Looking for point of sale devices in Ghana? Whether you're opening a new shop or upgrading from manual systems, choosing the right POS hardware can make or break your business efficiency.
This guide covers every POS device you might need, with real prices from Ghana markets and recommendations based on your business type.
Key Insight: You don't need expensive POS machines. With cloud POS software like SellarPro, your smartphone becomes a powerful POS device. Most Ghana businesses start with under GHS 500 in hardware.
Quick Price Summary: POS Devices in Ghana
| Device | Price Range (GHS) | Essential? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smartphone (as POS) | Free (use existing) | ✓ Yes | All businesses |
| Android Tablet | 500 - 2,500 | Optional | Faster checkout |
| Barcode Scanner | 80 - 400 | Optional | Retail with barcoded products |
| Receipt Printer | 200 - 900 | Optional | Customers needing receipts |
| Cash Drawer | 150 - 500 | Optional | High-volume stores |
| Traditional POS Machine | 3,000 - 15,000 | ✗ No | Large supermarkets only |
Option 1: Use Your Smartphone (Recommended)
The most affordable way to get a POS system in Ghana is using your existing smartphone. With SellarPro, your phone becomes a complete point of sale device.
What Your Phone Can Do
✓ Scan barcodes using camera ✓ Process sales ✓ Track inventory ✓ Generate reports ✓ Send WhatsApp receipts ✓ Work offline
Minimum Phone Requirements
- Android 7.0+ or iOS 12+
- 2GB RAM (4GB recommended)
- Working camera for barcode scanning
- Internet connection (WiFi or mobile data for sync)
Popular affordable phones that work great: Tecno Spark 10, Infinix Hot 30, Samsung A14, Redmi 12C.
Option 2: Android Tablet (Upgrade)
If you want a larger screen for faster checkout, consider an Android tablet. It's still much cheaper than traditional POS machines.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
- 10.5" screen - easy to read
- 3GB RAM - smooth performance
- All-day battery life
- Available at Melcom, Franko
Lenovo Tab M10
- 10.1" screen
- Budget-friendly option
- Good for basic POS
- Available on Jumia Ghana
Budget China Tablets
- 7-10" screen options
- Basic performance
- Computer Village Accra
- May have slower performance
Barcode Scanners in Ghana
If your products have barcodes (most packaged goods do), a barcode scanner speeds up checkout significantly. You can scan using your phone camera, but dedicated scanners are faster.
Wireless Bluetooth Scanner
- Connects to phone/tablet via Bluetooth
- No wires - convenient
- Long battery life (8+ hours)
- Works with SellarPro
USB Wired Scanner
- Requires USB connection
- Best for fixed POS stations
- Most reliable option
- Works with laptops
2D QR Code Scanner
- Scans 1D barcodes AND QR codes
- Future-proof for mobile payments
- Premium option
- Faster scanning speed
Where to Buy Barcode Scanners in Ghana
Accra: Computer Village (Circle), Osu Oxford Street tech shops, Melcom
Kumasi: Adum tech shops, Roman Hill
Online: Jumia Ghana, JumpiaGH, Tonaton
Receipt Printers in Ghana
Not every business needs a receipt printer. You can send digital receipts via SMS or WhatsApp using SellarPro. But if customers expect paper receipts, here are your options:
58mm Bluetooth Printer
- Portable - battery powered
- Connects to phone via Bluetooth
- Small receipts (good for retail)
- Paper cost: ~GHS 5/roll
80mm Thermal Printer
- Larger, professional receipts
- Faster printing speed
- USB/Ethernet connection
- Better for supermarkets
Epson/Star Brand Printer
- Premium reliability
- Heavy-duty for high volume
- Auto-cutter included
- 5+ year lifespan
Cash Drawers
Cash drawers connect to your receipt printer and open automatically after each sale. They're useful for security and cash management.
Standard Cash Drawer
- 4 bill compartments, 5 coin slots
- Key lock for security
- Printer-triggered opening
Heavy-Duty Cash Drawer
- Metal construction
- More compartments
- Anti-theft features
Traditional POS Machines vs Modern Tablet POS
You may have seen traditional all-in-one POS machines (like those in supermarkets). Here's why most Ghana businesses should skip them:
| Feature | Traditional POS Machine | Tablet + SellarPro |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | GHS 3,000 - 15,000 | GHS 500 - 2,000 |
| Monthly Fee | GHS 200-500 + transaction fees | GHS 99/month flat |
| Software Updates | Manual, often paid | Automatic, free |
| Works During Power Out | Needs UPS backup | ✓ Built-in battery |
| Works Offline | Sometimes | ✓ Full offline mode |
| Portability | Fixed location | ✓ Take anywhere |
| Repair if Broken | Weeks, expensive | Buy new tablet same day |
Verdict: Traditional POS machines only make sense for large supermarkets processing 500+ transactions daily. For 95% of Ghana businesses, tablet/phone + SellarPro is the smarter choice.
Recommended POS Device Setups by Business Type
Provision Shop / Small Retail (Budget: GHS 200-500)
- Device: Your existing smartphone
- Optional: Bluetooth barcode scanner (GHS 150)
- Software: SellarPro Solo (GHS 99/month)
- Receipts: WhatsApp digital receipts (free)
Pharmacy / Boutique (Budget: GHS 800-1,500)
- Device: Android tablet (GHS 1,000)
- Scanner: Bluetooth scanner (GHS 200)
- Printer: 58mm Bluetooth printer (GHS 250)
- Software: SellarPro Solo (GHS 99/month)
Supermarket / Multi-Cashier (Budget: GHS 3,000-5,000)
- Devices: 2-3 tablets (GHS 2,500)
- Scanners: Wired USB scanners (GHS 300)
- Printers: 80mm thermal printers (GHS 600)
- Cash Drawers: 2-3 drawers (GHS 600)
- Software: SellarPro Business (GHS 250/month)
How to Set Up Your POS Devices
- Download SellarPro from Play Store or App Store
- Create your account and add your products
- Pair Bluetooth devices (scanner, printer) in phone settings
- Connect in SellarPro - go to Settings → Devices
- Test everything - scan a product, print a test receipt
- Start selling! You're ready to go
Setup Help Available
Our team helps you set up devices for free. WhatsApp us at +233576270779 for assistance connecting scanners and printers.
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