{"id":104778,"date":"2017-08-30T16:41:11","date_gmt":"2017-08-30T15:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/startups.co.uk\/?p=104778"},"modified":"2024-06-21T15:34:28","modified_gmt":"2024-06-21T14:34:28","slug":"epos-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/payment-processing\/epos-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Epos Now review: is it right for your small business?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column] <\/p><div class=\"flexi-comp-lw\">\n <div class=\"flexi-comp-lw-text\">\n <p>Startups.co.uk is reader supported &ndash; we may earn a commission from our recommendations, at no extra cost to you and without impacting our editorial impartiality.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n[vc_column_text]Epos Now is one of the biggest players in the POS market. It offers a huge range of hardware, has very <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/payment-processing\/point-of-sale-system-costs\/\"><strong>competitive POS system costs<\/strong><\/a>, and has over 64,000 restaurants and retail store customers already.\n<p>But as well as the positives &ndash; like having a designated agent during setup &ndash; Epos Now does have its flaws, so it&rsquo;s a good idea to do your research before purchasing anything.<\/p>\n<p>Luckily, our team of experts has been helping businesses for over two decades. We know how important it is for you to have an accurate understanding of the platforms available.<\/p>\n<p>In our latest round of research, we reviewed Epos Now based on specific business requirements including industry features, available hardware, and user allowances. Below, we&rsquo;ve broken down the findings into an easy-to-read guide.<\/p>\n<p>Or, to see how Epos stands up against other providers on the market, try our <a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/epos\">cost comparison tool<\/a>. It&rsquo;s designed to match you with the best-value quotes in just one minute, based on specific details about your business.[\/vc_column_text]<\/p><div class=\"cta-content\" data-eventcategory=\"cta-banner\" data-component=\"cta-image\">\n\n <div class=\"cta-content-image\">\n <svg class=\"default-svg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" viewbox=\"0 0 249 188\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n <path class=\"default-svg-letter\" d=\"M98.4,147.1c-6.7,0-12.7-0.7-18.1-2.2c-5.3-1.5-10.5-3.5-15.3-6.2v-24.6h5.6L77,126c2.6,5.1,5.7,9,9.1,11.5s7.8,3.8,13,3.8c6.5,0,11.8-1.4,15.7-4.3s5.8-6.7,5.8-11.6c0-4.4-1.5-8.1-4.4-10.9c-2.9-2.8-8.1-5.4-15.7-7.7l-9.2-2.9c-8.2-2.5-14.7-6.3-19.5-11.4c-4.8-5.1-7.2-11.4-7.2-19.1c0-5.8,1.6-11.5,4.8-16.4c3.2-4.9,7.9-8.9,14-11.8s13.6-4.4,22.3-4.4c5.3-0.1,10.6,0.6,15.8,2c4.9,1.4,9.6,3.2,14.1,5.5l-1.3,22.3h-5.4l-6.5-11.9c-2.2-4.4-4.5-7.5-6.8-9.3c-2.3-1.7-5.8-2.6-10.5-2.6c-5,0-9.4,1.3-13.3,3.9c-3.8,2.6-5.7,6.2-5.7,10.8c0,4.3,1.6,7.8,4.8,10.5c3.2,2.7,8.3,5.3,15.4,7.6l9,2.7c10.2,3.2,17.4,7.4,21.7,12.7c4.3,5.3,6.5,11.6,6.5,19c0,9.9-3.9,17.9-11.8,23.9S112.8,147.1,98.4,147.1z\"><\/path>\n <path class=\"default-svg-point\" d=\"M166.8,147.1c-4.9,0-9-1.7-12.4-5c-3.3-3.1-5.2-7.5-5.1-12.1c-0.1-4.7,1.8-9.2,5.1-12.5c6.7-6.9,17.7-7,24.6-0.2c0.1,0.1,0.2,0.2,0.2,0.2c3.3,3.3,5.2,7.8,5.1,12.5c0.1,4.6-1.8,9-5.1,12.1C175.8,145.4,171.7,147.1,166.8,147.1z\"><\/path>\n <\/svg>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"cta-content-part\">\n\n <span class=\"cta-content-heading\">\n Get started with Epos Now today <\/span>\n \n <p>We think Epos Now is the best provider you can choose in the POS system category - but be sure to compare costs to find the best POS deal<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"cta-content-box\">\n <a class=\"cta-content-button btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/epos\" data-cta-type=\"cta-image-button\" target=\"_self\" data-eventaction=\"Compare Costs\">Compare Costs <\/a>\n <span class=\"cta-content-subtext\">\n Get started in moments <\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"jumplinks-content\">\n <h3 class=\"jumplinks-content-title\">\n In this Epos Now review, we'll cover: <\/h3>\n <ul class=\"jumplinks-content-list\">\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-epos-now-an-overview\">Epos Now: An overview<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-epos-now-pricing\">Epos Now pricing<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-epos-now-feature-comparison\">Epos Now: Feature comparison<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-epos-now-products-and-services\">Epos Now: products and services<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-what-are-the-top-alternatives-to-epos-now\">What are the top alternatives to Epos Now?<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-how-do-i-get-started-with-epos-now\">How do I get started with Epos Now?<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-epos-now-faqs\">Epos Now FAQs<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-epos-now-an-overview\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>Epos Now: An overview<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;158480&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>Epos Now&rsquo;s countertop EPOS terminal<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]According to the Epos Now official website, the company has customers in 71 countries &ndash; the majority of which are retail and hospitality firms.<\/p>\n<p>The platform is popular for a reason. Packed full of features, it can manage every aspect of the sales process. We specifically recommend Epos Now for shop owners or restaurateurs with 10+ employees, owing to its sophisticated staff management features.<\/p>\n<p>There is a mix of hardware and software products included under the Epos Now umbrella, all of which are compatible with mobile devices.<\/p>\n<p>Handily, the platform organises its product range into industry-specific packages such as Epos for Bars, Epos for Retail, and Epos for Hospitality. However, while the Epos range is impressive, its monthly pricing isn&rsquo;t available publicly, so you&rsquo;ll need to request a quote to find out how much it will cost for your business.[\/vc_column_text] <\/p><div class=\"pros-cons\">\n <div class=\"pros\">\n <span class=\"pros-cons-title\">\n Pros <\/span>\n\n <ul class=\"pros-cons-list\">\n <li class=\"pros-cons-item\">\n Integrates with delivery apps including Deliveroo <\/li>\n <li class=\"pros-cons-item\">\n Automated employee performance reports. Generated each month, these save on admin time <\/li>\n <li class=\"pros-cons-item\">\n Clocking in\/out function <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"cons\">\n <span class=\"pros-cons-title\">\n Cons <\/span>\n\n <ul class=\"pros-cons-list\">\n <li class=\"pros-cons-item\">\n Some payment plans require you to pay for a care package at an additional &pound;12 per month <\/li>\n <li class=\"pros-cons-item\">\n No free trial <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-epos-now-pricing\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>Epos Now pricing<em><br>\n<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>One of the biggest drawbacks of the Epos Now system is its confusing pricing plans that can make it difficult to work out just how much a package will set you back. You&rsquo;ll need to pay an upfront price plus a monthly subscription charge, but you&rsquo;ll need to speak to Epos Now&rsquo;s sales team to find out how much a package would cost you.<\/p>\n<p>Epos Now&rsquo;s various products and services are sold as different all-in-one packages for either retail or hospitality. This is billed as a monthly subscription costing &pound;25 per month for a standard support license, plus &pound;325 upfront for the complete solution.<\/p>\n<p>However, unlike other providers such as Lightspeed, there is no free trial option available with Epos Now. We recommend you use our online comparison tool to <a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/epos?nwid=intro\">get direct quotes for EPOS systems<\/a> before tying yourself into any long-term plan.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<strong>Does Epos Now have any hidden fees?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Like a lot of POS systems, there are additional charges associated with these packages. That includes an additional &pound;12 per month charge for a care plan, which is required with some packages.<\/p>\n<p>It&rsquo;s best to contact a platform&rsquo;s customer service desk to understand exactly what you&rsquo;ll pay. We&rsquo;ve made things easier by designing our Startups-exclusive <a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/epos?nwid=intro\">cost comparison tool<\/a> that will match you to provider quotes in just one minute.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-epos-now-feature-comparison\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0cm 0cm 18.0pt 0cm\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: #212121;letter-spacing: .45pt\">Epos Now: Feature comparison<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Till management &ndash; 4\/5<\/h3>\n<p>Epos Now&rsquo;s Back Office software is split into Setup, Reporting, and Management. In Setup, your business can make changes to a range of features in order to match your requirements.<\/p>\n<p>These changes can cover a range of things, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tax rate<\/li>\n<li>Discounts and promotions<\/li>\n<li>Receipts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Plus, the management tool lets you make day-to-day changes that are needed for business such as changing prices and inventory, categorising items, and overseeing staff schedules.<\/p>\n<p>These are also industry-specific. Restaurants will need to make use of Epos Now&rsquo;s floorplan customisation and booking capabilities, while a retail store will benefit more from its ecommerce integration.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;158481&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>Taking payment in a shop with Epos Now&rsquo;s Duo countertop terminal<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Help and support features &ndash; 4\/5<\/h3>\n<p>Epos Now claims to be able to get staff fully comfortable with its system in <strong>just fifteen minutes<\/strong>. We agree that it&rsquo;s a system that&rsquo;s easy to master, and score it 5 out of 5 in terms of usability.<\/p>\n<p>Still, the Epos Now support team has received mixed reviews according to our analysis. We therefore knocked a mark from its help and support score due to its bewildering, and inconsistent, customer service.<\/p>\n<p>During installation, you&rsquo;ll have a one-on-one coach to help you with training staff and getting set up. However, should your system then crash, some Epos customers have described waiting days for help &ndash; something to be wary of during the lunchtime rush.<\/p>\n<p>Subscribers can contact the provider for help through a 24\/7 live chat, but other streams of support &ndash; such as priority phone support &ndash; are only available with one of a selection of premium plans.<strong><br>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Business management &ndash; 5\/5<strong><br>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Knowing as much as you can about your business performance is key to optimising cash flow &ndash; which is why we gave Epos Now full marks for its intelligent capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>Probably one of the biggest benefits that Epos Now has for sellers is its fantastic reporting tools that make it easy for you to celebrate wins and identify areas of improvement.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]You&rsquo;ll be able to automatically <strong>generate reports<\/strong> on everything from employee performance, total sales, to monthly revenues.<\/p>\n<p>Select a time period you want to compare to and you can also <strong>view year-on-year or month-on-month reports<\/strong> to see how well you are performing during specific trading periods like Christmas time.<\/p>\n<h3>Stock management &ndash; 5\/5<strong><br>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Staying on top of your business&rsquo; inventory is key if you&rsquo;re going to accept any kind of transaction in your firm. Being aware of what items sell best and adjusting your product listings accordingly can notably improve cash flow.<\/p>\n<p>After extensive testing by our independent research team, we can confidently give Epos Now <em>full marks<\/em> for its stock management tools.<\/p>\n<p>Users can easily <strong>get a real-time look <\/strong>at which products are selling best to order new stock, reducing errors and increasing overall efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>Most importantly, it can do all of this without you needing to lift a finger &ndash; dramatically <strong>reducing time spent on manual administration.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There&rsquo;s no need for messy Excel spreadsheets with Epos Now. All of your stock is overseen and managed in one online location, making <strong>collaboration between staff members<\/strong> much easier.<\/p>\n<h3>Integrations<\/h3>\n<p>Another excellent benefit of Epos Now is the platform&rsquo;s gargantuan app store that allows your business to add on tools and features and expand operations.<\/p>\n<p>Epos Now can be used independently, or in line with other software, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Credit card processing systems<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Online ordering platforms<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>CRM systems&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accounting software.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As a consequence of the pandemic, many food or retail SMEs have moved online to offer customers a way to buy without needing to visit a brick and mortar business.<\/p>\n<p>Epos Now can integrate with a wide variety of tools including Deliveroo. As a result, you&rsquo;ll be able to provide both takeout and delivery options to create and meet demand.<\/p>\n<p>Also featured are apps that facilitate integration with other software like booking or label generation into your till system, so day-to-day operations can be made as efficient and hassle-free as possible.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-epos-now-products-and-services\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0cm 0cm 18.0pt 0cm\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: #212121;letter-spacing: .45pt\">Epos Now: products and services<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Epos Now plans come in two different forms, designed to suit opposing requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Epos Now Complete Systems<\/li>\n<li>Epos Now iPad and Android<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Epos Now Complete Systems <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Epos Now&rsquo;s complete systems include everything that a business would need. There&rsquo;s an Epos terminal &ndash; dedicated or tablets available &ndash; a cash drawer, and a receipt printer.<\/p>\n<p>Your business may need other tools, depending on your requirements and setup. Users will need to add these extras onto your contract &ndash; including a kitchen countertop display and barcode scanner &ndash; by contacting the Epos Now support team.<\/p>\n<p>Epos Now&rsquo;s Complete System is available for &pound;349 in total, with the option to split payments at a cost of &pound;25 per month.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epos Now iPad and Android Tablet <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tablet POS systems have become particularly useful in the hospitality sector where staff often need to take orders and process sales away from a tethered till area.<\/p>\n<p>Epos Now&rsquo;s tablet POS is an excellent option for front-of-house staff who need to be mobile during shifts. They also tend to be less obvious than a bulky countertop, making your till more attractive for customers.<\/p>\n<p>Epos Now&rsquo;s Android Tablet system is available for &pound;149. However, Apple users will need to fork out a little more for the iPad option, which is available for &pound;349.<\/p>\n<p>As well as the tablet software, you&rsquo;ll also get a <strong>cash drawer <\/strong>and a <strong>receipt printer.<\/strong><strong><br>\n<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-what-are-the-top-alternatives-to-epos-now\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>What are the top alternatives to Epos Now?<\/h2>\n<p>Over a period of several weeks, we examined the top POS systems for small businesses based on nine key criteria. These were:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Till features<\/strong> (eg. training mode and transaction processing)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business management<\/strong> (eg. staff performance tracking)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stock management<\/strong> (eg. product listing tools)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business development <\/strong>(eg. ecommerce integrations)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Usability <\/strong>(eg. digital receipts)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price <\/strong>(eg. availability of a free trial)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Help and support <\/strong>(eg. number of support channels)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Retail features <\/strong>(eg. delivery support)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurant features <\/strong>(eg. floor plan view)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our research identified three key areas where Epos Now is outperformed by rival POS software providers: these are <strong>help and support, price, <\/strong>and <strong>business development.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/go\/Square-Ecom-CardReader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" class=\"js-aw-brand-link\" data-feed=\"Pb1RX2lu5BRMyfrybedMJL39fIsXOEo3\" data-cta-type=\"inline-link\">Square<\/a> is our top choice for <strong>help and support<\/strong> tools. Unlike Epos Now, which scored 4 out of 5, we gave Square full marks for its support desk. We particularly like that it offers multiple channels for users to get help through.<\/p>\n<p>Our top-recommendation for <strong>price <\/strong>is <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/go\/zettle-pos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-type=\"inline-link\">Zettle<\/a> by PayPal. Unlike Epos Now, Zettle&rsquo;s hardware pricing starts from just &pound;29 for the card reader. That&rsquo;s a flat rate that includes zero hidden fees and is advertised clearly on the Zettle website &ndash; something Epos Now could learn from.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to find the provider that&rsquo;s best for <strong>business development<\/strong>, we recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/go\/lightspeed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" class=\"js-aw-brand-link\" data-feed=\"ItSRRAV7rCV6UDzddcmhaZHDPpFoTrGC\" data-cta-type=\"inline-link\">Lightspeed<\/a>. It boasts a variety of brand-building tools that Epos Now lacks, such as an integrated customer rewards system and customer insights.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-how-do-i-get-started-with-epos-now\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>How do I get started with Epos Now?<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The information on this page should help you to understand what Epos Now can offer to your business. The next step is to see how Epos Now compares to other suppliers on the market.<\/p>\n<p>To compare quotes from Epos Now and other top UK POS suppliers, you can use our custom-built <a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/epos\">EPOS comparison form<\/a> to tell us what your business needs and get matched with bespoke quotes.<\/p>\n<p>This process is free, quick and easy, and will generate lots of savings in the form of both time and money.[\/vc_column_text]<\/p><div class=\"cta-content\" data-eventcategory=\"cta-banner\" data-component=\"cta-image\">\n\n <div class=\"cta-content-image\">\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.startups.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Epos-Now-Countertop.png?width=100&height=100&fit=crop\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"Epos Now countertop terminal\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" data-caption=\"\" class=\"flexi-comp-img\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"\"> <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"cta-content-part\">\n\n <span class=\"cta-content-heading\">\n Get started with POS software <\/span>\n \n <p>Use our online form to compare quotes from the top providers<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"cta-content-box\">\n <a class=\"cta-content-button btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/epos?nwid=conclusion\" data-cta-type=\"cta-image-button\" target=\"_self\" data-eventaction=\"Compare\">Compare <\/a>\n <span class=\"cta-content-subtext\">\n It's 100% free and takes just one minute. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-epos-now-faqs\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n <span class=\"faq-title\">\n Epos Now: FAQs <\/span>\n <ul class=\"faq-list\">\n <li class=\"faq-item\">\n\n <span class=\"faq-question\">\n Does Square work with Epos Now? <\/span>\n\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n You can integrate Square indirectly with Epos Now through third-party apps like Zapier. However, many of Square&rsquo;s tools overlap with Epos Now, so it makes more sense to choose one or the other. We gave Square a higher score than Epos Now. <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n <\/ul>\n <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does Square work with Epos Now?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You can integrate Square indirectly with Epos Now through third-party apps like Zapier. However, many of Square\\u2019s tools overlap with Epos Now, so it makes more sense to choose one or the other. We gave Square a higher score than Epos Now.\"}}]}<\/script><\/div>\n <div class=\"flexi-comp-lw\">\n <div class=\"flexi-comp-lw-text\">\n <p>Startups.co.uk is reader-supported. If you make a purchase through the links on our site, we may earn a commission from the retailers of the products we have reviewed. 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