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PayPal Point of Sale

izettle.com
Point of Sale
Weekend Project

Simplify your in-person sales

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Overview

PayPal Point of Sale (formerly Zettle) is a customizable POS system that enables businesses to accept payments and manage operations across multiple customer touchpoints. It combines flexible hardware options with cloud-based software to help merchants process in-person sales, manage inventory, and access funds quickly.

Features

31 features across 12 categories

Core POS(1)

Customizable POS System

Customize and manage the POS system easily with flexible hardware options that grow with your business

Also in: Lightspeed, Vend POS, Clover

Enterprise(1)

Enterprise Omnichannel SolutionPremium

Global omnichannel enterprise solution via partnership with Verifone for in-person selling across industries and markets

Also in: Jira Service Management, Hunter, LastPass

Financing(1)

PayPal Working CapitalPremium

Apply for a loan based on your account history and repay automatically with a share of your PayPal sales

Also in: Brex, PayPal Business, Square

Hardware(6)

Barcode ScannerPremium

Optional hardware add-on for the Terminal to scan product barcodes

Card Reader

Accept in-store payments by syncing the Card Reader with the POS App on a mobile device via Bluetooth

Customised Store Kits

Mix and match hardware accessories to build a unique point-of-sale setup tailored to your business

PayPal Terminal

All-in-one device that manages inventory, accepts payments, and runs the POS app with built-in functionality and WiFi/4G connectivity

Terminal DockPremium

Countertop dock accessory for the Terminal sold separately

Terminal PrinterPremium

Optional printer accessory for the Terminal sold separately

Also in: Square Appointments, Webex, Zoom

Integration(2)

Ecommerce and Accounting Integrations

Integrate with ecommerce and accounting platforms to streamline operations and manage business from one place

Multi-Channel Selling

Sell across channels with integrations to ecommerce and accounting platforms

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Onboarding(1)

Quick Setup

Complete onboarding in just minutes and start selling right away

Also in: Lever, Greenhouse, 1Password

Operations(4)

Gift Card Management

Create and redeem gift cards for your business

Inventory Management

Add products, set prices, and receive notifications when stock is running low with complete inventory control

Product Management

Select products to feature, apply discounts, and manage product information to keep customers coming back

Staff Performance Tracking

Track staff performance across transactions and operations

Also in: UpKeep, Jira Service Management, HubSpot

Payment Processing(10)

Guest Checkout

Enable customers to complete purchases without creating an account

Invoicing

Send invoices to customers for payment

Multiple Payment Methods

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

Online Checkout

Process online payments through PayPal checkout functionality

Payment LinksPremium

Send payment links to customers for remote payment processing

QR Code Payments

Accept payments via QR code scanning

Recurring Payments

Set up and manage recurring payment arrangements with customers

Tap to Pay

Accept digital wallets and contactless card payments using just a phone and the PayPal POS App with no additional hardware needed

Virtual Terminal

Process card payments without physical hardware using a virtual terminal interface

Zettle Invoice

Invoice customers with integrated payment processing

Also in: Zen Cart, Square, Stampli

Payments(1)

Fast Funds Access

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

Reporting(2)

Real-Time Sales Reports

View real-time sales reports and metrics from the POS app

Sales Reporting and Analytics

Get metrics and insights, identify bestsellers, monitor sales activity, and access detailed reports to drive business decisions

Security(1)

Secure Transactions

Secure payment processing for all transaction types

Software(1)

Mobile POS App

Free POS app available on iOS and Android that allows businesses to run operations from their smartphone or tablet

Pricing

Tap to Pay

Free
  • ✓Accept contactless cards and digital wallets
  • ✓PayPal POS app
  • ✓No additional hardware required
  • ✓Transaction fees apply

Card Reader

From £29
  • ✓Card reader hardware
  • ✓Bluetooth connectivity
  • ✓Accept major payment methods
  • ✓Optional countertop dock
  • ✓Transaction fees apply

PayPal Terminal

From £149
  • ✓All-in-one Terminal
  • ✓POS app built in
  • ✓WiFi or 4G connectivity
  • ✓Accept major payment methods
  • ✓Barcode scanner available separately
  • ✓Transaction fees apply

Customised Store Kits

From £169
  • ✓Mix and match accessories
  • ✓Custom hardware setup
  • ✓Scale as business grows
  • ✓Transaction fees apply

Custom Rate Plan

Custom
  • ✓For businesses processing £10,000+ in card payments monthly
  • ✓Custom negotiated rates
  • ✓Tailored for high-volume merchants

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 31 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 31 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.