POS Or Cash Register ?

A Cash Register, also known as Till, is a machine that records sales and receipt.
It is used to calculate the trade transaction.

History has it that the first mechanical cash register was invented by James Ritty and John Birch following the American Civil War.

Modern day electronic cash registers are run on individual computers and may have proprietary software.
The register usually has an attached drawer for storing cash.
Scanners may be attached for fast sales data capture, with other peripherals for credit card processing and receipt printing.
As cash registers are often standalone machines, they are more suitable for small business establishments like a simple food kiosk, a single retail outlet.
As the business grows into multiple outlets or established with bigger installed base of clientele, it is good to consider upgrading to a POS system with capabilities beyond just recording sales transaction. These POS systems can include capabilities to view stock inventories across multiple outlets and even administer rewards benefits for the businesses’ loyal clientele.
Hence it is prudent to consider the business growth plan when deciding whether to purchase just a cash register or a simple POS machine with future expansion capacities to reap additional POS System benefits.