Top 5 mistakes when choosing POS equipment

1️⃣ Not checking equipment compatibility

The most common mistake: buying a POS terminal, receipt printer, and scanner from different manufacturers without verifying they work together. Not all software supports any hardware.

How to avoid: Buy bundles from one supplier or check compatibility before purchasing. We test every device before sale.

2️⃣ Skimping on quality

A cheap receipt printer might work 3-4 months, while CAS or REGO lasts for years. Saving 30 EUR today = downtime losses tomorrow.

How to avoid: Choose proven brands: CAS, Wintec, SuperLead, REGO. They cost more but pay off with reliability.

3️⃣ Ignoring PRRO requirements

Since 2022, Ukraine requires most private entrepreneurs to use PRRO. Buying a regular cash register without software support is wasted money.

How to avoid: Choose equipment compatible with PRRO. Checkbox is the most popular solution.

4️⃣ Not asking about warranty and service

Many buy online without knowing where to get warranty repairs. When the printer breaks, they wait for weeks.

How to avoid: Buy from verified suppliers with a service center in your city. In Lviv — FD POS.

5️⃣ Not planning for scaling

Bought one terminal for one location. A year later opened a second — had to buy everything from scratch because old equipment doesn't integrate.

How to avoid: Choose solutions that scale easily. Cloud POS systems let you add new locations without buying additional server hardware.