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# Compare J.C.S. vs Epos Now

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> Detailed comparison between J.C.S. and Epos Now. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | J.C.S. | Epos Now |
| **Overall rating** | 4.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 11 | 713 |
| **Starting Price** | US$1 495,00 | US$349,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Windows (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### J.C.S.

Our target market is independent retail jewelers with single or multi-stores. Typical customer has 2-3 stores. Largest customer has 60 stores.

### Epos Now

Epos Now's award-winning POS offers specialized hardware and software for all kinds of retail and hospitality businesses of any size, with an overall Trustpilot score of 4.5/5 (Dec 2025).

## Key features

### J.C.S.

- Consignments
- Customer History
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Tracking
- Multi-Store
- Pricing Management
- Purchase Order Management

### Epos Now

- Accounting
- Customer History
- Customizable Reports
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Optimization
- Inventory Replenishment
- Inventory Tracking
- Multi-Store
- Order Processing
- Pricing Management
- Product Catalog
- Purchase Order Management
- Real-Time Data
- Reservations Management
- Sales History
- Sales Management
- Stock Management
- Table Management
- Transaction Monitoring

## Links

- [View J.C.S. Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/85372/j-c-s)
- [View Epos Now Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/152638/epos-now)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/85372/152638/j-c-s/vs/epos-now)

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