
Optimise your in-store operations with professional point of sale systems designed for payments, product identification, printing and stock management. Discover our range of barcode scanners, printers, POS terminals, payment terminals, accessories and consumables for shops, retail businesses, restaurants, warehouses and other professional environments.









































The equipment you need depends on your business, transaction volume and day-to-day operations. A business can combine several devices to identify products, print labels or receipts, process payments and manage stock. Here are the main types of point of sale equipment and their functions.
| Barcode scanners | For quickly scanning 1D or 2D barcodes at the point of sale, during order preparation or for stock management. |
| Printers | For printing labels, barcodes, receipts and other materials required for day-to-day operations. |
| POS terminals | For entering, reading and transmitting data in shops, warehouses or during logistics operations. |
| Payment terminals | For accepting electronic payments and making checkout easier at the counter or on the move. |
| Accessories | Cradles, charging stations, batteries and cables to complement your equipment and keep it ready for everyday use. |
| Consumables | Labels, thermal paper and ribbons designed for different professional printing systems. |

Point of sale equipment is used for much more than processing payments. In shops and retail businesses, scanners and printers help identify products, print labels and streamline checkout. In restaurants and hospitality, receipt printers and mobile terminals make it easier to take orders and process payments. In warehouses and logistics, terminals and barcode scanners support stocktaking, goods receiving, order preparation and product traceability.
Different technologies may be required depending on your equipment. 1D barcodes are widely used for product identification, while 2D codes, including QR codes, can store more information. Scanners can connect via USB or offer wireless connectivity such as Bluetooth. For receipt and label printing, thermal printing technology provides fast printing suited to professional use. The right choice will always depend on the type of media, usage volume and your working environment.
Onedirect can help you choose the right professional point of sale equipment, whether you need to equip a single workstation or multiple users. Our range includes barcode scanners, printers, POS terminals, accessories and consumables from specialist brands. Our advisers can help you check product specifications and compatibility to select the right equipment for your business.
What is a point of sale system?
A point of sale system includes the equipment used to manage the day-to-day operations of a shop or other professional environment. A POS system can include barcode scanners, receipt or label printers, terminals, payment equipment, accessories and consumables.
What equipment do you need for a point of sale?
It depends on the type of business. A shop may need a barcode scanner, receipt printer and payment terminal, while a warehouse may rely on mobile terminals, scanners and label printers for stock management and traceability.
What is the difference between a 1D and 2D barcode scanner?
A 1D scanner reads traditional linear barcodes. A 2D scanner can also read two-dimensional codes such as QR codes. The right choice depends on the barcode formats used by your business.
Which printer should you choose for a retail business?
For till receipts, a dedicated thermal receipt printer is generally suitable. For product identification, shipping or stock management, choose a label printer compatible with the required label format and printing volume.
How can you check compatibility between POS equipment?
Check the connection interfaces, systems and software used, as well as compatible accessories and consumables. For printers, also check the dimensions and type of media supported.
Which POS equipment should you choose for intensive use?
For intensive daily use, choose professional equipment designed for your working environment and transaction volume. Durability, battery life for mobile devices, scanning or printing speed and the availability of accessories are all important factors to consider.