ProblemProcessors dropping the account without warning
SolutionWe place these accounts knowingly, with underwriting that expects the category.
Smoke Shops
Processing That Won't Cut You Off in Month Three
We understand the vertical. Age verification, variant-heavy catalogs, and a processing relationship that sticks.
Flat rate2.3% + 5¢
Or0% with cash discount
FundingNext day
Common problems
EPAY's Solution
ProblemHundreds of flavor and nicotine-level variants
SolutionVariant matrices keep the catalog manageable.
ProblemAge verification compliance
SolutionRequired ID scan with a stored audit trail.
Included
Built for Smoke Shops
Inventory & Catalog
- Real-time inventoryCounts move as items sell, with low-stock alerts.
- Modifiers and combosNested modifiers, mix-and-match pricing, and bundle deals.
- Purchase ordersBuild POs, receive against them, and track vendor cost changes.
- Age verificationID scanning and prompts for restricted items.
Payments
- Every payment typeEMV chip, tap, swipe, mobile wallets, and gift cards.
- Next-day fundingBatches settle to your account the next business day.
- Cash discount programRun 0% processing with compliant signage and receipt handling.
- PCI compliance supportWe handle the paperwork so you don't get hit with non-compliance fees.
Employee & Time
- Clock in and outTime tracking on the POS with PIN or badge.
- SchedulingBuild shifts and let staff see the schedule from their phone.
- PermissionsRole-based access down to the individual function.
- Labor reportingLabor cost as a live percentage of sales.
Recommended plan
Retail
Convenience, liquor, smoke shops, and grocery
$74.99/mo
2.3% + 5¢ processing · or 0% with cash discount
- Deep inventory and SKU management
- Age verification and ID scanning
- Promotions, mix-and-match, and combos
- Purchase orders and vendor tracking
- Multi-location reporting
- Scale and scanner support
Hardware
EPAY Retail Setup
Retail system
EPAY Retail
Everything a store needs to run the counter and the back room.
- High-volume SKU management
- Scanner and scale integration
- Age verification
- Real-time inventory
The setup
3 Components, 1 System
Full EPAY POS
Built to streamline every part of the store. Manage inventory, track sales in real time, apply discounts and promotions, and keep the line moving with barcode scanning, customer profiles and integrated payments.
Handheld Systems
Serve customers anywhere — the sales floor, curbside, the stockroom. Take payment and print receipts on the spot, and use the same device to add, update and track inventory in real time.
Customer Facing Display
A transparent checkout. Customers see their order as it rings, watch prices and discounts apply, and complete payment securely on the screen.
Built in
Getting The Most With EPAY
Order Management
Everything sits in one organized system. Track past orders, manage tabs, handle online orders, and control in-house table service with real-time syncing across devices. Your team stays on top of every detail at the counter, online, or tableside.
Cash Management
Track drawer activity, monitor till counts, and record payouts accurately. Every transaction is logged in real time, which cuts down the discrepancies, and detailed reporting means you always know where your cash stands.
Employee Management
Set custom access levels, track hours with built-in time clocking, and manage schedules and permissions from one place. Employee profiles hold key details, and shift scheduling, break tracking and audit logs are all included.
Customer Management and Loyalty
Create loyalty programs with points, rewards or discounts that apply automatically at checkout. Customer profiles store purchase history, preferences and contact details, so service and marketing can actually be personal.
Gift Cards
Custom-branded gift cards built into the system. Sell, track and redeem digital or physical cards straight from the POS with no third-party setup, with real-time balance tracking across every location.
Menu and Catalog Buildout
Our team organizes your products, categories and modifiers so everything is structured and priced before installation. Menus, drink lists or retail inventories — we handle the data entry and configuration so the system runs on day one.
Access Control
Role-based permissions so staff use only what they need. Sensitive actions — refunds, discounts, reporting, inventory changes — stay protected behind the roles you set.
Inventory Across the Business
All-in-one inventory management with no additional fees. Add, edit and track products in real time, and manage stock across multiple locations from the same screen.
Integrations
Fits Right Into Your Existing Workflow
Platform
EPAY App Store
Extend the POS with tools built to help the business scale.
- Loyalty programs that drive repeat business
- A fully integrated e-commerce site launched from the system
- Waitlists and reservations
- Gift cards, online ordering and advanced reporting
Loyalty & marketing
Como Sense
Loyalty, marketing and customer engagement wired into EPAY POS.
- Reward repeat customers and lift retention
- Build promotions tailored to your audience
- Track customer behavior and spending patterns
Included with every plan
No Add-On Fees for the Basics
- 24/7 support
- Free installation and staff training
- Real-time reporting on the EPAY mobile app
- Next-day funding
- PCI compliance assistance
- No long-term contract lock-in
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EPAY POS cost?
Software plans run from $17.99/mo for a standalone terminal up to $74.99/mo for full retail. Processing is a flat 2.3% + 5¢, or 0% if you run the cash discount program. Qualifying merchants can get hardware placed at no upfront cost through the Free Placement Program.
What is cash discount and how does 0% processing work?
Cash discount posts one price and offers a discount for paying with cash. Customers who pay by card cover the processing cost, which brings your effective processing rate to zero. We handle the compliant signage and receipt language so it's set up correctly.
Am I locked into a long-term contract?
No. There's no long-term lock-in on the software plans, and the Free Placement Program is not an equipment lease.
How long does installation take?
Most installs happen within a week of approval. Our team builds your menu or catalog before install day, handles the setup on site, and trains your staff on the system.
Also in retail
Other Business Types EPAY Serves
See EPAY in Action Before You Switch
A short demo with someone who knows your business type. No pressure, no script.
Free tools for owners
Guides and Templates You Can Use Today
Practical tools from the EPAY POS team. Tell us where to reach you and the download unlocks right away.
Statement Analysis Checklist
Find your effective rate and every fee on your processing statement, line by line.
Google Business Profile & Reviews Checklist
Get found on Google Maps: fill in your profile, get more reviews the right way, and reply with ready-made templates.
Restaurant Business Plan Template
A fill-in plan: concept, startup costs, monthly budget, break-even and a launch checklist.
Food Cost & Menu Pricing Calculator
Cost out every plate, then price your menu to the food cost you're aiming for.
Bar Inventory & Pour Cost Calculator
Cost every pour, count weekly, and see when liquor goes out that was never rung in. Covers the AndroBar pouring system.