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# Compare AIM vs Visual Retail Plus

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> Detailed comparison between AIM and Visual Retail Plus. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | AIM | Visual Retail Plus |
| **Overall rating** | 4.1/5 | 4.3/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 198 | 141 |
| **Starting Price** | US$995,00 | US$1 750,00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | - |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Phone Support, Chat | 24/7 (Live rep) |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Documentation |

## Best for

### AIM

AIM can be found in retail stores across the U.S. and Canada, including musical instrument, appliance stores, bicycle \&amp; fitness, vacuum \&amp; sewing, liquor, hobby, golf, resale, consignment \&amp; more

### Visual Retail Plus

Visual Retail Plus is a retail management system designed for small retail businesses.

## Key features

### AIM

- Accounting
- CRM
- Commission Management
- Customer Database
- Customizable Reports
- Discount Management
- Employee Management
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Optimization
- Inventory Replenishment
- Inventory Tracking
- Loyalty Program
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Pricing Management
- Purchase Order Management
- Retail Management
- Returns Management
- Scheduling
- Stock Management
- eCommerce Management

### Visual Retail Plus

- CRM
- Commission Management
- Customer Database
- Employee Management
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Tracking
- Loyalty Program
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Purchase Order Management
- Retail Management
- Returns Management

## Links

- [View AIM Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/130285/aimsi)
- [View Visual Retail Plus Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/130610/visual-retail-plus)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/130285/130610/aimsi/vs/visual-retail-plus)

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