Compare Shopify POS and Toast 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
USD $89/month per location
Starting at $0.00 Per Month
Shopify POS
Star Rating
(361)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
USD $89/month per location
Free Trial is available
Browse all 2 pricing plansToast
Star Rating
(363)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $0.00 Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Shopify POS excels in user-friendliness, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface that requires minimal training. One user mentioned, "What I really like about the Shopify POS is how simple and easy it is to use," making it a great choice for businesses looking for a quick onboarding process.
- Users say that Toast provides robust features for restaurant management, particularly in handling staff payments and sales reporting. A reviewer noted, "I use Toast for handling clock-ins, clock-outs, and paying the staff," showcasing its effectiveness in streamlining operations in a busy environment.
- Reviewers mention that Shopify POS stands out for its seamless integration with online stores, which is a significant advantage for businesses operating both online and offline. One user appreciated that it "provides a terminal and payment processor linked directly to our online store," ensuring accurate inventory management.
- According to verified reviews, Toast shines in its offline capabilities, which is crucial for restaurants that may experience network issues. A user highlighted, "I really like the offline mode because even if the network goes down, Toast keeps working," ensuring uninterrupted service during critical times.
- Users report that Shopify POS offers a comprehensive solution by providing both software and hardware, which simplifies the purchasing process. A user mentioned, "I like that Shopify provides both software and hardware as a product," making it a convenient option for businesses looking for an all-in-one solution.
- Reviewers note that while both platforms are easy to use, Shopify POS has a slight edge in setup ease, with users appreciating its quick implementation. One user stated, "Everything feels quite intuitive," which can significantly reduce the time spent on training and setup compared to Toast.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shopify POS
Shopify POS Pro
USD $89/month per location
Store management tools and omnichannel features essential for brick-and-mortar businesses.
- Unlimited store staff
- Smart inventory management
- Staff roles and permissions
Toast
Starter Kit
Starting at $0.00
Per Month
Ideal for small restaurants who need one or two terminals to get up and running.
- Cloud-based point of sale
- Hardware configuration including one terminal
- Real-Time Sales & Menu Reporting
Free Trial
Shopify POS
Free Trial is available
Toast
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
294
8.5
265
Ease of Use
8.8
295
8.9
265
Ease of Setup
8.9
174
8.2
179
Ease of Admin
8.9
156
8.5
161
Quality of Support
8.5
280
7.7
256
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
154
8.3
162
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
294
8.4
255
Features by Category
Core HR
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
8.5
11
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
7.5
36
Not enough data
7.3
28
Not enough data
8.1
25
Not enough data
8.4
40
Not enough data
7.9
38
Not enough data
8.2
34
Not enough data
8.1
40
Not enough data
8.1
37
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
8.4
38
Not enough data
7.6
22
Not enough data
7.7
32
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
41
Not enough data
8.1
32
Not enough data
8.6
39
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
31
Not enough data
7.7
30
Not enough data
7.8
29
Not enough data
8.4
37
Not enough data
8.5
36
Taxes
Not enough data
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.2
32
Not enough data
8.4
30
Integration
Not enough data
7.6
28
Not enough data
8.3
33
Not enough data
8.1
26
Not enough data
7.5
25
Platform
Not enough data
7.8
45
Not enough data
8.3
45
Not enough data
8.6
45
Not enough data
8.2
37
POS
8.6
122
Not enough data
8.1
101
Not enough data
8.0
112
Not enough data
8.3
116
Not enough data
8.6
118
Not enough data
Marketing
7.7
103
Not enough data
8.2
109
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
126
Not enough data
7.9
105
Not enough data
8.3
128
Not enough data
8.8
129
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
8.8
148
Not enough data
8.0
87
Not enough data
7.6
70
Not enough data
8.2
114
Not enough data
8.6
154
Not enough data
8.1
93
Meal Service
Not enough data
8.8
146
Not enough data
8.9
114
Not enough data
8.7
146
Not enough data
8.9
141
Not enough data
8.7
128
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
8.3
58
Back Office
Not enough data
8.7
65
Not enough data
8.0
70
Not enough data
8.6
72
Not enough data
7.8
45
Front of Office
Not enough data
9.2
81
Not enough data
8.7
62
Not enough data
8.8
76
Not enough data
7.3
40
Platform Data
Not enough data
9.0
72
Agentic AI - Restaurant Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Payment Processing
9.2
21
Not enough data
9.1
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
9.1
21
Not enough data
Administration
9.0
21
Not enough data
8.8
21
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
8.4
23
Not enough data
7.5
21
Not enough data
8.0
21
Not enough data
Payment Options
8.3
21
Not enough data
7.8
20
Not enough data
Security
8.6
23
Not enough data
Platform
8.5
20
Not enough data
8.5
20
Not enough data
Payment
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
7.5
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.4
19
Not enough data
8.2
18
Not enough data
Checkout
8.7
17
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.1
17
Not enough data
Inventory Management
8.8
16
Not enough data
7.9
16
Not enough data
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
Reporting and analytics
7.9
18
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
Customer Management
8.8
15
Not enough data
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
Team Management
8.9
16
Not enough data
9.1
17
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
9.0
16
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
Help and support
8.1
17
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
Integration
8.5
14
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
Data Management
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
Analytics
8.7
14
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
Mobile
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
Integration
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.6
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Retail Analytics
8.6
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Data and Insights
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Campaign Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Engagement and Retention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration and Compliance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Payments
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Employee Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Inventory Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integrations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
8.8
12
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
Omnichannel Features
7.9
13
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
7.8
12
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shopify POS and Toast are categorized as Retail POS
Unique Categories
Shopify POS is categorized as Omnichannel Commerce, Payment Processing, Retail Analytics, and Retail Management Software
Toast is categorized as Restaurant Marketing Tools, Restaurant POS, Restaurant Management, Core HR, Payroll, and HCM Software
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shopify POS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Toast
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Retail
25.7%
Apparel & Fashion
12.7%
Marketing and Advertising
6.0%
Computer Software
4.8%
Information Technology and Services
4.2%
Other
46.5%
Restaurants
51.7%
Food & Beverages
26.6%
Hospitality
6.5%
Accounting
1.9%
Entertainment
0.9%
Other
12.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
Shopify POS has no discussions with answers
Is there any way to make toast work in a retail non restaurant
2 Comments
EM
I would advise against it. They are made for restaurants, and even that isn’t handled very well. Read more
What are the most important features to consider when buying a restaurant point of sale system?
1 Comment
GH
able to handle offline mode.
This is very important that not many systems can do this.
(toast is great offline)Read more
Is Toast just a point of sale system?
1 Comment
GH
yes, and much more.
they can do inventory, payroll, & martketing
Read more
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