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Comparison

Best POS System for a Small Shop: What to Compare

How to compare POS systems for a small shop: hardware cost, fees, offline mode, reporting and whether to choose off-the-shelf or custom.

Hardware and setup cost

Some POS products require proprietary terminals. Others run on a tablet or laptop you already own. Count total hardware cost before comparing monthly fees.

Fees

Compare the monthly subscription, card processing percentage and any per-location or per-user charges. Small percentage differences add up at volume.

Offline mode and reporting

Internet outages happen. Check the system can keep selling offline, and that daily sales, stock and tax reports are easy to read.

Off-the-shelf vs custom

Off-the-shelf is quicker. A custom POS fits unusual workflows such as local tax rules, multiple branches or special billing, and has no per-seat licence.

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