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# Compare Cash Register Express vs Runit RealTime

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> Detailed comparison between Cash Register Express and Runit RealTime. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Cash Register Express | Runit RealTime |
| **Overall rating** | 3.3/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 30 | 19 |
| **Starting Price** | US$60,00 | US$274,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Cash Register Express

pcAmerica offers point of sale software applications for almost any environment including retail stores, convenience stores, restaurants, and other hospitality establishments.

### Runit RealTime

The POS built for fine specialty retailers who are tired of settling for a system that doesn't get their business.  Who want everything to connect to everything.  Who want REAL support.  Runit today.

## Key features

### Cash Register Express

- API
- Barcode/Ticket Scanning
- Billing & Invoicing
- CRM
- Commission Management
- Customer Accounts
- Discount Management
- Electronic Signature
- Email Marketing
- Employee Management
- Gift Card Management
- Inventory Management
- Layaway Management
- Mail Order
- Multi-Location
- Order Management
- Ordering Automation
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Returns Management
- eCommerce Management

### Runit RealTime

- API
- Barcode/Ticket Scanning
- Billing & Invoicing
- CRM
- Commission Management
- Customer Accounts
- Discount Management
- Electronic Signature
- Email Marketing
- Employee Management
- Gift Card Management
- Inventory Management
- Layaway Management
- Mail Order
- Multi-Location
- Order Management
- Ordering Automation
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Returns Management
- eCommerce Management

## Links

- [View Cash Register Express Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/12601/cash-register-express)
- [View Runit RealTime Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/137449/runit-realtime-cloud)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/12601/137449/cash-register-express/vs/runit-realtime-cloud)

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