What each system runs on.
Some platforms lock you to proprietary terminals, some run on hardware you already own, and a few include equipment in the subscription. Where a vendor does not publish device prices or warranty terms, we leave it blank rather than guess.
Scores compare documented fit and value. They are analysis, not laboratory benchmarks, customer-review averages or vendor claims.
Hardware included with installation, training and support; Landi C20 documented; web, iOS, Android and iPad access
Last verified 2026-09-02
Cloud platform across desktop and mobile/tablet devices
Last verified 2026-09-02
Cloud application accessible on computers, phones and tablets
Last verified 2026-09-02
Not a standalone countertop POS; connects to commerce, warehouse and POS systems
Last verified 2026-09-02
Clover Go, Flex, Mini, Station Solo and Station Duo options
Last verified 2026-09-02
Traditional lanes, self-checkout, scales, kiosks, fuel and other retail touchpoints; custom configuration
Last verified 2026-09-02
Cloud POS works across common desktop, tablet and mobile platforms plus POS devices
Last verified 2026-09-02
Cloud software; device and payment requirements by configuration
Last verified 2026-09-02
Runs on desktop, phone or tablet; payment options supported without a conventional register
Last verified 2026-09-02
Mobile and web platform; field payments supported
Last verified 2026-09-02
Starter or custom grocery hardware; Growth/Premium bundles include lane equipment and pin pad under stated terms
Last verified 2026-09-02
No extra hardware required for Tap to Pay on a compatible phone
Last verified 2026-09-02
Golf, retail and restaurant POS hardware configured by quote
Last verified 2026-09-02
iPad and restaurant hardware options; quote required
Last verified 2026-09-02
Retail hardware packages and compatible devices; quote required
Last verified 2026-09-02
Web/mobile business platform and integrated payment options
Last verified 2026-09-02
Published bundles include Puma $1,299, Cheetah $1,799 and Panther tablet bundle $499
Last verified 2026-09-02
Browser-based POS with compatible third-party hardware
Last verified 2026-09-02
Web and mobile deployment; hardware requirements depend on configuration
Last verified 2026-09-02
Compatible phone or tablet plus Shopify reader; optional counter hardware
Last verified 2026-09-02
Station 15 listed at $995 ($750 promotional); handheld $495 ($297 promotional), plus implementation
Last verified 2026-09-02
Square mobile readers, handhelds, stands and registers; buy or use compatible mobile devices
Last verified 2026-09-02
Cloud software with optional integrated payment terminal
Last verified 2026-09-02
Toast-approved restaurant terminals, handhelds, displays and networking equipment
Last verified 2026-09-02
iPad-based setup; hardware sourced through TouchBistro or compatible equipment
Last verified 2026-09-02
Web and mobile apps; free reader offer subject to merchant-services terms
Last verified 2026-09-02
Mobile/web platform; card readers sold separately
Last verified 2026-09-02