Compare Clover Software and Lightspeed Retail 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (83.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $69.00
Clover
Star Rating
(81)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about CloverLightspeed Retail
Star Rating
(290)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (83.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $69.00
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Lightspeed Retail excels in barcode scanning with a score of 9.1, while Clover's score of 8.3 indicates it may not be as efficient in this area. Reviewers mention that the quick scanning feature in Lightspeed significantly speeds up the checkout process.
- Reviewers mention that Lightspeed Retail's inventory management capabilities are robust, scoring 9.1, compared to Clover's 8.5. Users appreciate Lightspeed's low-stock alerts and multilocation inventory tracking, which help them manage stock levels effectively.
- Users on G2 highlight that Clover shines in credit card payments, achieving a score of 9.3, while Lightspeed Retail scores 8.6. Reviewers say Clover's seamless integration with various payment methods enhances customer satisfaction at checkout.
- G2 users report that Lightspeed Retail offers superior quality of support with a score of 7.9, compared to Clover's 7.2. Users mention that Lightspeed's support team is responsive and helpful, which is crucial for small businesses needing quick assistance.
- Reviewers mention that Clover provides better discount management features, scoring 9.1 against Lightspeed's 8.3. Users appreciate Clover's flexibility in applying discounts during transactions, which can drive sales during promotions.
- Users say that Lightspeed Retail's reporting and analytics features are highly rated at 8.8, equal to Clover's score, but Lightspeed's users report more comprehensive insights into sales trends and customer behavior, which aids in strategic decision-making.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Clover
No pricing availableLightspeed Retail
Lean
Starting at $69.00
For your essential business needs.
- Retail POS
- 1 Register
- Integrated Payments
Free Trial
Clover
No trial information availableLightspeed Retail
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.0
67
8.2
233
Ease of Use
8.4
67
8.5
233
Ease of Setup
7.9
31
8.1
135
Ease of Admin
7.4
31
8.4
136
Quality of Support
7.2
58
7.9
228
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.1
31
7.9
137
Product Direction (% positive)
7.3
66
7.5
226
Features by Category
POS
9.0
23
8.9
95
8.3
12
9.1
101
7.9
15
8.8
99
8.3
19
8.7
107
8.6
21
9.0
107
Marketing
8.5
8
8.0
60
7.5
8
7.4
48
Administration
8.5
12
9.1
101
8.1
14
8.6
78
8.8
20
8.8
104
7.9
8
7.7
69
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Payment Processing
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Payment Options
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Clover and Lightspeed Retail are categorized as Retail POS
Unique Categories
Lightspeed Retail has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Clover
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Lightspeed Retail
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Food & Beverages
16.7%
Retail
14.1%
Restaurants
9.0%
Consumer Services
6.4%
Legal Services
3.8%
Other
50.0%
Retail
48.4%
Apparel & Fashion
5.8%
Sporting Goods
4.7%
Consumer Goods
4.3%
Food & Beverages
3.6%
Other
33.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Clover
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Restaurants
I like most about Clover is the straightforward navigation view, easy to use.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Internet
The communication with BluePay employees isn't consistent. It can be great one day and then you may not get a response for a few weeks. I also think their processing fees and hidden fees are a big pain point with customers.
Lightspeed Retail
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Kelsey G.
Verified User in Retail
I like that creating an inventory from scratch was easy to configure with the way that they have set up the item matrices. There are so many ways to personalize and organize our inventory, and to then make changes to the inventory without much hassle. Our...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Brett T.
Verified User in Automotive
Our bike shop has been using Lightspeed for 5 years now, first with their Mac based software, and then with their cloud based software (Lightspeed Retail). There are many great things about the software, but on the whole I would not recommend a small...
Verified User in Restaurants
I like most about Clover is the straightforward navigation view, easy to use.
Kelsey G.
Verified User in Retail
I like that creating an inventory from scratch was easy to configure with the way that they have set up the item matrices. There are so many ways to personalize and organize our inventory, and to then make changes to the inventory without much hassle. Our...
Verified User in Internet
The communication with BluePay employees isn't consistent. It can be great one day and then you may not get a response for a few weeks. I also think their processing fees and hidden fees are a big pain point with customers.
Brett T.
Verified User in Automotive
Our bike shop has been using Lightspeed for 5 years now, first with their Mac based software, and then with their cloud based software (Lightspeed Retail). There are many great things about the software, but on the whole I would not recommend a small...
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Discussions
Have you seen huge returns for paying for text promos?
1 comment
GW
Sorry. No experience using the texting function in Clover.Read more
What is Clover software?
1 comment
GY
Clover software allows a business to have a virtual terminal when away from the business location where the main POS is located. Also allows access to...Read more
Clover has no more discussions with answers
What does the company Lightspeed do?
5 comments
JG
Manage inventory on a physical store, manage the Sales and the reporting for OnSite orders as the Retail Store Management SystemRead more
What are the key features of a POS system?
1 comment
GR
Lightspeed is very user friendly. The search tool is very handy. The option to show pictures of the items you are selling on the screen helps as a teaching...Read more
Lightspeed Retail has no more discussions with answers
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