In a cafe, the till has one big job: keeping the queue moving while every drink comes out right. Here's what to look for when you choose one.

1. Quick-tap menus

Your most popular items should be front and centre, so staff can ring through a flat white and a croissant in a couple of taps.

2. Easy options for milks, sizes and extras

Oat milk, a large size, an extra shot and a syrup: cafe orders are full of options. Check you can add them in one tap without typing, that they're priced correctly every time, and that they print clearly for whoever is making the drink.

3. Fast contactless payments

Card, phone and watch payments should take seconds. An integrated card machine gets the total straight from the till, so there's nothing to type in. We work with Dojo, Viva.com, DNA Payments and Paynt. Find out more about integrated payments.

4. A loyalty scheme for your regulars

Regulars are the heart of most cafes. A loyalty scheme built into the till rewards them without paper stamp cards. With OnePlusTwo, it's included in the Essentials and Premium plans.

5. Stock tracking

Running out of oat milk at 9am is no fun. Stock tracking helps you know when you're running low on beans, milk or bakes. Stock control is included in every OnePlusTwo plan.

6. Sales reports you can check anywhere

Reports showing your busiest hours and best sellers help you prep and staff for what's actually coming. Check you can see them on your phone, away from the cafe.

7. A way to take pressure off the counter

At peak times, a self-service kiosk lets customers order and pay on their own while your team keeps making drinks.

What it costs

With OnePlusTwo, all prices + VAT:

  • Starter plan, £49 a month: order management, split bills, stock control and 7-day support
  • Essentials plan, £79 a month: adds a loyalty scheme, your own online ordering website and more
  • Complete till kit: from £379 one-off, including a receipt printer, cash drawer and integrated card machine

See the full details on our pricing page, or book a free demo and we'll recommend the right setup for your cafe.