Epos Now

Epos Now supplies point of sale systems to more than 80,000 locations globally, across retail and hospitality. The proposition combines hardware and software in a single bundle: a POS terminal, card machine and printer, described as everything needed to trade, currently advertised from £299 against a list price of £849.

The retail configuration focuses on streamlining operations, automating inventory and supporting marketing. The hospitality configuration syncs front and back of house, integrates with delivery apps and handles fast payment acceptance, which reflects how different those two businesses actually are at the counter. A separate AI-driven multi-site option serves businesses running several POS systems or opening additional locations.

Reporting is real-time and covers staff, customers, sales, margin and stock, accessible from any device so an owner can check the business without being on site. Epos Now emphasises hardware performance in blunt commercial terms, noting that a faster processor means a faster checkout, which serves more customers and avoids losing a sale to a queue.

The system can be used standalone or connected to hundreds of applications including payment systems and accounting software, so it fits alongside tools a business already runs. Buyers should read the bundle terms carefully: the advertised hardware price requires a 12-month payments, care and support subscription starting at £54 per month, and Epos Now states the monthly rate offered may differ from the representative figure. A comparison tool helps match systems and customise a bundle before purchase.