In an industry where retailers often juggle multiple software subscriptions for point of sale, e-commerce, loyalty, and scheduling, Simple has announced the nationwide expansion of its retail POS system, aiming to consolidate these functions into a single, flat-rate platform. The move addresses a common pain point for small and mid-size businesses: the escalating costs and complexity of managing disparate tools.
According to Simple, many retailers currently rely on a patchwork of services—one for the register, another for online sales, and separate solutions for loyalty, marketing, and inventory. Each adds a monthly fee, and most processors layer per-transaction charges on top of published rates. Simple's approach differs: all 22+ modules are included in every plan, and payment processing is set at a flat 2.19% with no per-transaction fees. This pricing model could provide significant savings for businesses processing high volumes of transactions.
The Simple retail POS includes real-time inventory tracking across locations, unlimited registers on every plan, an offline mode that keeps sales processing during internet outages, and a built-in e-commerce storefront that shares a single catalog with the register. The platform also covers customer loyalty, marketing automation, employee scheduling, and a time clock with payroll export. Stores can be operational within days, with no long-term contract required.
“Retailers are tired of watching their margins disappear into software add-ons and processing fees,” said Justin Dabish, CEO of Simple. “We built one point of sale for retail that does everything a modern store needs, priced it flat, and put every feature in every plan. What you see is what you pay.”
Pricing starts at $99 per month per location with all modules included. The 2.19% flat processing rate applies to every card type, with no monthly card fees, gateway fees, or surcharges. A free card reader is included with every plan. This transparent pricing could appeal to independent retailers who are increasingly seeking cost-effective solutions.
The implications of this announcement are significant for the retail technology landscape. By bundling essential tools into one system, Simple is challenging the traditional model of à la carte software pricing, potentially forcing competitors to reconsider their fee structures. For small businesses, this could mean lower operational costs and reduced administrative burden, allowing them to focus more on customer experience and growth.
Simple's retail POS system is available now across the United States. Retailers can compare plans or book a demonstration at simplecommerce.io/industries/retail.
