17 Inch Touchscreen EPOS System with Cash Drawer, Printer, and Software

Description

I’ve been using this FirstPOS system for a few months now and honestly, it’s been a game-changer for my little salon and takeaway setup. It’s got everything you’d need — a solid 17-inch touchscreen, a thermal printer, a sturdy steel cash drawer, and the software runs smooth on both the front and back end.

I picked it up a while back for about £111.60, which felt fair given all the included bits: the handheld barcode scanner (or a pack of 20 receipt rolls), a free card machine with every order, and full setup support. The software is actually pretty smart — you can set up promotions, manage stock, track customer accounts, and even run reports that help you see where you’re spending and what’s selling.

I’ve used it in a salon, a takeaway, and a small retail shop — each setup works differently, but the software adapts well. For example, in the salon, I can book appointments, link them to staff and clients, and keep track of product sales. In the takeaway, I’ve got online ordering, postcode lookup, and Google Maps integration so I can plan routes.

It’s not just about the hardware — the software is customisable for different types of businesses. You can set up different user permissions, add product databases, run split bills, and even get age-restricted alerts when selling things like alcohol.

The only thing is, it’s not just for one type of business — it scales. I’ve added things like a weighing scale and a handheld tablet for tableside orders, and it’s all been easy to plug in.

I’m selling it now because I’m moving to a different setup and don’t need it anymore. I’ve used it for real work, and it’s actually worked well for me — no major hiccups, no headaches with software crashes, and the support team was great when I had questions.

If you’re thinking of setting up a small business — whether it’s a salon, takeout, or retail — this might just save you a ton of time and hassle. It’s not flashy, but it does what it needs to do.

Location: Axminster, East Devon (it’s been sitting in my garage since I got it — just a quick move to a new space and I’ll be done with it).