--- description: Review of Cash Register Express Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Cash Register Express | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Retail Inventory Management Software](/directory/30/inventory-management-software/software) > [Cash Register Express](/software/429021/pcamerica-pos-nation) # Cash Register Express Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/429021/pcamerica-pos-nation Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/429021/pcamerica-pos-nation?page=2) > Cash Register Express (CRE) by pcAmerica is an adept point of sale (POS) solution tailored to meet the needs of diverse retail stores and small businesses, including niches such as liquor stores, convenience stores, grocery stores, and various specialty retailers. Unique in its design and functionality, Cash Register Express leverages a comprehensive array of features that synergistically improves the profitability of businesses. These features encompass inventory management, customer loyalty programs, time cards, editable permission levels, advanced reporting capabilities, and credit card processing integration. At the crux of its offering, Cash Register Express intensely focuses on enhancing the retail experience through rapid customer checkout, robust strategies to reduce or eliminate shrinkage, precise management of employee labor, and targeted marketing initiatives based on customer purchasing trends. Notably, the software aids brick-and-mortar entities in crafting a meticulous and effective approach to managing their operations. Much more than a mere payment facilitation tool, CRE allows businesses to foster deeper connections with their customers and, importantly, to steer those insights into tangible, profit-oriented strategies. Unlike its cloud-based counterparts, Cash Register Express can be acquired through a one-time purchase, effectively freeing businesses from ongoing subscription fees and payments. Moreover, recognizing the necessity for reliable operation, CRE is designed to function independently from the internet, ensuring uninterrupted service and data access at all times. Further enhancing its value proposition, Cash Register Express provides an integrated suite of hardware options, including intuitive touch-screen monitors, precision barcode scanners, and accurate digital scales, among other devices. These integrations are meticulously conceived to provide a well-rounded POS system that extends beyond software to include robust physical touchpoints of the retail experience. Moreover, Cash Register Express embarks into the digital commerce arena with an e-commerce program designed to effortlessly bridge web orders with the in-store POS system. This holistic approach ensures a streamlined and unified operational framework for businesses aspiring to capitalize on both physical and online sales channels. Acknowledging the need for customization, Cash Register Express offers modular options that empower businesses with versatility and control. There's support for QuickBooks integration addressing various accounting needs—from accounts payable \& receivable, general ledger maintenance, payroll processing, to purchase order management. CRE’s modularity extends to customizable configurations of purchase orders, inventory setups, and checkout processes. Flexibly designed, the software caters to diverse business requirements, offering purchasers the freedom to acquire the software as a standalone solution or as part of various POS packages designed to cater to specific business needs. > > Verdict: Rated **3.3/5** by 30 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **3.3/5** | 30 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 3.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 3.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 3.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 3.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 60% | (6/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: POS Nation - **Location**: Charlotte, US - **Founded**: 2001 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$60.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Cash Register Express can be bought through subscription at $60 per month - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - API - Accounting - Barcode/Ticket Scanning - Billing & Invoicing - CRM - Commission Management - Credit Card Processing - Customer Accounts - Customer Management - Discount Management - Electronic Signature - Email Marketing - Employee Management - Gift Card Management - Inventory Management - Layaway Management - Loyalty Program - Mail Order - Multi-Location - Order Management ## Support Options - 24/7 (Live rep) ## Category - [Retail Inventory Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/30/inventory-management-software/software) ## Related Categories - [Retail Inventory Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/30/inventory-management-software/software) - [Retail Accounting Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/31/accounting-software/software) - [Wireless / Cellular POS Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/35/cellular-wireless-pos-software/software) - [Grocery Store POS Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/38/grocery-store-software/software) - [Hardware and Building Materials Store POS Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/49/hardware-pos-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Even paid custom development requests are not accommodated. > > Overall positive. You will need a tech support plan unless you’re a sql pro. Even then you still need tech support to reset license keys and other stuff that only they can do. ----- ### "Cash Register Express from a 20 Year Reseller" — 5.0/5 > **Kyle** | *20 August 2018* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: -Easy to Use -Feature for Everything -Best Value (Other companies charge more for same features) -Supports Multiple Stores -Supports MANY Payment Processors -Supports Excel Import -Supports Hardware from all Industries (Under the counter scanner scales (as seen in grocery stores), Coin Dispensers, Caller ID, etc.) > > **Cons**: -Not Supported on Android / iOS / Mac OS -Requires Intermediate windows knowledge for setup. -Does not have the best cloud integration. > > We've been selling this software (and many others) to cater to our retail clients and it is by far my favorite. If you have a retail business, and you don't want to ever question the capabilities of your POS software while also having the peace of mind that you're not over paying, pcAmerica's Cash Register Express (CRE) is everything you need. We offer a free buyers guide that will compare this software against many others, feel free to visit our website at any time so we can give you a tour\! ----- ### "Complete wast of time & money." — 1.0/5 > **Michael** | *10 March 2017* | Retail > > **Pros**: It seem to be easy to load in our inventory through Excel. The stations communicate with the main station very well. > > **Cons**: No support, repeat no support. We were just loading in our inventory no sales yet. Support payment came due while owner on vacation \& upon the email for the 2nd notice they system will not boot up. No error code it just will not start. PC America told us to By the support \& we will be back up today. We purchase the software complete but they can still shut it down to blackmail you into paying more money. > > I am the manager of Marshalls Creek Plumbing Supplies in Pa and we 1st purchased Cash Register Express from a PC America sales back in 2012. With this purchase were spec that inventory would be able to support scanners. Pc America sold use a Honeywell scanner and then after several months they (PC America) could not get it to work with their program. Several other problem came up and then we got a lawyer only to find out the salesman was and (ISO agent) not and employee of PC America. PC America told us that we were not the original owner as the product was sold trough a contractor (ISO agent). We abandoned the product \& mothballed the equipment. It gets better\! FASTFORWARD TO 2016 A Heartland salesman came for our credit processing business and through the conversation he told us that they now own PC America. After going over some of the above he said that if we want to get it up and running he would make it happen. Well we figured that we have the stuff we might as well try it. So we got it running and have a large part of the inventory installed ( no scanner though) and the owner went on vacation for a few months. I got the notice that the yearly service/tech support payment was due, we were not using the system for sales. I contacted the owner and he said that as long as we can keep installing the inventory keep going and he will make the payment when he gets back. We got the 2nd notice that payment was due and (guess what) the system will not boot up now. No error code it just will not start. I called PC America and they said it was just a coincidence (it happens he said) we don’t turn off your system because of nonpayment for support. However if you pay us the fee you will be up and running today. I contacted a IT guy we use and he said that he knows that PC America uses a time bomb in their program and if no contact with home base by a set date it shuts down. So much for ownership. Don’t deal with this company\! ----- ### "Perfect for Liquor Stores" — 5.0/5 > **Melissa** | *23 February 2017* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Cash register express has over 75 different reports that are available to view or print. This software is compatible with a large variety of credit card processors and equipment options to ensure compliant and secure processing. Great added feature such as card swipes for employee login, handheld scanner for efficient inventory management, scheduling features for your staff and plenty other funtions that will help reduce labor hours spent on payroll, consolidation and employee hours. > > **Cons**: Cash register express has amazing functionality, but that can come at a high price. This is a PC based software solution, so depending on the size of your business or the number of pos stations needed, the initial cost may be significant. Some features such as 24/7 customer support and customized reports come at an extra charge as well. Since this software is so detailed, some functions such as inventory can become cumbersome and involve significant time to setup. ----- ### "Program and billing" — 5.0/5 > **Deborah** | *24 October 2019* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is very easy to set up a customer in the system. It is also very easy to find them. I also like that when I pull up a customer I can see what they owe us with out having to search. > > **Cons**: I do no like the fact that when I apply a payment to a customers account, I am unable to print a second receipt. This has caused some problems. Would love to be able to cancel the payment, which you can't do. You must refund it, which can cause problems with the accounting end. > > I have learned to work with the little hiccups that I have come across using the program. ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/429021/pcamerica-pos-nation?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/429021/pcamerica-pos-nation) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data