Category: POS

Spoton and Toast are two top-rated POS systems—but which one actually delivers more value?

I’ve spent weeks researching and comparing their features, pricing, hardware, and ecommerce capabilities to help you make the right choice for your business.

After testing both platforms, I can confidently say this:

Spoton is the better all-around option for ecommerce, retail, and service businesses.

Toast is ideal if you're strictly running a restaurant or food business.

Let’s take a closer look at how these two POS systems compare side by side.

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Finding the right POS software for your salon isn’t just about processing payments.

You need something that helps with bookings, inventory, staff, client experience — and looks good while doing it.

I’ve tested and reviewed 15 of the top-rated salon POS systems and narrowed them down to the five best for 2025.

Whether you're a solo stylist or running multiple locations, these are the tools that stood out for performance, pricing, and salon-specific features.

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SpotOn and Square are two of the biggest names in the POS space — but which one is the better choice for your business?

We’ve spent hours reviewing both platforms to compare pricing, features, integrations, support, and more — all to help you make the right call for your retail, ecommerce, or service-based setup.

After testing both systems, Square POS comes out on top for small, startup-focused businesses.

But if you’re scaling fast, run multiple locations, or operate in a high-volume service industry like restaurants or salons, SpotOn POS delivers more flexibility, support, and long-term value.

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Spoton POS and Shopify POS are two powerful point-of-sale systems, but which one is better for ecommerce businesses?

I’ve spent over 200 hours analyzing, testing, and comparing POS systems — and here’s the verdict:

Shopify POS is the clear winner if your business sells online or plans to go omnichannel. Its native ecommerce integration, retail tools, and synced inventory give it a serious edge.

Spoton POS, on the other hand, is better suited for restaurants and hospitality businesses with physical-only operations.

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Should I switch POS systems? Yes—if it’s slowing you down, costing you money, or making sales harder.

If transactions are lagging, fees are eating into profits, or it doesn’t integrate with your business tools, upgrading can save you time and boost revenue.

The right POS should make payments fast, easy, and seamless—not frustrate you.

Here’s when to switch, what to look for, and how to upgrade without disrupting your business.

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Switching to a new POS system can feel overwhelming. I’ve been in eCommerce for over a decade, and I’ve seen countless businesses struggle with POS migrations—inventory mismatches, lost customer data, and payment processing nightmares.

But here’s the truth: Migrating to Shopify POS doesn’t have to be a headache. If you follow the right steps, you can move your business over smoothly, keep your sales running, and even improve your operations.

This guide will walk you through exactly how to migrate to Shopify POS—without breaking your business in the process.

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