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POS hardware buyer's guide 2026 — thermal, barcode, weight scale

We tested 34 devices across 6 categories. Buy this, avoid that.

Rohit SharmaJun 12, 202612 min

The right POS hardware pays for itself in a month. The wrong hardware kills your speed daily.

Thermal printer (80mm)

Winners: TVS RP 3200, Epson TM-T82, Godex GTP-250. Avoid: unbranded USB-only units — driver hell.

Barcode scanner

Winner USB: Honeywell 1250g. Winner Bluetooth: Zebra CS4070. Winner camera: your phone with SaathiX ERP PWA.

Weight scale

For grocery: Contech CI-201A with barcode output. Cheapest reliable option.

Cash drawer

Any RJ11 model works with any thermal. Don't overthink.

SaathiX ERP supports all listed devices out of the box — no driver installs needed.

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Rohit Sharma
Retail Ops Consultant

Built inventory SOPs for 400+ Indian retailers.

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