QuickBooks POS Alternative

Ready to Switch Off QuickBooks POS?

Users of QuickBooks POS and retailers looking for a new POS can switch to Celerant’s point of sale. We’re offering one month free, discounted data conversion* and more.

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Currently Using QuickBooks POS?

QuickBooks Point of Sale Desktop is being discontinued. Here are some facts you should be aware of if you’re using QuickBooks Point of Sale software or thinking of using it.

New licenses will not be available after Oct. 3, 2023
New customers can no longer purchase licenses. Existing QuickBooks Point of Sale users can purchase new licenses until October 3, 2023.
Future versions will not be available
New versions of QuickBooks POS will not be available. That includes product updates and critical security patches.
Technical support will be discontinued
With QuickBooks POS end of life, you will receive technical support until October 3, 2023. After that date, tech support will not be available.
Intuit Merchant Services will be discontinued
In addition to its end-of-life, several connected services will be discontinued on October 3, 2023, including Intuit Merchant Services.

Why Switch to Cumulus Retail?

QuickBooks POS users can switch Cumulus Retail as an alternative point of sale software solution with a free data conversion* and more.

When used as an alternative to QuickBook POS, Cumulus Retail gives you the freedom to manage your business anywhere.

With a modern, user-friendly point of sale, you can access many out-of-box features and industry-specific functionality.

In addition, Celerant offers integrated eCommerce and mobile shopping apps, so you can manage your entire business as one. Using ONE system from ONE software vendor saves time, money and resources.

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Save Time and Sell More with All-in-One Retail Software

As Celerant’s lighter retail software solution, Cumulus Retail is designed to help independently-owned retailers more efficiently run their business, in-store and online, while enhancing digital marketing strategy.

‘Always On’ Hybrid POS

Ensure your store is never down and continue processing sales with a mobile point of sale, even when the internet is lost.

All-in-One Retail System

Expand your sales channels with eCommerce, mobile apps, online marketplaces and more- all in one, connected system.

Scalable Retail Software

Start small with a POS system meeting your needs now, add on as you grow, with a seamless upgrade path to Stratus Enterprise.

Vendor Integrations

Save time with catalog imports and automated ordering, while offering more products with online feeds and drop ship.

Personalized Marketing

Take email marketing to the next level with triggered emails within your software based on past purchases and preferences.

Professional SEO Services

Rank your website higher on search engines with professional and ongoing search engine optimization services.

FAQ: Common Questions about QuickBooks POS

1. When will QuickBooks POS be discontinued?

QuickBooks Point of Sale Desktop 19.0 is being discontinued and has reached end-of-life. As of February 8, 2023, new customers can no longer purchase licenses. Existing QuickBooks Point of Sale users do not need to panic just yet. You can continue to operate as usual, add new licenses, and receive technical support until October 3, 2023. After that date, you will need to find a new point of sale solution.

Learn More: » What’s Happening to QuickBooks Point of Sale and Options for Retailers

2. Can I use QuickBooks POS after Oct. 2023?

Yes, you can continue using QuickBooks Point of Sale. However, there are some important things to keep in mind. In addition to its end-of-life, several connected services will be discontinued on October 3, 2023. This includes:

QuickBooks payments
QuickBooks gift card services
Mobile sync
Webgility eCommerce integration
Vendor lookup service
Support plans (phone, email, chat)
Product updates (i.e. critical security patches)

Learn More: » QuickBooks POS Replacement and Top Point Of Sale Considerations

3. What are my options to switch off QuickBooks POS?

There are many options available for retailers looking for a QuickBooks POS alternative, including Celerant. If you’re using QuickBooks for accounting, some POS systems integrate with QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online. Celerant’s point of sale solution integrates with QuickBooks for accounting and supports most QuickBooks POS hardware, so you likely won’t need to replace computers and other equipment.

Learn More: » Which POS System is Right for You?

4. How do I transfer my data from QuickBooks POS to Cumulus Retail?

QuickBooks Point of Sale users can transition to Cumulus Retail by Celerant. We are offering an exclusive discount for QuickBooks Point of Sale users plus discounted data conversion to help you transfer your customer and product data from QuickBooks to Cumulus Retail. Our goal is to make your transition as seamless as possible.

Learn More: » QuickBooks Point of Sale has Reached End-Of-Life

5. What is the onboarding process for Cumulus Retail?

Your POS system transition will consist of a six step process, with a dedicated implementation manager guiding your project from start to finish. You’ll work closely with Celerant’s POS and eCommerce onboarding teams to ensure a timely and successful retail software implementation.

Learn More: » POS Onboarding and Go-Live Process