POS Systems in Kenya

Stop stock and cash leaking out of your business. Qyvea supplies, installs and trains your team on POS systems for every kind of shop, restaurant and counter, with delivery across Kenya.

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POS systems in Kenya: quick answers

How much does a POS system cost in Kenya?

A basic POS needs a touchscreen or tablet, a receipt printer, a barcode scanner and a cash drawer, plus software. The total depends on how many tills you run and the software licence. See the POS system price guide for a breakdown, then ask us for a quote for your shop.

Who sells and installs POS systems in Nairobi?

Qyvea Limited supplies POS hardware and installs tills, printers, scanners and networking for shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants and hotels, delivered across Kenya.

Does a POS system work with M-Pesa?

Yes. M-Pesa payments can be matched to sales, which cuts cashier errors. Ask us which software options support it.

Does a POS keep working when the power or internet is off?

A POS with offline mode keeps selling and syncs later. Add a small UPS to keep the till and printer running through power cuts.

Qyvea Limited supplies and installs across Kenya from Nairobi. Equipment is delivered to your site, and installation is booked after a site assessment.

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How a POS system works, and what a complete counter needs

A point-of-sale system is the till, the stock book and the sales report in one. The cashier scans or taps products, the screen totals the sale, the printer prints the receipt, and the software updates stock and reports.

How it works, step by step

1ScannerScanner
2POS terminalPOS terminal
3Receipt printerReceipt printer
4Cash drawerCash drawer
5Software and reportsSoftware and reports

What a complete solution includes

POS terminal

POS terminal

Touchscreen computer where the cashier works.

Tip: Choose Android for simple shops and Windows when you need heavy software.
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Barcode scanner

Barcode scanner

Reads the product code in a fraction of a second.

Tip: Get a 2D scanner so it also reads phone screens and QR codes.
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Receipt printer

Receipt printer

Prints the customer receipt, and kitchen tickets in restaurants.

Tip: 80mm thermal with an auto-cutter suits most shops; 58mm for small counters.
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Cash drawer

Cash drawer

Locked cash tray that opens on a sale.

Tip: Connect it to the printer so it opens automatically.
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Label printer

Label printer

Prints barcodes and price labels for products.

Tip: Needed if your products have no barcodes.
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Weighing scale

Weighing scale

For goods sold by weight, such as butchery and fruit.

Tip: Choose a scale that connects to the POS.
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Customer display

Customer display

Shows the customer the total.

Tip: Builds trust at the counter.
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Thermal paper

Thermal paper

Receipt rolls for the printer.

Tip: Match the roll width to the printer.
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What decides the design

  • Count the tills you need at your busiest hour.
  • List products and decide how they will be coded: existing barcodes or labels you print.
  • Decide the payment types: cash, M-Pesa, card.
  • Plan power backup so a power cut does not stop sales.
  • Choose software that fits your type of shop and supports KRA eTIMS if needed.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Buying hardware before choosing the software.
  • No barcode on products, so cashiers type names and slow the queue.
  • One till for a busy shop, causing queues.
  • No backup power or backup of the sales data.

For installers: what to source

Building this for a client? Use these lists as a starting bill of materials. We supply every part and deliver to your site anywhere in Kenya. Ask for trade support on WhatsApp.

Single till
  • 1 x POS terminal
  • 1 x 2D barcode scanner
  • 1 x 80mm receipt printer
  • 1 x cash drawer
  • Thermal paper rolls
  • 1 x UPS
  • Software licence
Restaurant add-ons
  • 1 x kitchen printer
  • 1 x kitchen display (optional)
  • Wireless pagers or table numbers
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What a point of sale system fixes

Stock disappears

A POS updates stock on every sale, so you know what is on the shelf and what to reorder.

Cash does not match sales

Every sale carries a cashier name, so end-of-day cash is checked against records.

Queues at the till

Scan, tap, pay and print in seconds. Customers leave happy; cashiers are not stressed.

No idea what makes money

Reports by item, category, cashier and day show what to stock and what to drop.

POS for your type of business

Pick your industry for the equipment, set-up and questions that matter to you.

Supermarkets and mini-martsRestaurants and cafesPharmacies and chemistsHardware shops and agrovetsBars, clubs and loungesBoutiques and cosmeticsSalons, spas and barbershopsButcheries and groceriesHotels and guest housesSchool canteens and bookshopsSmall shops and kiosksDelivery and van sales (mobile POS)Retail chains and franchisesAgrovetsCafes and bakeriesElectronics and phone shopsPetrol stationsWholesalers

Supply, installation, training and support

Free site survey

We look at your counter, products and network and recommend the simplest setup that works.

Hardware

Touchscreen or handheld terminals, receipt printers, scanners, cash drawers and UPS.

Software set-up

Products, prices, taxes and payment types loaded, including M-Pesa and card.

Installation

Tills, printers, scanners, cabling and Wi-Fi installed and tested.

Staff training

Cashiers and managers trained on site until they are confident.

Support

A named contact, spare parts and maintenance plans.

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Point of sale packages

Starter

Quoted per site

Kiosk or small shop

  • Compact terminal or PC
  • Receipt printer and scanner
  • Daily sales and stock

Chain

Quoted per site

Multi-branch retailers

  • Central pricing and reporting
  • Branch rollout and training
  • Support plan across branches

Every site is different, so we survey first and quote to your requirements. Free site survey in Nairobi and surrounding counties; supply and delivery nationwide.

From survey to go-live

1

Free survey

We visit and listen.

2

Quote

An itemised written quote.

3

Install

Hardware and software installed and tested.

4

Train and support

Staff trained; support when you need it.

Learn more about point of sale

Why your shop needs a POSHow to choose a POS systemPOS cost breakdownPOS and KRA eTIMSM-Pesa and POSPOS hardware explainedPOS system pricesReceipt printer pricesBarcode scanner pricesComplete POS guidePOS inventory and stock controlCloud vs offline POS

Frequently asked questions

How much does a POS system cost in Kenya?

Hardware prices are live in our store and range from small accessories to full touchscreen terminals. Complete setups with software, installation and training are quoted per business after a free survey.

Does a POS work with M-Pesa?

Yes. It records M-Pesa, cash and card sales and we set up how each is captured and reconciled.

Can the POS help with KRA eTIMS?

A POS prints a receipt on every sale and keeps records. We help connect your software to eTIMS where it supports it; confirm your tax obligations with KRA or your accountant.

Do you install outside Nairobi?

Yes. We supply and ship nationwide and survey Nairobi and surrounding counties for free.

Ready to talk about your point of sale?

Free survey and a clear written quote. We supply, install and train, and deliver across Kenya.

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