How to Choose POS Software for Your Shop in Pakistan

> Short answer: Choose POS software that fits your trade (not generic billing), works in Urdu, prints on your existing thermal printer, tracks stock and khata, and costs a flat monthly fee — Rs 1,499–2,999/month. Always take the free trial and run your real daily closing on it before paying.

Choosing POS software is a 5-year decision — switching later is painful. This checklist helps any shop owner in Pakistan evaluate options in one afternoon.

The 10 questions to ask

1. Does it bill in seconds? Time 10 bills at rush hour during the trial.
2. Is stock truly live? Sell one item; check stock dropped immediately.
3. Does it handle Udhaar Khata? Per-customer credit with recovery reminders.
4. Is there a supplier ledger? Payables tracked per supplier.
5. Does the daily closing tell the truth? Sales, expenses, cash, profit — one report.
6. Is it in Urdu? Your staff's language, not just the owner's.
7. Does it print thermal receipts? 80mm, in Urdu where needed.
8. What happens if I stop paying? Data must never be deleted or held hostage.
9. Is the price all-inclusive? Watch for per-user and per-branch charges.
10. Can I leave with my data? Reports must export; Excel-style prints, not screenshots.

Red flags

• Per-user monthly charges that grow with your staff
• No trial, or a trial that needs your credit card
• "Customization" fees for basic features like Urdu
• Data deletion threats on expiry
• No local payment options (JazzCash/Easypaisa)

Real pricing in Pakistan

POS software in Pakistan ranges from Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000+ per month. DevPOS has three plans by business type — Essential Rs 1,499/month, Professional Rs 1,999/month, Enterprise Rs 2,999/month (annual ≈ 2 months free) — no per-user fees — with a 15-day free trial and no card required.

The one-afternoon trial plan

Morning: enter 20 real products. Afternoon: bill 10 real customers, record one supplier purchase, give one udhaar sale. Evening: run the daily closing. If the closing matches your cash drawer, the software works.

Frequently asked questions

How long does setup take? A basic shop is billing the same day. Product entry is the main work — barcodes scan straight in.

Do I need special hardware? Any computer, tablet or phone with internet. A USB barcode scanner and 80mm thermal printer are plug-and-play.

What if my internet goes down? Ask your shortlisted vendors about offline behavior during the trial — and test it.

Next step

Start with the free trial: Start Free Trial — no card required.