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POS for Hardware Shops and Agrovets: Hardware

Hardware for a hardware shop or agrovet POS in Kenya

A queue at your till is a sale walking out of the door.

Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that.

In this guide you will see:
  • Scan packaged items fast.
  • Weigh loose items on a connected scale.
  • Print long receipts with many lines.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-16Updated 2026-10-162 min read
On this page01. Why it matters02. What to check before you buy03. Available now at Qyvea04. How to put it to a client05. Get a quote06. FAQ
POS for Hardware Shops and Agrovets: Hardware
Quick answer

Hardware shops and agrovets sell by unit and by weight, so pair a scanner with a scale and an 80mm printer.

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Key takeaways

  • Scan packaged items fast.
  • Weigh loose items on a connected scale.
  • Print long receipts with many lines.
  • Track thousands of items.

01Why it matters

Nails by the kilo, pipes by the metre and drugs by the pack. The POS must handle all of it.

  • Scan packaged items fast.
  • Weigh loose items on a connected scale.
  • Print long receipts with many lines.
  • Track thousands of items.

02What to check before you buy

CheckWhy it matters
ScannerWired 1D or 2D for the counter
ScaleCheck capacity for bags and bulk
80mm printerLong receipts
LabelsFor items without barcodes
SoftwareSupports units and weights

03Available now at Qyvea

These are real products from the Qyvea store with live prices. Delivery is across Kenya, free in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.

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04How to put it to a client

Pitch to hardware and agrovet owners on stock control: they hold thousands of items and lose money on those they cannot count.

TipInstallers and resellers: ask us for a trade quote and we deliver the whole list to your site in one trip.

05Get a quote

When to call a professionalTell us your business and how many counters you run and we will quote the full setup, supplied, delivered and installed if you want it. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.

06Frequently asked questions

Can I sell by weight and by unit?

Yes with the right software and scale.

Do I need a label printer?

For loose items and those without codes, yes.

Can I run several counters?

Yes, with network POS.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

Your next step takes one minute: send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs.

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