Megara vs RETAIL7 POS system
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Megara
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Megara ist mehr als nur ein Kassensystem. Wir haben dir ein Werkzeug entwickelt, mit dem du dein gesamtes Geschäft einfach und verständlich leiten und führen kannst. Selbst bei der Warenwirtschaft oder beim Bestellwesen geht Megara einen Schritt weiter. Es nimmt dir die Bestellungen ab und kann die Lieferungen deiner Lieferanten einfach und intuitiv verarbeiten. Einfache Bedienung -------------------- Megara wurde so konzipiert, dass das Kassensystem in kurzer Zeit auch von Aushilfen erlernt werden kann. Alle Programmabläufe lassen sich mit integrierten Video-Tutorials direkt am Gerät erlernen. Ganz einfach, weil es einfach ist... Echtzeit Synchronisation ------------------------- Megara synchronisiert alle Buchungsdaten im gesamten Kassensystem-Netzwerk automatisch und verwendet dabei die lokale Infrastruktur. Die Daten werden also nicht über das Internet gesendet. Dadurch hast du die größtmögliche Ausfallsicherheit und dein Service kann gemeinsam einen oder mehrere Tische gleichzeitig bedienen. ACHTUNG ----------- Diese Applikation setzt einen installierten Kassensystem Server Vorort voraus. Weitere Informationen dazu finden Sie unter: http://www.megara-software.de
RETAIL7 POS system
This system offers a simple and fast checkout experience for businesses across various industries. It is hardware-independent, offline-capable, and compliant with tax regulations. Expand its functionality with additional apps for inventory management and customer displays.
- Offline-capable operation
- Hardware-independent compatibility
- TSE and tax compliance
- CSV/Excel import/export
- Digital tax return export
- Customer discounts and gift cards
- Mobile and PC support
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The top POS system for all industries. The software from RETAIL7 is offline-capable, hardware-independent and TSE-compliant. Whether retail, trade, gastronomy, hairdresser or other businesses: We are always there for you. Discover with us that POS systems are so much more than just cashing up. RETAIL7 offers you a variety of additional apps to expand your POS system according to your requirements. Checkout with RETAIL7 - simple, intuitive and fast. Why RETAIL7? - Simplest startup - register, install, checkout - RETAIL7 runs on any device - current hardware list at www.retail7.io - Transparent costs - no hidden costs and can be cancelled monthly - Full support - 24/7 support and on-site service on request These functions simplify your everyday life: - Get started quickly - Import and export your items, services or reports via CSV or Excel to your POS system and start cashing immediately. - Digital tax return - Send your data directly to your tax advisor. This is possible via BMD or DATEV export. This saves you additional time and money. - Customer satisfaction - Give different discounts to your customers or create gift cards in any number. - Any system and any hardware - Whether mobile, tablet or PC - RETAIL7 runs on any device. You don't need any new devices. - Compliant for the tax office - With TSE via cloud or at the printer - you are on the safe side with KassenSichV and GOBD. Don't worry about laws. - Offline working - Your data is synchronized even without an internet connection. All transactions are stored in your cloud. - Mobile Checkout - The system is quickly installed on any device and always with you. Waiters or craftsmen cash directly on the spot. - Easy to use - Temps and new workers find everything with one click. All simple functions, such as cancellations or splitting invoices, can be used intuitively. - Collect everywhere - Distribute your receipt printers in the kitchen, basement or under the counter. You can print from anywhere in your store. - Payment options for everyone - Your customers do not only want to pay cash, but also by EC-, credit card or mobile? With RETAIL7 everything is possible and convenient for you. - Up-to-date live dashboard - All transactions are immediately evaluated and displayed. You always have an overview in your management console. - Individualize your receipt - Customize your receipt with your business logo and address. Make your receipt unique! - Sensible Roles & Rights - Give your employees different permissions in the system. Give your service staff the possibility to concentrate on your core business and keep the overview as a boss. Additional apps: - Inventory Management - Customer display - Orderman Our support is guaranteed to be there for you around the clock. We will help you with all your questions in any situation. Either by phone or mail. You will receive every update of our software automatically and free of charge.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RETAIL7 POS system at 12.1 against Megara's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Megara ships an update monthly, RETAIL7 POS system every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Megara | RETAIL7 POS system |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 88.9% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rene Schonfelder | retail7 GmbH |
In-app purchases
Megara
No in-app purchases
RETAIL7 POS system
No in-app purchases








