Shopify POS keeps online and in-store selling on one commerce platform.1 Clover merchants manage merchandise inventory, menu items, and services with Clover devices and the Merchant Dashboard.2
Unify everything in one dashboard. When Clover users switch to Shopify, multiple systems become one.
Sell everywhere seamlessly
Eliminate the friction between in-store and online selling with just one platform—not a patchwork of disconnected systems.
Skip the manual updates
Watch everything sync automatically in one dashboard. No data silos or manual reconciliation, just real-time data flowing everywhere.
8.9%lift in revenue from omnichannel selling like endless aisle and BOPIS*
22%lower total cost of ownership on average than the competition*
*On average relative to the market set surveyed. Source: EY, “Future proofing retail: Embracing unified commerce,” commissioned by Shopify, November 2024. EY analyzed transactional data from 3,800+ businesses and surveyed senior leaders at 600+ retail organizations and agencies.
Scale without limits
Run 1,000+ locations from one back office
Your ambitions might change, but your POS won't have to. Shopify POS grows with you wherever retail takes you.
After a year under our belt with Shopify as our ecommerce platform, we recognized the benefits the POS portion would bring to the retail store.
Customer support has improved because now that everything's integrated in the same system, our response times have shortened.
We can now track and understand our customers across both retail and online - something we couldn't do before.
After a year under our belt with Shopify as our ecommerce platform, we recognized the benefits the POS portion would bring to the retail store.
Customer support has improved because now that everything's integrated in the same system, our response times have shortened.
We can now track and understand our customers across both retail and online - something we couldn't do before.
Dedicated to retail
Launch 20% faster than other POS systems*
Shopify POS is focused exclusively on retail, so every new feature and upgrade keeps you ahead of trends and the competition.
Non-stop innovation
In 2025, Shopify invested more than $1.5B in R&D, up from $1.3B in 2024, all dedicated to commerce innovation.
Direct expert support
Don't let disruptions slow you down. Get 24/7 support 365 days a year from Shopify retail experts.
*On average relative to the market set surveyed. Source: EY, “Future proofing retail: Embracing unified commerce,” commissioned by Shopify, November 2024. EY analyzed transactional data from 3,800+ businesses and surveyed senior leaders at 600+ retail organizations and agencies.
Migration
Switch with confidence. Shopify Partners have your back.
Work with a certified partner that specializes in Clover to Shopify migrations.
Compare Shopify POS and Clover across the cost, inventory, and hardware concerns that shape a retail POS decision.
Comparison of Shopify POS and Clover selling scope, inventory tools, and migration preparation.
Buyer concern
Shopify
Clover
Selling scope
Shopify POS connects online and in-store selling.1
Clover manages merchandise, menu items, and services through Clover devices and the Merchant Dashboard.2
Inventory tools
Shopify POS Pro includes inventory counts, purchase orders, and low-stock alerts.1
Clover merchants manage inventory items in the Clover Inventory app.2
Migration preparation
Shopify POS starts with a smartphone or tablet and a card reader.1
Clover documents bulk inventory import for merchant accounts.2
Sources: footnotes 1 and 2.
Shopify POS vs. Clover FAQ
Is Shopify POS better than Clover for online and in-store selling?
Shopify POS keeps online and in-store selling on one commerce platform.1 Clover merchants manage merchandise inventory, menu items, and services with Clover devices and the Merchant Dashboard.2 Compare that scope with the other systems your store already uses.
How much does Shopify POS cost compared with Clover?
Shopify POS costs combine a Shopify plan, transaction fees, and any POS Pro location subscriptions.1 Request a current Clover quote that separates software, processing, hardware, locations, registers, currency, and billing terms.
Which has better inventory management, Shopify POS or Clover?
Shopify POS Pro includes inventory counts, purchase orders, and low-stock alerts.1 Clover merchants create and manage inventory items with the Clover Inventory app.2
How do I migrate from Clover to Shopify?
Start by exporting and cleaning the data you plan to move, then test products, customers, orders, payments, hardware, and day-one inventory. Clover documents bulk inventory import for merchant accounts.2
What hardware do I need when moving from Clover to Shopify POS?
To start with Shopify POS, you need a smartphone or tablet and a Shopify card reader.1 Confirm which devices are included in the Clover setup you are considering.
How does Shopify POS handle customer and cross-channel orders?
Shopify POS Pro includes staff roles and permissions, rich customer profiles, and cross-location returns.1 Shopify POS supports buy online, pick up in store and endless aisle workflows.1
Footnotes
Shopify POS pricing, accessed October 8, 2026. Shopify plan, transaction-fee, POS Pro, feature, and hardware details vary by plan and market.
Clover developer documentation, Manage inventory and items, accessed October 8, 2026.
