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