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# Compare Cash Register Express vs Rapid POS

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> Detailed comparison between Cash Register Express and Rapid POS. 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 | Rapid POS |
| **Overall rating** | 3.3/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 30 | 11 |
| **Starting Price** | US$60,00 | US$8 500,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, 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.

### Rapid POS

Museums, Hardware and Building Supply Stores, Garden Centers, Gun Stores and Shooting Ranges, Grocery and Specialty Food Stores, Yogurt and Candy Shops, Jewelry Stores, Dispensaries, Feed and Tack

## Key features

### Cash Register Express

- API
- Barcode/Ticket Scanning
- Billing & Invoicing
- CRM
- Commission Management
- Customer Management
- 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

### Rapid POS

- API
- Barcode/Ticket Scanning
- Billing & Invoicing
- CRM
- Commission Management
- Customer Management
- 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 Rapid POS Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/179820/rapid-pos)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/12601/179820/cash-register-express/vs/rapid-pos)

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