Best POS System for Kenyan Shops in 2026 — Free & Mobile-First

Running a shop in Kenya in 2026 means managing sales, tracking stock, accepting M-Pesa, and keeping records — all at once. The right POS (Point of Sale) system can handle all of this from your phone. Shopika POS is a free, mobile-first point of sale system built specifically for Kenyan shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, and water/gas suppliers.

What is a POS System?

A Point of Sale (POS) system is software that manages your sales transactions, inventory, and customer records. When a customer buys something, the POS records the sale, updates your stock, and generates a receipt — automatically. Modern POS systems like Shopika POS also integrate with M-Pesa for instant payment confirmation.

Key Features of Shopika POS

Who is Shopika POS For?

• Grocery stores and supermarkets: Manage a large product catalogue with barcodes.
• Water suppliers: Track jerrican stock and delivery orders.
• Gas dealers: Manage cylinder stock across 6kg, 13kg and 38kg sizes.
• Pharmacies and chemists: Track medicine inventory, expiry dates, and sales.
• General shops (dukas): Simple POS for fast checkout with M-Pesa.
• Restaurants and cafes: Table orders, kitchen notifications, and receipts.

How Much Does Shopika POS Cost?

Shopika POS is free for all registered Shopika merchants. There are no monthly hardware fees — you only need a smartphone and your Shopika merchant account. Contact Shopika for details on premium features and subscription plans for larger businesses.

Shopika POS vs Other POS Systems in Kenya

How to Get Shopika POS for Your Shop

1. Register as a merchant at merchant.shopika.com.
2. Complete your store setup — add products, set delivery areas, and configure payment.
3. Access the POS from your merchant dashboard on any smartphone or computer.
4. Start accepting orders online and in-store via M-Pesa.