Guide
How to choose a POS system in Zimbabwe
Most POS systems can ring up a sale. The difference shows up later: at cash-up, at your VAT return, when the internet goes down or when you open a second branch. Use this checklist before you sign up.
The checklist
| Question to ask | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Is ZIMRA FDMS fiscalisation built in? | Separate fiscal software means retyping sales and paying twice. |
| Does it handle USD and ZWG at one till? | Floats and cash-up must balance per currency. |
| Can it take EcoCash and other wallets? | Mobile money is how many of your customers pay. |
| Does it keep selling offline? | A dropped connection should not stop the queue. |
| Is stock updated by the sale? | Stock counts kept separately drift out of date. |
| Can it run several branches? | Growth should not mean a new system. |
| What hardware is required? | Some systems only run on their own terminals. |
| What is the total cost over 2 years? | Compare licences, setup fees, support fees and hardware, not just the headline price. |
Licence or subscription?
Traditional POS software is sold as a one-off licence, often with setup and annual support fees on top. Cloud POS is paid monthly and includes updates and hosting. A subscription costs less to start, and if the system does not suit you, you can stop paying.
Questions
- How does Revoluno answer the checklist?
- FDMS fiscalisation, USD and ZWG, EcoCash and cards, offline selling, live stock and multiple branches are all included, on your own phone or a terminal, for US$10 a month with fiscalisation (US$5 a month without).