Get flexible. Get clever. And get those margins working for you.
If you’ve ever wished your menu could shapeshift just a little - to reward loyal regulars, run a cheeky happy hour, or show the love to your neighbours, then you’re already thinking like an Alternative Price user.
Alternative Prices in Bustle let you charge a different price for the same item, depending on the situation. No cloning your menu. No messy workarounds - quick toggles that make your pricing smarter.
But what are people actually using them for? We asked some of our top 'Alties' for the low down...
🔟 Real-World Uses for Alt Prices
1. VAT Handling (UK-specific)
For takeaway pricing where VAT doesn’t apply - alt prices make compliance easy, without creating duplicate items or many mods.
2. Loyalty Freebies
Whether it’s “buy 9 get the 10th free” or a little something extra for the local running club, you can serve up zero-dollar love with ease. Or add a flat 10% off for your regulars - the choice is yours.
3. Daily Specials
Want to change the price of that toastie when it's Tuesday and the weather is grim? Alt prices let you pop a special on without remaking your menu.
4. Club & Group Discounts
Cycling squad? Book club? Office crew from across the road? Alt prices help you treat your little tribes with tailored pricing.
5. Neighbour Perks
Got a bestie from the bakery next door? Or the flower shop bud who always brings good vibes? Add a special rate just for them.
6. Staff Discounts
Hook your crew up with a consistent staff rate that’s hidden from normal view. 50% off Cabinet items for the team? No sweat! Easy to manage, nice to have.
7. Happy Hour
Want to knock a dollar off drinks after 3pm? Create an alt price and use the button when the time’s right.
8. Quiet Time Pricing
Encourage traffic during slow periods by offering a cheaper price only available when it's a little slower.
9. Loyalty Hacks
Some folks are already using alt prices as the sneaky backend for loyalty systems. That’s only going to get better with what’s coming... 👀
10. Modifier Workarounds
Sometimes it’s easier to use an alt price than build a whole new modifier tree. Simple fixes for complex menus.
So, Why Use Alt Prices?
They’re flexible. You don’t need 10 versions of the same item - just one with your special variations.
They keep your menu clean. No mess. No clutter. Just streamlined, pro-level pricing.
They work great with staff controls. Set who sees what, and when.
They pave the way for smarter loyalty. Especially as we build tools to support groups of customers - not just individuals.
And if you’re already using them - what’s your wildest alt price? Tell us. We love to know how our tools are being used, so we can improve them!