Buying guide · small-business
Best POS Systems for Small Businesses
Last updated September 7, 2026 · 4 systems compared
The best all-round point-of-sale systems for small businesses starting out, ranked on ease of setup, transparent pricing and room to grow.
At a glance
| # | POS system | Our rating | Software | In-person rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Square Best overall for small business | 4.6 /5 | $0+ per month | 2.6% + 15¢ | Review |
| 2 |  Shopify POS Best if you sell online too | 4.4 /5 | $39+ per month (Basic plan) | 2.6% + 10¢ | Review |
| 3 |  Biyo POS Best for repeat-customer businesses | 4.5 /5 | $0–$97 per month | 2.4%–3% | Review |
| 4 |  Clover Best for local support | 3.9 /5 | $0+ per month (reseller-set) | ~2.5% + 10¢ (reseller-set) | Review |
Our picks, ranked
- 14.6 /5
No monthly fee, no contract, and everything you need to take your first payment today.
- Software
- $0+ per month
- In-person rate
- 2.6% + 15¢
retailrestaurantqsr - 24.4 /5
Unifies your website and counter so stock and customers stay in sync.
- Software
- $39+ per month (Basic plan)
- In-person rate
- 2.6% + 10¢
retailecommercemobile - 34.5 /5Rated #1 in Customer Support
Native loyalty and gift cards to turn first visits into regulars.
- Software
- $0–$97 per month
- In-person rate
- 2.4%–3%
retailrestaurantqsr - 43.9 /5
Buy through a nearby reseller for hands-on help and hardware financing.
- Software
- $0+ per month (reseller-set)
- In-person rate
- ~2.5% + 10¢ (reseller-set)
retailrestaurantqsr
Frequently asked questions
How much does a small-business POS cost?
Entry options like Square start at $0/month plus per-transaction fees (around 2.6% + 10–15¢ in person). Feature-rich retail and restaurant systems run $60–$300+/month per location.
Narrow it down for your business
Tell us your industry and volume — we’ll recommend the best fit from this list.