Comparison

iProcess vs ShelfPerks Merchant

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iProcess

Process credit card transactions securely and easily from your mobile device. This point of sale app supports swiped, keyed, and chip transactions, and offers features like transaction history, refunds, and automated tax application.

Highlights
  • Process swiped, keyed, and chip transactions
  • View transaction history
  • Refund and void transactions
  • Automatic tax rate application
  • Accept customer signatures
  • Email receipts
  • Customer Vault management
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iProcess is a secure and simple way to process credit card transactions from your iPhone or iPad. This point of sale app allows you to sign in with your gateway credentials and you can start processing with our supported credit card swipers. Features include: • Process swiped, keyed, and chip sale and credit transactions (card reader sold through your merchant service provider) • View a complete history of mobile transactions • Refund and void previous mobile transactions • Set a tax rate to be automatically applied to all transactions • Accept signatures from your customers • Save location data with transactions • Automatically send email receipts • Share receipts with customers with almost any app on your device • Toggle between multiple merchant accounts with ease • Name your device to easily distinguish between devices in the merchant control panel reporting • View customers you have saved to the Customer Vault (if service is active) • Add, edit, and delete customers from the Customer Vault (if service is active)

About

ShelfPerks Merchant

This comprehensive retail management solution streamlines operations with an advanced POS, inventory control, and seamless payment processing. It offers features like self-checkout, data-driven insights, and flexible receipt options to boost store efficiency and profitability.

Highlights
  • Advanced POS System
  • Smart Inventory Management
  • Seamless Payment Processing
  • Self-Checkout Technology
  • Data-Driven Insights
  • Digital and Print Receipts
Features
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Transform your store's efficiency and profitability with ShelfPerks™ Store Operating System—the all-in-one retail management solution for modern businesses.  Designed with store owners' needs in mind, ShelfPerks™ is your key to unlocking your store's full potential and turning every transaction into a profitable opportunity. Boost Your Store's Performance With the integrated Point-of-Sale (POS) system, Inventory Management, and a suite of essential features, ShelfPerks™ is the smart, efficient way to run your store. - Advanced POS System: Sell anywhere with our flexible Point of Sale app - Smart Inventory Management: Digitize and simplify your stock control - Seamless Payment Processing: Accept various payment methods, including Tap to Pay on iPhone - Self-Checkout Technology: Enhance customer experience with iOS-based self-service options - Efficient Invoice Handling: Create, track, and manage invoices effortlessly - Built-In Loyalty Programs. - Data-Driven Insights: Access real-time analytics for informed decision-making - Digital and Print Receipts: Offer customers flexible receipt options - Dynamic Promotions: Easily apply discounts and manage store offers - Hardware Integration: Connect with retail peripherals for enhanced functionality Key Features of ShelfPerks™ - ShelfPerks™ POS: Create virtual checkouts and accept cash, checks, cards, and gift cards - Tap to Pay on iPhone: Process contactless payments without additional hardware - Digital Inventory Management: Streamline stock management with our user-friendly system - iOS Self-Checkout: Implement easy self-service options on any iOS device - Comprehensive Invoice Management: Handle all aspects of invoicing within the app - Actionable Analytics: Monitor sales, purchases, inventory, and more in real-time - Flexible Receipt Options: Email digital receipts or print them using POS printers - Promotion Tools: Effortlessly manage discounts, refunds, and promotional offers - Versatile Hardware Support: Integrate with printers, scanners, and cash drawers Seamless Integrations - Payment Processing: Compatible with Fiserv, Helcim, Stax Payments & Stripe for reliable transactions - Retail Hardware: Works with trusted equipment from Star Micronics & Epson Why Choose ShelfPerks™? - Maximize Profitability: Optimize every transaction for better margins - User-Friendly Interface: Quick setup and easy adoption for all skill levels - Unmatched Flexibility: Conduct business anywhere, adapting to your unique model - Complete Operational Control: Gain deep insights into every aspect of your store - Scalable Solutions: Grow your business with features that evolve with you - Direct connection with Uber Direct for fulfillment services Perfect for All Retail Sizes From boutique shops to large supermarkets, ShelfPerks™ Store Operating System adapts to your specific needs. Whether you're a quaint boutique or a full-fledged supermarket, our solution is tailored to meet the demands of your store. With ShelfPerks™ Store OS, you're ready to face the future of retail. Download now and transform your iPhone or iPad into the most powerful tool in your store! Terms of Service- https://shelfperks.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy - https://shelfperks.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

iProcess4 screens
ShelfPerks Merchant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ShelfPerks Merchant at 5.0 against iProcess's 3.1. iProcess's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (30 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ShelfPerks Merchant sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per month. iProcess asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ShelfPerks Merchant holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iProcess has 30 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iProcess ships an update every 2 months, ShelfPerks Merchant every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iProcess versus ShelfPerks Merchant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriProcessShelfPerks Merchant
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (30 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGateway Processing Services2497 Inc.

Customer experience

iProcess

All ratings29 ratings
Positive41.4%
Neutral17.2%
Negative41.4%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive48.6%
Neutral12.2%
Negative39.2%

ShelfPerks Merchant

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

iProcess

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • Customer Vault not working with iOS
  • App crashes when swiping cards
  • App crashes when completing transactions
  • Terminal ID Missing and Transaction Key Missing errors
  • Connectivity issues, app fails to connect to reader
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  • Error messages with no troubleshooting
  • No date or time stamp on receipts
  • Unable to use customer signature
  • Cannot add tips
  • Card reader not working with extensions or charge ports
  • Signature screen turns black
  • App not compatible with iOS 8
  • iPad screen layout issues
  • Email receipt process requires re-entry of email address
  • Cannot send email receipts
  • Card reader crashes the app

Requested features

20 requests
  • Add date and time stamp to receipts
  • Improve connectivity and reduce error messages
  • Allow adding tips in the payment process
  • Enable landscape mode on iPad
  • Improve visibility and usability of the tip option
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  • Restore the ability to swipe cards directly into Customer Vault
  • Provide clear contact information and website for support
  • Update to be compatible with newer phone ports (e.g., charge port)
  • Implement a master account setup online for employees
  • Streamline the receipt emailing process
  • Improve the tip screen layout for better readability
  • Allow customers to erase and redo signatures
  • Fix the issue where the signature pad turns black
  • Add a checkbox for manual entries
  • Allow multiple email addresses for receipts
  • Improve the iPad screen layout for sales entry
  • Make the email address carry over for receipt sending
  • Add tax functionality
  • Provide an iPad-specific version of the app
  • Fix the card reader crash issue

ShelfPerks Merchant

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iProcess

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

ShelfPerks Merchant

Subscriptions3
  • Standard Monthly$39.991 Month
  • Plus Monthly$139.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$299.991 Month

Questions

Is iProcess free?
iProcess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShelfPerks Merchant free?
ShelfPerks Merchant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iProcess or ShelfPerks Merchant?
ShelfPerks Merchant is rated higher. iProcess averages 3.1 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while ShelfPerks Merchant averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do iProcess or ShelfPerks Merchant have ads?
Neither iProcess nor ShelfPerks Merchant shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iProcess or ShelfPerks Merchant?
iProcess ships an update every 2 months, and ShelfPerks Merchant every 3 months. Most recently, iProcess was updated on October 22, 2026 and ShelfPerks Merchant on October 1, 2026.

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