How to Build Your Own eHopper
Replace eHopper with a custom build. An All-in-One POS and Payments Platform for Any Business Type
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 51 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 51 features
Payments(10 features)
Support for cash discount and surcharge functionality
Accept EBT payments (US only)
100% free credit card processing with 0% card fees, no monthly fees or commitments
Process full or split payments on transactions
Portable payment terminals for businesses on the go
+5 more in this category
Inventory(9 features)
Create and manage barcodes for products
Track ingredients for recipe-based inventory management
Adjust inventory counts and track changes
Track current stock, monitor items, receive notifications for low stock, and manage inventory adjustments
Manage inventory in matrix format for related products
+4 more in this category
Core POS(4 features)
Access data anytime, anywhere with real-time updates
Process sales offline with ability to process cash and external payments without internet connection
Core point of sale functionality for ringing up sales and processing transactions
Print and email receipts to customers
Platform Support(3 features)
Operates on Android-based tablets with multi-user access
Functions as Android POS, Windows POS, and integrates with Poynt smart terminal
Accessible via Chrome web browser on PC with offline capability
Restaurant Management(3 features)
Display kitchen orders and manage order fulfillment
Paperless contactless menu solution for restaurants and retail
Floor plan construction and table order management for full-service restaurants
Support(3 features)
Email support for technical assistance
Implementation setup and staff training services
Phone support for technical assistance (up to 1 hour per month on premium tiers)
Customer Experience(2 features)
Allow customers to save orders and pay at a later time
Self-ordering kiosk functionality to limit in-person contact, speed up sales and improve customer experience
eCommerce(2 features)
Mobile-friendly online ordering website that syncs with POS for pickup, curbside, or delivery orders
Modern and mobile-friendly website for taking online orders
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DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 51 features at very easy complexity.