Shopify POS Review

Unified commerce for retail and online

4.5/5

Starting at $5/mo + Shopify plan

Pros

✓Best-in-class e-commerce integration
✓Unified inventory across online and in-store
✓Beautiful, modern interface
✓Extensive app ecosystem
✓Works with various hardware options

Cons

✗Requires Shopify subscription (not standalone)
✗POS Pro features cost extra
✗Limited restaurant features
✗Processing fees add up for high-volume sellers

Best For

Omnichannel retailersE-commerce brands with storesPop-up shopsBoutiquesMulti-location retail

Pricing

POS Lite

Included

with Shopify plan

Basic POS included with any Shopify plan

✓Mobile POS app
✓Product management
✓Customer profiles
✓Payment processing
✓Basic reporting

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Full Features

POS Pro

$89

per location/month

Advanced retail features

✓Everything in Lite
✓Staff management & permissions
✓Smart inventory management
✓In-store analytics
✓Unlimited registers

Upgrade to Pro

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Shopify subscription to use Shopify POS?

Yes, Shopify POS requires an active Shopify subscription. Plans start at $39/month (Basic), $105/month (Shopify), or $399/month (Advanced). POS Lite is included; POS Pro costs an additional $89/location/month.

What are Shopify's processing fees?

In-person rates are 2.4% to 2.7% depending on your plan. Using Shopify Payments avoids additional transaction fees. Third-party payment gateways add 0.5% to 2% on top of their fees.

Is Shopify POS good for restaurants?

Shopify POS is not designed for restaurants. It lacks table management, kitchen display systems, and menu modifiers. Stick with Square or Toast for food service.

Can I use Shopify POS on Android?

No, Shopify POS is iOS-only (iPhone and iPad). If you need Android support, consider Square or Clover.

Alternatives

Square →Lightspeed →Clover →