Shopify POSShopify POS vs Lightspeed
Verdict
Both Shopify POS and Lightspeed are strong choices. Shopify POS edges ahead on overall rating, but the right pick depends on your budget and use case.
Feature & pricing comparison
| Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.2 |
| Starting price | Free | $89/mo |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Paid |
| API available | ||
| Best for | Shopify merchants going omnichannel | Retail & multi-location |
| Unified online + in-store | ||
| Shared inventory & customers | ||
| Shopify Payments | ||
| Staff roles | ||
| Retail hardware | ||
| Cloud POS | ||
| Advanced inventory | ||
| Ecommerce | ||
| Analytics | ||
| Multi-location | ||
| Visit | Visit |
Which should you choose?
Pick Shopify POS if you prioritize Shopify merchants going omnichannel
Pick Lightspeed if you prioritize Retail & multi-location
Shopify POS
Pros
- Seamless with Shopify
- Unified inventory
- Easy setup
Cons
- Pro tier per location
- Best only if on Shopify
Lightspeed
Pros
- Strong inventory
- Retail + hospitality
- Good reporting
Cons
- Pricier entry point
- Add-ons increase cost
Frequently asked questions
Is Shopify POS better than Lightspeed?+
Both Shopify POS and Lightspeed are strong choices. Shopify POS edges ahead on overall rating, but the right pick depends on your budget and use case.
Which is cheaper, Shopify POS or Lightspeed?+
Shopify POS starts at Free, while Lightspeed starts at $89/mo.