Retail stores need a POS that handles inventory, barcodes, customer loyalty, and fast checkout — without costing a fortune. Here is how to get all of that for free.
What retail POS must have
- Barcode scanning — scan products, auto-lookup pricing
- Inventory management — real-time stock levels, low-stock alerts
- Customer loyalty — track repeat customers, purchase history
- Multiple payment methods — cash, card, UPI, digital wallets
- Reports — best sellers, slow movers, daily/weekly/monthly
- Multi-location — manage multiple shops from one account
Everything you need
NexPOS free for retail
- Unlimited products and categories
- Real-time inventory tracking
- Customer database with purchase history
- Multiple payment methods
- Sales reports and analytics
- Works on any device — no special hardware
Common retail use cases
Clothing store
Use variants for sizes and colors. Track inventory per variant. Customer profiles for personalized recommendations.
Grocery shop
Barcode scanning for fast checkout. Weight-based pricing. Low-stock alerts for staples.
Electronics store
Serial number tracking. Warranty management. High-value item reporting.
Gift shop
Multi-currency for tourist customers. Gift receipts. Seasonal inventory management.
Open your shop on NexPOS
Add products, set prices, start ringing up sales. No hardware investment.
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Retail POS cost comparison
| Feature | NexPOSWinner | Shopify POS | Lightspeed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | $0 | $39/mo | $69/mo |
| Transaction fee | None | 2.9% + 30¢ | 2.6% + 10¢ |
| Inventory | Free | Included | Included |
| Barcode scanning | Essential | Included | Included |
| Multi-location | Professional | $89/mo plan | $99/mo plan |
