Localyser has taken the time to name the best point-of-sale (POS) software solutions on the market in 2022. Each option below is an excellent choice. Some are designed for dine-in and quick-service restaurants, while others are suited for food trucks, retail, and e-commerce. Either way, take a look and pick your favorite.

Toast‍

Toast is an all-in-one POS system that helps restaurateurs process transactions and track sales. It includes front-of-house, back-of-house, and customer-facing technology. Toast offers a range of products and packages tailored to your needs. Their all-in-one system includes payment processing management software, marketing, employee scheduling, and online ordering. A starter kit includes Toast Flex system, POS software and credit processing, a tap device, router, and guest display.
They also offer add-ons for additional fees such as:

• Customer-facing displays
• Toast Go handheld devices
• Cash drawers
• EMV card readers
• Barcode scanners
• Kiosks
• Printers

TouchBistro‍

TouchBistro is a POS provider specifically designed for restaurants. It offers one of the best customer experiences. TouchBistro provides a range of tools including table and self-service ordering for customers and inventory management features. Their system makes tracking inventory levels and table turnover easy. It also automates verbal communication of “86 items” (restaurant jargon meaning an item is out of stock). Their software facilitates communication of food order changes between kitchen and front of house. TouchBistro even helps manage staff by assigning roles, tracking attendance, and performance.
Customer support is available 24/7.

Lightspeed‍

Lightspeed is a POS system specialized in order flexibility and add-ons for delivery and loyalty programs. It helps manage delivery and takeout orders to avoid third-party delivery fees. Lightspeed simplifies mobile ordering and allows customers to order ahead.
Two years ago, Lightspeed acquired ShopKeep, which allows retailers to sell their products online. It now offers Lightspeed eCom, a platform to help small business owners create online stores. Retailers can easily sell products online and through social media platforms.

Square‍

Square is the most affordable online POS platform. They offer unlimited devices and users with no extra fees. Their payment processing is included with POS.
This POS software lets businesses accept customer payments using affordable chip readers in physical stores and restaurants. Their payment plans cater to various sectors such as restaurants and retail.
Their free plan enables table and menu management, includes an order manager, and offers automatic tipping options to ensure staff receive appropriate tips.

Clover‍

Clover is an excellent choice for any small business wanting a variety of POS hardware. You can start with Clover Go card readers and add more devices later if needed. One advantage of Clover hardware is its ease of setup — it's ready to use right out of the box and works seamlessly with the Clover dashboard. This all-in-one POS system allows you to manage your entire business from any device. You can create orders, accept payments, and send receipts to customers with the Clover Go app.

Upserve‍

Upserve is a live mobile app with an integrated marketing program offering many features. It is a flexible POS software designed for restaurants, including a training mode to educate staff. It specifically targets dine-in restaurants.
Their basic plan includes training mode, integrated credit card processing, analytics, marketing program, and reputation management. Other features include menu optimization, food costing, vendor management, one-click ordering, and low inventory alerts.

Revel‍

Revel has been the top POS software choice for bar owners since 2010. It is the best option if you want to use an iPad in your restaurant or bar. You can manage multiple locations using one account. Your data is securely accessed via the cloud, showing real-time sales analytics and integrations with partners.
Revel is also known for its loyalty program. It’s an easy setup that allows customers to interact with your restaurant or bar and benefit from customer retention.
They offer 24/7 customer support and cloud-based software.

GoDaddy‍

GoDaddy is a great choice for e-commerce. Their software makes accepting online payments and tracking sales easy with a user-friendly dashboard.
Their cloud-based software is easy to install and use, offering a mobile app for iOS and Android users.
The main feature of GoDaddy is the ability to purchase a domain name and create an online store and business website.

Lavu‍

Lavu is an iPad-based tool highly customizable for businesses. It offers more than 300 POS features. Lavu is an excellent option for wineries, food trucks, and cafés. You can choose from payment terminals, kitchen display systems, cash drawers, and networking devices.
Lavu provides table ordering, takeout, and delivery services, along with a built-in loyalty program.

CardConnect‍

CardConnect is a highly secure solution with PCI-compliant security features. It is a standalone POS system. CardConnect offers a range of merchant services including CardPoint, CoPilot, Clover, and contactless payments.
Signing up is easy, and you can start accepting payments securely.
They cater to retail, e-commerce, and growing businesses.

Comparison Table

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