POS question
Do I need a POS for a small shop?
Short answer
You need a POS when manual billing slows checkout, prices get mistyped, or you cannot trust stock counts. If you sell more than a few items daily or have barcoded products, a simple mobile POS saves time and reduces mistakes.
More detail
You do not need the most expensive system—start with catalog, scanning, and daily totals.
Weekend markets and single-counter kades gain the most from fast scan-and-sell workflows.
Related questions
- Can I start without hardware?
- Yes. A phone and free POS app is enough for many small shops on day one.
- What if I only sell a few products?
- A short manual catalog still helps—you get consistent pricing and a sales record even without barcodes.