Firstware ePOS vs XEPOS HQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Firstware ePOS
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The free Firstware ePOS application is the point of sale that empowers you to start, run and grow your business efficiently. The app comes with a range of great features: Live sales viewer, Inventory management, etc.
XEPOS HQ
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Take control of your business with the XE POS Back Office app, designed exclusively for our valued XE POS System customers. Streamline your operations, manage your point-of-sale (EPOS) system effortlessly, and make data-driven decisions to boost your business's success. Key Features: Comprehensive Business Insights: Access real-time sales data, inventory reports, and customer analytics to make informed decisions that drive growth. Inventory Management: Keep track of your stock levels, set reorder points, and receive notifications to ensure you never run out of essential items. Sales and Transactions: Monitor every transaction, view sales history, and track payments seamlessly, all from the palm of your hand. User-Friendly Security: Protect your business data with secure login credentials and user access controls, ensuring only authorized personnel have access to sensitive information. Customer Relationship Management: Enhance customer experiences by capturing contact details, purchase histories, and preferences for personalized marketing. Easy Setup and Integration: Connect your XE POS System effortlessly and get started in minutes. No technical expertise required. Actionable Insights: Identify trends and opportunities, optimize pricing, and strategize promotions based on data-driven insights. Performance Metrics: Track your business's financial health with customizable reports and dashboards, enabling you to make informed decisions that impact your bottom line. Multi-Store Support: Manage multiple locations seamlessly from one central hub, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all your outlets. Mobile Accessibility: Stay in control even when you're on the go. The XE POS Back Office app is available on your mobile device, so you can manage your business from anywhere. Discover a smarter way to manage your XE POS System. Download the XE POS Back Office app today and unlock the full potential of your business. Experience efficiency, insights, and growth like never before.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: XEPOS HQ at every 5 days against Firstware ePOS's fortnightly. Firstware ePOS's advantage is iOS requirement (12.2 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Firstware ePOS ships an update fortnightly, XEPOS HQ every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Firstware ePOS | XEPOS HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 โ better | 14.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Firstware | XE POS LTD |
In-app purchases
Firstware ePOS
No in-app purchases
XEPOS HQ
No in-app purchases








