Alert65 helps over 6,000 hospitality businesses manage food safety and health & safety compliance with customisable modules for centralised compliance management.
33 features compared · £69/month all-inclusive · No contracts
Built by Someone Who Knows Your Pain
“I was paying £149+VAT per site, per quarter with Alert65, plus extra for setup and onboarding. I wanted clean, fast interfaces that empower my whole team, not just managers.”
Paddl Co-Founder
Before Paddl existed, our co-founders ran a hospitality business using Alert65. They knew exactly what they needed, so they built it.
Why they switched:
Paddl isn't theoretical software designed in a boardroom. It's built by hospitality people who've lived your daily frustrations.
Complete side-by-side comparison
Food Safety & Compliance
| Feature | Paddl | Alert65 |
|---|---|---|
| Digital SFBB PacksPaddl Only | ||
| HACCP Plans | ||
| AI HACCP GenerationPaddl Only | ||
| Allergen Management | ||
| Risk Assessments | ||
| EHO Report Generation | ||
| One-Click Audit PacksPaddl Only | ||
| Fire Safety - Drills, Certificates & Expiry Alerts | ||
| COSHH Management |
Operations & Equipment
| Feature | Paddl | Alert65 |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Tracking | ||
| AI Equipment Anomaly DetectionPaddl Only | ||
| Temperature Monitoring | ||
| Maintenance SwimlanesPaddl Only | ||
| Supplier ManagementPaddl Only | ||
| Delivery ChecksPaddl Only |
Team & Training
| Feature | Paddl | Alert65 |
|---|---|---|
| Team Management | ||
| Training Tracking | ||
| Staff Inductions | ||
| GPS Check-inPaddl Only | ||
| Shift Handovers / EOD ReportsPaddl Only | ||
| Staff Notifications |
Documents & Knowledge
| Feature | Paddl | Alert65 |
|---|---|---|
| Document Management | ||
| Knowledge HubPaddl Only | ||
| Digital Signatures | ||
| Licence Management | ||
| Insurance Gap DetectionPaddl Only | ||
| Lease & Property ManagementPaddl Only |
Reporting & Incidents
| Feature | Paddl | Alert65 |
|---|---|---|
| Complaint MonitoringPaddl Only | ||
| Incident & Accident ReportingPaddl Only | ||
| EHO Visit DashboardPaddl Only | ||
| AI Legal Guidance & Evidence Packs |
Platform & AI
| Feature | Paddl | Alert65 |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile App | ||
| Mobile Manager ViewPaddl Only | ||
| Offline Mode | ||
| AI AssistantPaddl Only | ||
| AI Document ExtractionPaddl Only | ||
| Compliance Dashboard | ||
| Multi-Location |
What Alert65 is missing
Alert65: No AI-powered features whatsoever
Alert65: Module-based pricing adds up quickly
Alert65: Long-term contracts (1-2 years) with limited flexibility
Alert65: Limited equipment management and maintenance tracking
Alert65: No shift handover or EOD reports
Alert65: No real-time compliance dashboard
What Paddl offers instead
AI-Powered Automation
AI-generated HACCP plans, smart document extraction, equipment health analysis, and insurance gap detection.
UK Compliance Built-In
SFBB pack generation, EHO preparation dashboard, Natasha's Law allergen tracking, fire safety, and COSHH management.
Transparent Pricing
£69/location/month with all 33 features included. No modules, no hidden costs, no long-term contracts.
Shift Handovers Done Right
End-of-day reports with urgent items, stock issues, equipment problems. Incoming staff acknowledge before starting.
Features Alert65 doesn't have
Real screenshots from the Paddl platform showing what you're missing
Shift Handovers & EOD Reports
Paddl AdvantageStaff submit end-of-day reports with urgent actions, stock shortages, and equipment problems. Incoming staff acknowledge handovers before starting their shift.
Push Notifications to On-Shift Staff
Paddl AdvantageTemperature alerts, handover submissions, and maintenance updates go directly to staff who are checked in that day. No more missed alerts.
EHO Visit Ready
Paddl AdvantageQuick access to all compliance documentation during inspections. Staff can pull up SFBB packs, delivery records, and temperature logs instantly.
Equipment Management with AI Health Monitoring
Paddl AdvantageTrack all equipment with service history, temperature logs, and AI-powered health analysis that spots potential issues before they become breakdowns.
Instant Allergen Lookup
Paddl AdvantageStaff can quickly search menu items by allergen during service. No hunting through folders - just type and find what you need.
Report Issues from Mobile
Paddl AdvantageStaff can report maintenance issues, equipment breakdowns, and safety concerns directly from the app with priority levels and photos.
AI HACCP Plan Generation
Paddl AdvantageAI analyzes your business context, existing routines, equipment, and menu to generate a complete HACCP plan with process steps and critical control points.
Ask Paddy AI Assistant
Paddl AdvantageGet instant answers about compliance, food safety, and your business. AI trained on UK regulations and your specific setup.
Manager View in Mobile App
Paddl AdvantageManagers can switch to admin view on mobile to see team progress, compliance status, recent activity, and SFBB status across all locations.
AI Insurance Gap Detection
Paddl AdvantageUpload your insurance documents and AI analyzes coverage, identifies gaps, and recommends improvements. Know you're properly covered.
Why pay more for less?
All 33 features included. No contracts. Cancel anytime.
Per site (inc. VAT). Plus setup and onboarding fees. Long-term contracts required.
Missing from Alert65:
Which is right for you?
Choose Alert65 if...
- You want a long-established UK provider
- You need specific modules without extras
- Temperature monitoring is your primary concern
Choose Paddl if...
- You want AI-powered HACCP and document extraction
- You need comprehensive equipment management with AI health analysis
- You prefer all features in one simple price (£69/month) with no contract
- You want a modern, mobile-first experience built on latest technology
- Shift handovers and real-time compliance scoring matter
- You want insurance gap detection and proactive maintenance alerts
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