ePOS System Allens Cross

ePOS System Allens Cross

ePOS Systems Allens Cross: I know locally you can’t walk into a shop and buy a card system, no way can you. That’s why we created this local page for Allens Cross itself, so you can find it easier.

  • Do you know that the small place of Allens Cross nestles in Birmingham’s south-west corner, and it’s a lovely place for visitors to buy your stuff with card payments. A proper residential estate, built back in the day with a real community heartbeat.

  • Take a walk down Tinkers Farm Road, you’ll find loads of small shops, and some still have cash only outside the door because some owners still think they don’t get their money the same day with card payments, but they do, and sometimes within an hour in most cases during the weekend.

  • And you hit the community centre – the hub of everything. Inside, there’s a little café dishing out hot drinks and bites, plus a shop for everyday bits. Locals pop in constantly.

  • Wherever you stand and where your local is, even if you are based in Merritts Brook Lane, and you’ve got the Allens Cross Working Men's Social Club. Decent spot for a quiet pint and a natter.

Top UK EPOS & POS Providers 2026 – Comparison Table

Compare the leading EPOS and POS systems in the UK (as of February 2026). Prices are starting points and may vary.

Provider Software Cost
(per month, excl. VAT)		 Hardware Cost
(typical starting)		 Transaction Fees
(in-person UK cards)		 Key Features Best For
Square
Top-rated for small businesses		 £0 From £0 (phone/tablet) to £149 (Terminal) 1.75%
  • Free software & updates
  • Inventory, staff & analytics
  • Online store integration
  • Offline mode
  • Next-day payouts
 Startups, cafes, pop-ups, mobile traders Get a Quote
SumUp
Lowest flat fees		 £0 From £39 (Air) to £99 (Solo) 1.69%
  • No monthly fees
  • Simple app-based system
  • Fast payouts (1-3 days)
  • Basic inventory & reports
  • Remote payments & links
 Mobile businesses, market stalls, sole traders Get a Quote
PayPal Zettle
Strong PayPal integration		 £0 From £29 (reader) to £149 (terminal) 1.75%
  • PayPal ecosystem
  • Inventory & sales tracking
  • Staff accounts
  • Invoicing & QR payments
  • Reliable hardware
 Small retailers, PayPal users Get a Quote
Epos Now
Full-featured UK favourite		 From £29 Bundles from £499 Varies (~1.5–2%)
  • Cloud-based full EPOS
  • Advanced stock & staff
  • Loyalty programs
  • Multi-site support
  • 100+ integrations
 Retail, hospitality, growing businesses Get a Quote
Lightspeed Retail
Best overall for retail		 From £89 iPad setups ~£500+ Varies (integrated)
  • Powerful inventory & analytics
  • Multi-store & omnichannel
  • Purchase orders
  • eCommerce integration
  • Custom reporting
 Established & multi-location retailers Get a Quote
Dojo
Competitive fixed rates		 £0 app / bundled From £0 upfront From ~1.39%
  • Next-day transfers (weekends)
  • Professional terminals
  • Business insights
  • No long contracts (some)
  • UK support
 Low predictable fees Get a Quote
Shopify POS
Seamless online+offline		 From £19 (Shopify) + £49 POS Pro From £49 reader From 1.7%
  • Unified stock
  • Customer profiles
  • Unlimited staff
  • Click & collect
  • App ecosystem
 eCommerce + physical stores Get a Quote

Need help choosing? Get free personalised quotes from top UK providers ›

  • Convenience stores keep things ticking, too. One on Cheverton Road stocks the basics. Another on Merritts Brook Lane doubles as the post office – handy for parcels and papers. Quick Stop over on Fitzroy Road sorts your late-night essentials.

  • These small businesses run tight ships. Most use modern ePOS systems now. Quick scans at the till in the Tinkers Farm Road café. Smooth card payments in the Merritts Brook Lane store. Stock checks are done in seconds on Cheverton Road.

  • No messing around with the tools on UKLI Compare for ePOS and all. It’s all about cash or paper ledgers anymore. It keeps queues short and service sharp.

  • Like any small town, Allens Cross feels close-knit, so talking to other small businesses that have a good point of sale system installed is sometimes a good move. Streets like Allens Farm Road and Borrowdale Road stay peaceful. Everything you need is just a short stroll away. Simple, solid, local.

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