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  • magnified SKU by shopping basket and notebook

What is SKU and how is it used in retail?

The meaning of SKU in retail is simple, but easily mistaken for other codes. What are SKUs and how are they used in shops and online?

By Emily Sorensen|2022-05-13T22:25:23+01:00March 4th, 2022|Tags: EPOS|
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  • iPad POS system UK

Best 5 iPad POS systems UK

Whether you run a retail, food or service business, our comparison of the best iPad till systems helps you uncover which to consider.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-02-21T20:16:23+00:00January 24th, 2022|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS, Lightspeed, Restaurant POS, Retail POS, Square UK, TouchBistro UK, Vend, Zettle|
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  • POS system for pizzeria

The best pizza POS systems in the UK

What's the best pizza restaurant POS system with options for delivery and Click & Collect? We compare the leading software for small pizzerias.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-02-21T20:22:16+00:00January 20th, 2022|Tags: Click and Collect, EPOS, Epos Now, Lightspeed, Restaurant POS, Revel Systems, Square UK|
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  • POS for takeaway

6 best POS systems for takeaway and delivery

What are the best POS systems for takeaway, delivery, table orders and pickup? We analyse the most affordable software with most features for the price.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-02-21T20:01:24+00:00January 7th, 2022|Tags: Click and Collect, EPOS, Goodtill, iPad POS, Lightspeed, Restaurant POS, Revel Systems, Square UK, TouchBistro UK|
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  • Best cafe POS systems UK

6 best coffee shop POS systems for cafes in the UK

What's the best cafe till system in the UK? We rate top EPOS software for coffee shops, looking at features, service and overall value.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-02-21T19:59:48+00:00December 21st, 2021|Tags: EPOS, Goodtill, Lightspeed, Restaurant POS, Square UK, TouchBistro UK, Zettle|
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  • Vend POS on iPad placed in tablet stand on countertop

Vend POS review UK: good all-round retail POS at a reasonable price

Solid and usable, Vend has a lot to offer. With its many features and user-friendly interface, should retailers consider it?

By Emily Sorensen|2022-01-03T10:00:40+00:00April 7th, 2021|Tags: EPOS, Retail POS, Vend|
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5 best retail POS systems for small shops in the UK

What's the best POS system for small shops in the UK? Although many options prevail, only few are great for small retailers.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-01-24T19:07:31+00:00March 25th, 2021|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS, Lightspeed, Retail POS, Shopify UK, Square UK, Vend, Zettle|
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  • Zettle Food and Drink review UK

Zettle Food and Drink review: simple POS system for small eateries

How good is the Zettle Food and Drink app for iPad? What does it cost? We tested Zettle's latest POS app for coffee shops, bars and food trucks alike.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-01-03T10:06:46+00:00March 1st, 2021|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS, Restaurant POS, Zettle|
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POS systems for pubs and bars – which are the best in the UK?

The UK has no shortage of bar till systems, but which are optimal for pubs and bars? Compare features of the top six affordable apps.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-01-03T10:09:53+00:00February 25th, 2021|Tags: EPOS, Epos Now, iPad POS, Lightspeed, Restaurant POS, Square UK, TouchBistro UK, Zettle|
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  • retail POS system

Retail POS comparison: 5 leading till software systems

How do the best retail POS software systems in the UK compare? We contrast key POS features, payment methods, inventory management and more.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-02-09T13:38:09+00:00February 1st, 2021|Tags: EPOS, Epos Now, iPad POS, Lightspeed, Retail POS, Shopify UK, Square UK, Vend|
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  • Clover Desktop POS hardware bundle

Clover POS review: stylish till system, myriads of costs

Clover POS systems look fancy - are they worth the commitment? The till software and terminals are user-friendly, but you should consider the features.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-02-25T18:52:02+00:00September 1st, 2020|Tags: Card Machines, Clover UK, EPOS|
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  • iZettle Go app on Apple devices standing on a table

iZettle Go app review: how far can the POS system go?

What is iZettle Go and do you get enough POS features, considering it is free? We dig into its possibilities and limitations.

By Emily Sorensen|2021-10-15T09:55:20+01:00March 3rd, 2020|Tags: EPOS, Restaurant POS, Retail POS, Zettle|
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  • X report Z report

What is an X report vs. Z report? How are they done?

What are Z reports and X reports? Whether you have a cash register, card machine or EPOS system, they have the same purpose, but are done differently.

By Emily Sorensen|2020-02-04T14:43:41+00:00February 4th, 2020|Tags: EPOS|
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  • Intelligentpos being used on a countertop with tablet stand

POS software comparison of leading till systems in the UK

We compare the five best EPOS software in the UK, focusing on key differences in cost, functionality and purpose.

By Emily Sorensen|2021-04-06T11:06:55+01:00February 2nd, 2020|Tags: EPOS, Epos Now, iPad POS, Lightspeed, Restaurant POS, Retail POS, Square UK, TouchBistro UK, Vend|
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  • POS system feature list

POS system feature list: 50 to consider

What are the most important POS functions in a till system? We list the top 50 POS features businesses should consider.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-05-23T22:10:55+01:00December 5th, 2019|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS, Restaurant POS, Retail POS|
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  • POS system price

How much does a point of sale (POS) system cost?

What does a POS system cost? We break down the price of POS equipment and software - including hidden costs.

By Emily Sorensen|2019-11-20T16:35:21+00:00November 20th, 2019|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS|
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  • POS offline mode

Offline mode of a POS system – what should you know and prepare for?

How can tills work offline? Some cloud-based EPOS have an offline mode, but not all functions will work - read the ins and outs.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-05-04T15:33:59+01:00July 1st, 2019|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS|
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  • iPad POS on counter during signature transaction

What is cloud-based POS? How does it differ from traditional till systems?

How does cloud-based POS systems compare to locally-hosted tills? We explain how it works and why it's a better system for most businesses.

By Emily Sorensen|2019-07-01T21:52:11+01:00May 20th, 2019|Tags: EPOS, iPad POS|
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  • Lightspeed Retail ePOS WITH barcode scanner, computer and iPad

Lightspeed Retail EPOS review: advanced inventory-first system

Versatile and advanced, Lightspeed Retail POS is efficient for stock and sales alike. What should SME retailers know about the service?

By Emily Sorensen|2021-10-25T04:23:39+01:00April 1st, 2019|Tags: EPOS, Lightspeed, Retail POS|
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  • Vend and Shopify

Vend and Shopify, one or both together? Considerations for serious retailers

We compare Vend's POS and Shopify's ecommerce for retailers - and how well the Vend POS + Shopify integration works.

By Emily Sorensen|2020-08-21T19:43:55+01:00March 25th, 2019|Tags: EPOS, Retail POS, Shopify UK, Vend|
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