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Best Live Shopping Platforms for Retailers (2025)

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

With ecommerce and physical retail merging faster than ever, live shopping has become a critical tool for brands that want to boost engagement and drive sales instantly.

Whether you're selling from a brick-and-mortar store or through your POS-connected online shop, the right live shopping platform makes all the difference.

I tested and researched 12 live shopping platforms, ran product demos, and reviewed integration features with POS systems like Shopify, Square, and Lightspeed.

Based on performance, user experience, and retail compatibility, I’ve shortlisted the top 5 live shopping platforms for 2025.

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Shopify vs SamCart: Which Is Better for Selling Online?

Richard Protheroe
Articles Shopify

Shopify and SamCart are two major players in the ecommerce space, but they serve very different types of businesses.

We’ve reviewed their features, pricing, ease of use, sales tools, and more — especially with a focus on retail and point-of-sale (POS) businesses — to help you decide which one is right for you.

Here’s our verdict upfront:

Shopify is the better choice for retail stores, physical product sellers, and businesses using POS systems.

SamCart is best suited for digital product sellers, coaches, and creators who want high-converting sales pages without running a full online store.

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RFID Tag Price: What Retailers Should Really Expect to Pay in 2025

Richard Protheroe
Articles

If you’re thinking about using RFID technology in your store, you’re probably wondering what the actual cost is.

You might have heard that RFID tags are expensive, or maybe you’ve seen prices all over the place—from a few cents to a few dollars per tag—and now you’re just confused. That’s fair.

The truth is: RFID tag prices vary depending on the type of tag, the volume you buy, and how you use them.

So if you're in retail and wondering how much is an RFID tag—or if you're trying to figure out the full RFID tag cost including all the extras—this guide is for you.

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SpotOn POS vs Clover: Which One’s Better for Your Retail Business?

Rebekah Carter
Articles POS Comparisons

After testing both SpotOn and Clover POS across multiple retail environments, I’ve had hands-on experience with what each system actually offers — beyond the marketing buzz.

If you're trying to decide between the two, here’s the short answer:

Clover is better if you want sleek hardware with flexible apps and don’t mind slightly higher fees.

SpotOn is better if you want local support, lower transaction costs, and stronger customer service.

Both are solid, but one may fit your setup better depending on your needs. Let’s break it down.

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SpotOn POS vs Toast POS: Which One Is Right for You?

Rebekah Carter
Articles POS Comparisons

SpotOn and Toast are two of the most talked-about POS systems on the market today.

I’ve spent weeks hands-on with both, testing them across restaurant setups, hybrid models, and traditional retail spaces.

Quick answer: SpotOn is better if you’re a retail business or operate a hybrid retail/restaurant model. Toast wins if you run a full-service restaurant or food truck.

In this head-to-head review, I’ll break down how each system performs across pricing, features, ease of use, payments, integrations, and more.

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SpotOn POS vs Square POS: Which One’s Right for Your Business?

Rebekah Carter
Articles POS Comparisons

Quick Answer
If you’re in retail and want a sleek, simple POS that’s fast to set up, Square POS is your best bet.

But if you’re in hospitality and need deeper features, better support, and more flexibility, SpotOn POS might be the stronger choice.

I’ve used and tested both SpotOn and Square across different business settings—from quick-service coffee shops to full-scale retail stores and sit-down restaurants.

Here’s a full breakdown of how they compare in pricing, sales features, payments, support, and more.

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Lavu POS vs Spoton POS: Which Retail System Is Worth Your Time and Money?

Rebekah Carter
Articles POS Comparisons

After testing both systems in real-world retail setups, here’s the short answer: Spoton POS is the better choice if you're running a modern, growth-focused retail store.

Lavu POS is still a good option for small hybrid retailers, especially those with food or service elements, but it doesn’t quite match Spoton’s depth in features, integrations, and marketing tools.

Let’s break it down in detail.

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Shopify Shipping Rates: How I Saved Thousands by Getting This Right

Rebekah Carter
Articles Shopify

Quick Answer: Shopify shipping rates are the fees charged to customers at checkout for delivering their order. You can choose to offer real-time carrier rates, flat rates, or free shipping—each has its own pros, cons, and impact on your retail margins.

After more than 10 years in retail and managing dozens of Shopify stores, I can confidently say this: most retailers lose money on shipping not because of high rates—but because they don’t understand how Shopify shipping actually works.

I’ve made the same mistakes, and it cost me. But once I figured it out, I turned one of my biggest cost centers into a profitable part of the business.

Let me show you how.

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