Shopolo vs Clover

Clover alternative for gift cards
and loyalty — no hardware needed

Clover is a hardware-first POS system. Its gift card and loyalty features are tied to Clover hardware and often require third-party apps. Shopolo gives you digital gift cards, loyalty, and ordering with no hardware at all.

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FeatureShopoloClover
Gift cardsIncluded — sell online from any linkClover Gift Cards add-on — hardware integration required
Loyalty programIncluded in all plansAvailable via Clover app market (third-party, extra cost)
Online ordering0% commission on ordersClover Online Ordering — monthly fee + payment processing rate
Appointment bookingIncludedAvailable via third-party apps in Clover app market
Email campaignsIncludedAvailable via third-party integrations (Mailchimp, etc.)
Hardware requiredNoneClover hardware required for most features ($49–$1,649)
Monthly software feeStarts at $29/moStarts at $14.95/mo (Starter) up to $114.85/mo (Advanced)
Payment processingStripe direct to your bankFirst Data / Fiserv — tied to Clover hardware
Table reservationsIncludedThird-party app required

Pricing sourced from public Clover and Shopolo plan pages. Subject to change.

Clover locks you into hardware. Shopolo doesn't.

Clover gift cards require Clover hardware

Clover's physical gift card program is designed to work with Clover's card terminals and hardware. You can't easily sell digital gift cards from a standalone link the way you can with Shopolo.

Clover loyalty comes from third-party apps

Clover's app market has loyalty options, but they're third-party add-ons with their own pricing and integrations. Shopolo's loyalty program is built-in, with no separate accounts or fees.

Clover hardware costs $49–$1,649 upfront

Clover's hardware ranges from the $49 card reader to the $1,649 Clover Station. Shopolo requires no hardware purchase — ever. If you already have a POS for in-person payments, Shopolo handles the online side.

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