PHP Point of Sale vs Shopify

PHP Point of Sale is browser-based retail POS software for independent stores and multi-location chains. Its inventory tools cover item variations, purchase orders, stock transfers, barcodes, serial numbers, and import and export. Checkout supports returns, exchanges, layaways, estimates, split payments, gift cards, and cash management; customer features include loyalty programs, store accounts, tier pricing, appointments, and purchase history. It syncs with Shopify and WooCommerce, connects directly to QuickBooks Online, and supports Xero and other accounting platforms through Shogo. Payment options include PHP POS Payments, Square, and Stripe, and the maker says it can often connect processors through Valor, Dejavoo, or Datacap gateways or services. Offline mode supports register workflows during temporary internet interruptions. Cloud hosting includes automatic updates and backups, and customers can export data; Enterprise can also be deployed on-premise. Plans are priced per location and include unlimited registers, employees, and items. Standard costs $32.50 a month when billed annually; Pro is $54 a month on annual billing. The downloadable edition is no longer sold to new stores.

Shopify is a hosted commerce platform for businesses selling across online and other sales channels. Businesses can run it from the web or mobile without coding, manage inventory across 10 locations, and use tools for order synchronization, sales reporting, automation, and employee permissions. It supports digital products and abandoned-cart recovery. The Shopify App Store lists more than 21,000 commerce apps.

Plans include secure commerce hosting and unlimited bandwidth, plus a free TLS/SSL certificate for domains added to Shopify. Shopify is certified Level 1 PCI DSS compliant. Support varies by plan and includes 24/7 live chat, enhanced live chat, or priority support. There is no free plan, but the free trial lasts three days and requires no credit card. Paid plans start at ₹1,499 per month when paid yearly; after the trial, most plans start at ₹20 per month for the first three months. Third-party transaction fees may apply, with rates depending on the plan.