Delivery already accounts for more than 20% of turnover at many restaurants. We look at the platforms that dominate the Spanish market.
Delivery is no longer a side line; it has become a strategic channel. According to industry figures, the food delivery market in Spain topped €4.5 billion in 2025, and it is still growing. For many restaurants, especially dark kitchens and venues in areas with little passing trade, delivery can make up between 30% and 70% of turnover.
But delivery comes at a cost that is not always worked out properly: platform commissions range from 15% to 35% of each order, and that can wipe out your entire margin if you do not manage pricing and operations carefully. On top of that, being on several platforms at once multiplies the complexity: multiple tablets, different prices, orders piling up on top of each other at peak times.
In this comparison we look at the three big delivery platforms in Spain (Glovo, Uber Eats and Just Eat), two aggregators that bring orders from several platforms into one place (Deliverect and Otter), and an independent logistics service (Stuart) for restaurants that want to offer delivery without relying on third-party marketplaces. Note: Zindra does not handle delivery directly, but it helps you work out whether delivery is actually profitable by keeping track of your real costs.
Glovo is the undisputed leader of food delivery in Spain. Founded in Barcelona in 2015, it has grown into the go-to platform with the largest market share, particularly in large and mid-sized cities. Its model goes beyond restaurant food: it also delivers groceries, pharmacy products and parcels, which gives it a huge user base.
Uber Eats is the second-largest player in the Spanish market and a global delivery giant. It draws on Uber’s infrastructure and brand recognition to offer a solid service. Its strengths are its technology and its integration with the wider Uber ecosystem (including payments and logistics), plus an international presence that attracts tourists who already have the app.
Just Eat is the veteran of the sector in Spain, operating since 2010. Its original model was to connect restaurants with customers without handling logistics (the restaurant used its own delivery drivers). Although it has evolved and now also offers its own riders, it remains a good option for restaurants that want delivery at a lower commission using their own fleet.
Deliverect is not a delivery platform as such, but an aggregator that brings orders from Glovo, Uber Eats, Just Eat and other platforms into a single system. You receive every order on one tablet, it syncs them with your POS and it updates menus across all platforms at once. It is the answer for restaurants listed on several marketplaces that want to simplify day-to-day operations.
Otter, now part of Olo (Checkmate), is another delivery order aggregator that competes head-on with Deliverect. Its proposition is similar: bring orders from multiple sources into one system and connect them to your POS. It has a strong presence among American chains and is growing in Europe.
Stuart is a last-mile logistics platform that lets restaurants deliver with professional riders without relying on Glovo or Uber Eats. The restaurant takes the order through its own channels (website, phone, WhatsApp) and Stuart only handles the delivery. It is the option for those who want their own delivery service without managing a fleet of drivers.
The best delivery strategy depends on your situation. If you are starting out or want volume, being on Glovo is almost essential in Spain given its market share. Adding Uber Eats and Just Eat broadens your reach, especially if Just Eat lets you use your own drivers and pay less commission. If you are already on several platforms and the tablet chaos is taking over, Deliverect simplifies operations enormously. And if you have a strong brand and want independence from the marketplaces, Stuart lets you run your own delivery and pay only per drop. The most common mistake: not working out whether delivery is profitable. A €25 order with 30% commission and a 30% food cost leaves you €10 gross — and out of that you still have to pay staff, packaging, electricity... Tools like Zindra help you calculate the real cost of each order and decide whether delivery is paying off or bleeding you dry.
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Commissions vary by platform and by your order volume, but the usual range is 25% to 35% per order. Glovo and Uber Eats tend to sit at 28–32%, while Just Eat offers lower rates (13–18%) if you use your own drivers. These commissions are negotiable if you have high volume (more than 500 orders a month). Important: always work out your net margin after commission, food cost and packaging before setting your delivery prices.
Most restaurants do, and the platforms allow it. A 15–25% mark-up on dine-in prices is common and generally accepted by customers (who value the convenience). Be transparent, though: if a customer visits the restaurant and sees lower prices, they will understand. What you cannot do is charge different prices on Glovo and Uber Eats — the platforms require price parity.
It depends on your operational capacity. Being on several platforms maximises visibility but multiplies the complexity (several tablets, duplicated menus, orders colliding at peak times). If you have a small kitchen, start with one (Glovo, for volume) and add more once you have the operation under control. If you already handle high volume, use an aggregator such as Deliverect to bring everything into a single system.
It depends on your average order value. If Stuart charges you €5 per delivery and your average order is €20, delivery costs you 25% — similar to Glovo but without its visibility. Where Stuart wins is with high-value orders (€40+) and repeat customers who already know you. The ideal scenario: you generate orders through your website or social media (with no marketplace commission) and only pay Stuart for the delivery. That means investing in your own marketing and having a brand people actively look for.
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