PayPal Point of Sale

izettle.com
Point of Sale
Weekend Project

Simplify your in-person sales

How to Replace PayPal Point of Sale

Overview

PayPal Point of Sale (formerly Zettle) is a customizable POS system that enables businesses to process in-person customer payments with flexible hardware and comprehensive software. The platform helps businesses accept multiple payment methods, manage inventory, track sales, and access funds quickly across various customer touchpoints.

Features

34 features across 18 categories

Checkout(1)

Guest Checkout

Allow customers to checkout as guests without creating an account

Core Functionality(1)

Customizable POS System

Flexible point-of-sale platform that can be customized and managed easily for different business needs

Enterprise(1)

Enterprise Omnichannel SolutionPremium

Global omnichannel enterprise POS solution through partnership with Verifone for larger organizations

Financing(1)

Working Capital LoansPremium

Apply for business loans primarily based on account history and repay automatically with a share of PayPal sales

Hardware(6)

Barcode Scanner

Optional barcode scanner accessory for the Terminal to scan products

Card Reader Hardware

Portable card reader that syncs with the POS app via Bluetooth to accept in-store payments on mobile devices

Customized Store Kits

Mix and match hardware to build a unique point-of-sale setup that can grow with the business

PayPal Terminal

All-in-one device with built-in POS app that manages inventory, accepts payments, and connects via WiFi or 4G

Terminal Dock

Optional countertop dock for the Card Reader available at additional cost

Terminal Printer

Optional printer for the Terminal sold separately

Integration(3)

Accounting Integrations

Integration with accounting platforms to manage business finances

Ecommerce Integrations

Integration with ecommerce platforms to streamline operations

Multi-channel Selling

Sell across multiple channels with integrations to ecommerce and accounting platforms

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Inventory(1)

Inventory Management

Allows businesses to add products, set prices, and receive notifications when stock is running low

Invoicing(1)

Zettle Invoice

Invoice feature for sellers (available to those who signed up before May 8th, 2023)

Also in: PayPal Business, Square, Acuity Scheduling

Management(1)

Staff Performance Tracking

Track staff performance metrics within the POS system

Payment Processing(8)

Invoicing

Send invoices to customers for payment

Multiple Payment Methods

Accepts credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, contactless payments, digital wallets, and other popular payment types

Online Checkout

Accept payments through online checkout on the PayPal platform

Payment Links

Create and send payment links to customers (temporarily unavailable for new sellers)

QR Code Payments

Accept payments via QR code (available to sellers who signed up before May 8th, 2023)

Recurring Payments

Set up recurring payment subscriptions

Tap to Pay

Mobile payment solution that accepts digital wallets and contactless cards using just a phone and the PayPal POS App with no additional hardware required

Virtual Terminal

Process payments online through a virtual terminal interface

Payments(2)

Automatic Bank Transfers

Set up automatic transfers from PayPal Business account to bank account with no added fee

Fast Fund Access

Access available funds quickly in Business account or bank account, typically within minutes

Pricing(1)

Discount Application

Apply discounts to payments and transactions

Products(1)

Product Management

Select and feature products in the POS system to keep customers coming back

Reporting(2)

Real-time Sales Reports

View real-time sales metrics and insights

Sales Reporting and Analytics

Identify bestsellers, monitor sales activity, and access detailed reports to drive business decisions

Sales(1)

Gift Card Management

Create and redeem gift cards for the business

Security(1)

Secure Transactions

Secure payment processing for all transactions

Setup(1)

Quick Setup

Complete onboarding in just minutes and start selling right away

Software(1)

Mobile POS App

Free POS app available on iOS and Android that allows businesses to manage operations from smartphones and tablets

Pricing

Tap to Pay

Free
  • Mobile payment app
  • Accept contactless and digital wallet payments
  • No additional hardware required
  • Available on iOS and Android

Card Reader

From £29
  • Bluetooth-connected card reader
  • Pairs with mobile device
  • Sets up in minutes
  • Accepts major payment methods
  • Optional countertop dock available

Terminal

From £149
  • All-in-one POS device
  • Built-in PayPal POS app
  • WiFi or 4G connectivity
  • Accepts major payment methods
  • Optional barcode scanner and printer

Customized Store Kits

From £169
  • Mix and match hardware components
  • Customizable setup
  • Easy setup and connection
  • Add hardware as business grows

Transaction Fees

Custom
  • Card Transactions: 1.75%
  • PayPal QR Codes: 1.75% (legacy sellers only)
  • Zettle Invoice: 2.5% (legacy sellers only)
  • Payment Links: 2.5% (temporarily unavailable)
  • No monthly or setup fees
  • No long-term contracts
  • Custom rates available for high-volume sellers (£10,000+ monthly card payments)

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for PayPal Point of Sale. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a PayPal Point of Sale alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 34 features.

Buy PayPal Point of Sale

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying PayPal Point of Sale saves ~$36,960 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 34 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

5 known integrations

Accounting SoftwareApple App StoreEcommerce PlatformsGoogle Play StoreVerifone