Future POS vs Vend POS

Launched in 1998, Future POS was a mature point-of-sale system that catered to businesses of all sizes. Acquired by Shift4 Payments in 2018, they have been rebranded as SkyTab, offering advanced features for restaurants. They served various types of businesses in the restaurant and hospitality industry and provided customizable features tailored for restaurants and bars. Hardware options include mobile POS platforms, tablets, and fixed terminals. Pricing details were available through a monthly subscription and can be obtained by contacting the company directly.

Vend, a leading point-of-sale system for retailers, was acquired by Lightspeed in 2021 and rebranded as part of their retail management platform, Lightspeed Retail (X-Series). Vend POS provided intuitive software designed for all users, streamlining retail operations and seamlessly integrating with existing or new hardware. It was trusted by leading retailers and has earned high ratings from satisfied customers. Read our Lightspeed review for more information on their current features.