Thinking of using Shopify POS for your retail store in Italy? This guide gives you a clear, up-to-date look at compatible hardware, Italian regulations, and the best ways to seamlessly integrate your in-store and online sales.
As a Shopify Plus Partner, power2Cloud has quickly become the go-to expert in Italy for scalable, tax-compliant, and perfectly integrated POS solutions within your digital ecosystem.
Why choose Shopify POS for your physical store
Shopify POS is more than just a checkout system. It's an omnichannel platform designed to optimise both in-store and online sales
. It allows merchants to easily manage real-time inventory, create smooth and personalised shopping experiences, and provide customers with consistent service across all touchpoints.
With its intuitive interface, advanced features and operational flexibility, Shopify POS is the ideal choice for anyone looking to transform their physical location into a strategic extension of their e-commerce business.
power2Cloud supports retail businesses throughout this transformation process, ensuring not only the correct technical setup but also full compliance with local regulations, thanks to our deep market knowledge.
Compatible hardware in Italy: what you can legally use
While Shopify POS is compatible with many devices, it's crucial to comply with Italian tax regulations. power2Cloud will guide you in selecting the right hardware, ensuring that electronic receipts are issued in line with Italian Revenue Agency regulations.
Fiscal printers
Epson FP-81II RT: one of the few printers certified in Italy for Shopify POS. It supports the sending of digital receipts and integrates with advanced management solutions.Card Readers
WisePad 3: the official Shopify POS reader for the Italian market. It accepts contactless, chip and PIN payments and connects via Bluetooth to tablets or smartphones.
Barcode Scanner
Zebra DS2208: reliable, fast and compatible with most barcode formats. Essential for quick checkout and inventory management.Cash drawers and media
These are compatible with Epson fiscal printers and allow organised and secure management of cash payments. power2Cloud selects only models that have been tested for perfect integration with Shopify POS Pro.
What if you already have non-compatible hardware?
Worried that the reader or fiscal printer you already bought isn't compatible with Shopify POS?
Don’t worry: it happens more often than you think! In these cases, our technical team performs a complete audit of your infrastructure, evaluating alternative solutions that allow you to:
- keep some of your existing hardware, if possible;
- recommend certified, compatible devices without disrupting your setup;
- still ensure full fiscal compliance.
And what if you need to change everything? No problem! We'll take care of the migration, with a turnkey approach designed to minimise downtime and unexpected issues. Because every second of downtime is a lost sale - and we don't even like to lose a coffee break!
Shopify POS Lite vs Shopify POS Pro: which one to choose?
All Shopify merchants have access to POS Lite, but for more established or complex retail businesses, we recommend Shopify POS Pro. This advanced version unlocks features designed to streamline operations management, enhance customer experience and boost in-store performance.
With POS Pro, you can:
- manage staff with custom roles and permissions;
- access detailed reports on sales, customers and performance by store;
- offer omnichannel experiences such as in-store pickup and flexible returns;
- integrate loyalty programs, advanced promotions and customised offers;
As a Shopify partner, power2Cloud supports you in implementing and training your team on POS Pro, ensuring a quick and smooth transition.
The power2Cloud solution for Italian retail
With extensive experience on Shopify Plus projects, power2Cloud is a leading partner for retail projects in Italy. Our approach combines technical expertise, regulatory knowledge and a deep understanding of the Italian market.
By partnering with us, you can:
- identify the best hardware/software combination for your store;
- adapt your POS solution to local tax requirements;
- connect Shopify POS to your ERP, CRM or WMS, ensuring consistency across channels;
- create a consistent customer experience between online and in-store, thanks to omnichannel integration.
Plus, thanks to our official partnerships with Google and HubSpot, we can help you build a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond the point of sale:
- performance marketing and advanced tracking with Google Ads;
- centralised customer management and advanced CRM with HubSpot;
- integrated marketing automations, emails, retargeting and customer care.
With power2Cloud, you're not just choosing a checkout system. You are choosing an ecosystem of connected solutions designed to grow your business. From in-store to online, from first sale to customer loyalty.
Contact us: your Shopify POS partner in Italy
Ready to bring Shopify POS to your retail business in Italy, ensuring full compliance and a high level of customisation? power2Cloud is the right partner for you.
Contact us today: we'll analyse your store needs together and build a complete, scalable and integrated Shopify POS solution. And yes, with a smile!