR code at the counter. You can run LoyaltyPass alongside any WiFi provider or no guest WiFi at all.
Ready to try LoyaltyPass?
14-day free trial. No credit card required. Setup takes under 10 minutes.
Starting at $29/month · Apple Wallet & Google Wallet · No customer app required