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What to consider when buying a POS

With this many POS system options available, it’s easy to get confused about what tools your business needs to succeed. We’ve compiled a list of the most valuable features your point of sale should have and put all products side by side so you can see how Lightspeed stands out.

What to consider when buying a POS

Here's a detailed list of the key features you should look for in a point of sale. Check out a side-by-side analysis of all contenders to see why Lightspeed remains the #1 choice among serious retailers.

Main Features

Order and pay at table

Core sales reporting

In-depth insights

Integrated payments reporting

Multi-location capabilities

Advanced inventory management

Fast and transparent integrated payment processing

PMS integration

Free 1:1 onboarding

Free 24/7 support

Cloud-based across all devices

Offline mode

Advanced coursing and bill-splitting options

Extensive network of integrations

Flexible hardware options

Toast
TouchBistro
Square for restaurant
Micros
Clover
Main Features
Order and pay at table
Core sales reporting
In-depth insights
Integrated payments reporting
Multi-location capabilities
Advanced inventory management
Fast and transparent integrated payment processing
PMS integration
Free 1:1 onboarding
Free 24/7 support
Cloud-based across all devices
Offline mode
Advanced coursing and bill-splitting options
Extensive network of integrations
Flexible hardware options
Toast
 
 
 
 
 
TouchBistro
 
 
 
 
Square for restaurant
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Micros
 
 
 
 
Clover
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

"Technology has allowed us to create experiences and replace the elements that we no longer have control over with in-house dining. For us, it was really important to create an ordering process that was reflective of our brand and style and that evoked the elements that are behind Tinc Set." Lindsay Brennan, Tinc Set

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