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Best Square POS Alternatives in 2026 (Honest Comparison with Real Costs)
Square takes 2.6% + 15¢ on every swipe. We break down exactly what that costs you at $30k, $50k, and $100k/month in sales — and show the alternatives that won't eat your margin.
QuickBooks Discontinued Their POS: Best Alternatives in 2026
QuickBooks killed their POS in October 2023. If you're still hunting for a replacement that also handles bookkeeping, here are your best options — including one for $9.99/month.
Free Restaurant POS Systems That Actually Work in 2026
"Free" POS software usually means locked-in to expensive processing or stripped-down features. We test which ones are genuinely free — and which are free trials worth taking.
Restaurant Bookkeeping Made Simple: Chart of Accounts Guide
A practical guide to setting up your restaurant's chart of accounts — prime cost ratios, COGS by category, and how POS-integrated bookkeeping eliminates manual entry.