TicknCook is a web application that can be used directly in a browser or installed on the device by the browser as a Progressive Web App. This means TicknCook does not depend on the operating system and can be installed on a wide range of devices as long as they can run a modern web browser.

Here is our buying guide to help you choose your hardware.

Browsers compatible with TicknCook

Browser Minimum version
Google Chrome v. 29
Mozilla Firefox v. 28
Microsoft Edge v. 44
Safari v. 12.1

As TicknCook follows modern web standards, it should also work with recent versions of other web browsers such as Opera, but these have not been tested yet.

Operating systems compatible with TicknCook

System Minimum version
Windows v. 8.1
macOS v. 10.12 Sierra
iOS v. 11
Android v. 7 Nougat
Ubuntu v. 16.04

Hardware requirements

  • The device must have a reliable Internet connection, without firewall restrictions preventing the device from reaching TicknCook’s servers.
  • The resolution must be at least 1920×1080 (Full HD) with 200 PPI support and landscape mode.
  • 2 GB of RAM.
  • For the Kitchen screen, we recommend using at least a 19-inch screen for your comfort.

Three screen solutions for your kitchen

TicknCook runs as a lightweight web application (PWA): it doesn’t need powerful hardware and works in a simple browser. Any touch screen running Android, iPadOS, ChromeOS or Windows will do. Here are three solutions, from the most affordable to the most premium, so you can choose according to your budget and constraints (guide updated July 2026 — all prices are indicative and vary with promotions and available models).

Solution 1 — Budget: Teclast (but it will still work just fine 😀)

The entry level. Teclast tablets: a large screen at a contained price, full Android (Google Play), and sizes up to 14 inches that are rare at this price point. Minimal investment, but treat the hardware as a consumable: expect a replacement every 3–4 years (limited software support, battery that wears out on continuous charging).

Model Screen size Indicative price Notes
Teclast P50 / P50T 11 inches ~€130–160 The most compact and cheapest. Single station or narrow counter.
Teclast T65 13.4 inches ~€180–230 The best compromise of this range. Large 120 Hz screen, metal body.
Teclast T65 Plus / Max 13 – 13.4 inches ~€230–280 More powerful version (Helio G99, 10,000 mAh) for high volume.
Teclast (large format) 14 inches ~€250–320 Maximum distance readability for this range.

Solution 2 — Recommended: established brands (Samsung / Lenovo / iPad)

The good long-term investment. Brand-name tablets from 11 to 13 inches, more expensive to buy but clearly more durable: better build quality, software updates over several years, more reliable Wi-Fi and a brighter screen. This is the recommended choice for a station running every day over the long term.

Model Screen size Indicative price Notes
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ / S6 Lite 11 – 10.9 inches ~€200–350 Android supported for several years, solid build. A safe Samsung bet.
Lenovo Tab P12 12.7 inches ~€300–340 Very readable large 3K screen. The closest to 13“ among brand-name Androids.
Apple iPad (10th / 11th gen.) 10.9 – 11 inches ~€400–500 iPadOS, unbeatable longevity and support. Compact format.
Apple iPad Air 13“ 13 inches ~€820–870 The most durable brand-name large format. Very bright, very long support.

Solution 3 — Premium: Beetronics industrial screen + Chromebox

The high end, for a permanent installation. A Beetronics industrial touch screen (from 13 to over 20 inches), designed for 24/7 operation, paired with a small Chromebox that runs TicknCook. The result: a large, sturdy, fixed screen, ideal for a high-volume kitchen.

Good to know: this solution requires assembling the whole setup yourself (screen + Chromebox + power supply + VESA mount). It is more complex and a bigger investment. Reserve it for those who want a durable, large-format station.

Model Screen size Indicative price Notes
Beetronics touch screen 13 to 27+ inches ~€400–900 (screen) Industrial quality, designed for 24/7 use, VESA / built-in mounting.
Chromebox (mini PC) — ~€250–400 Box plugged in behind the screen. Runs TicknCook in Chrome.

Stands and mounts (all solutions)

The stand matters as much as the screen: it must keep the worktop clear, stay readable and withstand splashes. For tablets (solutions 1 and 2), here are the options from the simplest to the most versatile. The Beetronics solution uses a standard VESA mount (arm or wall bracket, your choice).

Type of stand Indicative price Recommended use
Simple counter stand ~€20–35 Sits on the worktop, adjustable angle. The simplest and cheapest option.
Counter stand with articulated arm ~€30–50 Clamps to the counter edge, adjustable arm. Frees up the worktop, ideal in the kitchen.
Double articulated arm stand (2 tablets) ~€50–80 Two screens on a single anchor point. For a station with kitchen display + dispatch.
Wall mount with articulated arm ~€30–60 Wall mounting, 360° rotation, adjustable reach. To fully clear the worktop and place the screen up high.

Best practices in the kitchen

  • Permanent power: the screen stays plugged in all day. Plan a socket near the stand.
  • Stable Wi-Fi connection: TicknCook works in real time; position the router/access point to cover the kitchen well.
  • Protection: a case or a spot sheltered from grease splashes extends the screen’s lifespan.
  • Test before rollout: for several points of sale, validate one unit in real conditions before ordering in bulk.

Dining-room screen (ODS) — for customers or couriers

A non-interactive display. For the dining-room screen (Order Display Screen), meant for customers or couriers, a touch screen is not needed: it is a read-only display. The simplest solution is to use any Android TV with the Google Play Store, on which you install the TicknCook app directly from the store.

For a TV without the Google Play Store, add a streaming box on which TicknCook can be installed, then project the display on any screen:

Hardware Indicative price Notes
Android TV (with Google Play Store) — Simplest solution: install TicknCook directly from the Google Play Store. No extra box required.
Amazon Firestick 4K Select ~€55 Specific “Firestick 4K Select” model. Lets you install TicknCook and project it on any TV.
Google TV Streamer ~€120 Also lets you install TicknCook and project it on any TV.

Printers for ticket printing

The choice depends on the KDS. The printing hardware depends on the device chosen for the KDS, which triggers the printing.

  • With an iPad: Epson TM-M30III with the Wi-Fi option (~€280), for standard paper ticket printing only (no support for adhesive labels).
  • With Android or Windows: Zebra printers. We mainly recommend the 420 or 421 models for adhesive label printing, and the 230 model for standard paper ticket printing. Make sure to choose a model equipped with Wi-Fi, and prefer a model with a cutter for standard paper tickets.

Example of a ZD230 configuration perfectly suited to standard ticket printing (~€510): see the product sheet on myzebra.fr.

Contact us before any Zebra hardware purchase: we have a partnership with myzebra.fr giving access to a preferential rate.

Full list of supported Zebra printers:

  • ZT series: ZT200, ZT400, ZT500 and ZT600 Series.
  • ZD series: ZD400, ZD500 and ZD600 Series.
  • ZQ series: ZQ300, ZQ500, ZQ600, plus ZQ300 Plus and ZQ600 Plus Series.
  • Other mobile printers: QLn Series, IMZ Series and ZR Series.
  • G-Series and legacy models: G-Series, LP/TLP2824-Z, LP/TLP2844-Z and LP/TLP3844-Z.