The Best POS Systems for Convenience Stores 2022

Along with a tablet-based POS software, Jolt provides an affordable custom labelling tool that makes it extra suitable for convenience stores. Jolt also offers tools for budgeting, employee management, quality control, and risk management, along with a self service portal. All of these features make it easy for you to manage and operate your convenience store.

If you have multiple stores or a franchise, Jolt is able to replicate quality and customer service across multiple locations. Its centralized data library can be customized to any of your requirements, and rolled out to different locations and roles to ensure your employees and stores are all on the same page.

The simple, easy-to-use interface also makes it easy for your employees to stay on top of their responsibilities and ensure operations are smooth and efficient.

Clover integrates a POS system, cash register and card payment terminal to give you a comprehensive convenience store system. It also includes accessories such as receipt printers and a customer interface screen.

Clover provides several different functions in one system including payment, finance, and inventory tools so you don't have to rely on third-party providers for these services. Third-party providers can sometimes struggle to integrate well and if there are any issues, you'll need to deal with the provider directly. You have access to these core services on the system however Clover does lack some features that  can only be accessed via third-party apps, which can cause integration and customer service issues.

Clover’s payment processing rates are lower than that of some other POS systems. Plus, users have reported that Clover’s customer service is helpful. Unfortunately, the system cannot communicate between multiple locations, which is a drawback if you want all your locations to develop cohesive practices.

As the name might suggest, this POS system is affordable – and it also comes with features that make it a great choice for convenience stores. The system is easy to implement and use, so there’s minimal time lost training current or new employees.

GoFrugal’s customer service is also decent, which helps when you run into any snags. And its mobile app lets you keep a close eye on things from anywhere in the world.

The system provides reports that help reduce manual work as well as offline billing, so you don’t have to lose out on sales if anything happens to your connection.

This POS system also comes with a CRM, so you can store customer details, create a loyalty programme and develop further ways to engage with customers and build marketing campaigns.

Epos Now

Epos Now is a customizable POS system, which offers accounting software integrations, an easy-to-use touchscreen display, customer loyalty programs, and sales reporting. 

The system automatically deals with inventory management too, making it easy to reduce wastage and theft. Epos Now also has a built-in CRM system so you can launch special offers and loyalty programs. 

The system's sales reporting includes employee reports and end-of-day summaries so you can keep an eye on everything happening across your business. Epos Now also includes third-party integrations to ensure you have a comprehensive system. Plus, the company’s customer service is said to be exceptional, which is important for a system so central to your business’ operations. 

Unfortunately, Epos Now cannot use different tax rates in different provinces in Canada. If you have multiple convenience stores across different provinces, this can be a big drawback.