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01. What to look for before you buy02. Best prices in stock today03. Why buy from Qyvea04. FAQ
A thermal receipt printer prints with heat, so it needs no ink, just thermal paper rolls. 80 mm printers suit supermarkets and restaurants; 58 mm printers suit small shops and mobile use. Pair the printer with a barcode scanner and a cash drawer, and check it works with your POS or KRA eTIMS-compliant software before buying.
Key takeaways
- Thermal = no ink, just paper rolls.
- 80 mm for busy tills, 58 mm for small shops.
- USB, LAN, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connections.
- Cash drawers usually open from the printer.
- Confirm compatibility with your POS/eTIMS software.
01What to look for before you buy
| Item | What to choose |
|---|---|
| Receipt printer | 80 mm with auto-cutter for busy tills |
| Barcode scanner | Wired for tills, wireless for stock-taking |
| Cash drawer | RJ11 connection to the printer |
| POS terminal | All-in-one touchscreen for restaurants |
02Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
03Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
04Frequently asked questions
58 mm or 80 mm receipt printer?
80 mm for supermarkets and restaurants; 58 mm for small shops and portable use.
Does a thermal printer need ink?
No. It uses heat-sensitive paper rolls.


