WebpinnPOS vs Shopify POS

How WebpinnPOS and Shopify POS compare for Kenyan shops.

A factual comparison for Kenyan retailers. Both systems integrate with Shopify, but they are built for different markets.

This comparison was last checked in July 2026. Pricing and features may have changed. Verify with each provider before purchasing.

WebpinnPOS is stronger for

Kenyan businesses that need native M-Pesa payments, WooCommerce sync, local pricing in KES, an online booking system, and Kenya-based support.

Shopify POS is stronger for

Businesses whose primary channel is their Shopify store, who need Shopify-native product management, or who already use the Shopify ecosystem and do not require M-Pesa.

At a glance

WebpinnPOS

  • Native M-Pesa STK Push (Paybill and Till)
  • Two-way Shopify inventory sync
  • Two-way WooCommerce inventory sync
  • Pricing from KES 1,500/month
  • Built and supported in Kenya
  • Online booking system with M-Pesa deposits
  • QuickBooks and ERP sync, with Xero coming soon
  • Products must be created in Shopify first

Shopify POS

  • Native Shopify product and customer management
  • Seamless push/pull with Shopify online store
  • Robust offline mode
  • Customer sync with Shopify
  • Discount and returns sync
  • $89/month (POS Pro). Priced in USD
  • M-Pesa not supported natively
  • WooCommerce not supported

Full feature comparison

Features marked ✓︎ are confirmed. Features marked ✗︎ are not available natively. A third-party integration may exist. Notes explain where the situation is more nuanced.

FeatureWebpinnPOSShopify POS
Payments
M-Pesa STK Push (Daraja)✓︎✗︎Not natively supported. Requires third-party payment app (Pesapal, IntaSend, DPO Group).
M-Pesa Paybill support✓︎✗︎Via third-party only.
M-Pesa Till Number support✓︎✗︎Via third-party only.
Cash payments✓︎✓︎
Card payments✓︎✓︎Shopify Payments not available in Kenya. Requires third-party card terminal.
Ecommerce integration
Shopify inventory sync✓︎Two-way sync via Shopify Admin API.✓︎Native, Shopify POS is Shopify's own product.
WooCommerce / WordPress sync✓︎Two-way sync via WooCommerce REST API.✗︎
Shopify online order stock deduction✓︎✓︎
Product push from POS to Shopify✗︎Products must be created in Shopify first, then imported to WebpinnPOS.✓︎
Customer sync with Shopify✗︎✓︎
Local market
Built for Kenya✓︎✗︎Shopify POS is built for North America, UK, and Australia primarily.
KES pricing✓︎✗︎Pricing in USD. Shopify POS Pro is $89/month.
Kenya-based support✓︎✗︎
Point of sale features
Multi-branch management✓︎✓︎
Shift management✓︎✗︎
Expense tracking✓︎✗︎
Customer loyalty points✓︎✓︎Via Shopify apps. Not native to Shopify POS.
Barcode scanning✓︎✓︎
Booking system
Built-in appointment booking✓︎✗︎Available via third-party Shopify apps (e.g. Sesami, Tipo).
M-Pesa deposits at booking✓︎✗︎
Staff scheduling✓︎✗︎
Accounting integrations
QuickBooks Online✓︎✓︎Via third-party connector apps.
Xero✗︎Coming soon.✓︎Via third-party connector apps.
Affiliate programme

Which product is right for your business?

Choose WebpinnPOS if

  • Your customers pay via M-Pesa and you need STK Push at the till
  • You have a WooCommerce store and a physical shop that need to share inventory
  • You have a Shopify store but also need WooCommerce or M-Pesa
  • You want an online booking system in the same platform as your POS
  • You want pricing in KES and Kenya-based support via WhatsApp
  • You need QuickBooks accounting sync
  • You run multiple branches with separate stock and staff

Choose Shopify POS if

  • Your primary revenue channel is your Shopify online store
  • You need seamless product creation and management within Shopify
  • You need full customer record sync between online and in-store
  • You need Shopify discount codes and returns to flow through your POS
  • You do not need M-Pesa and your customers pay by card
  • You already use the full Shopify ecosystem (Shopify Payments, Shopify Markets, etc.)

Shopify POS limitations to know

  • M-Pesa is not supported natively. Requires a third-party payment app
  • Shopify Payments (card processing) is not available in Kenya
  • WooCommerce integration does not exist
  • No built-in online booking system
  • Priced in USD, exchange rate risk for Kenyan businesses
  • Support is not Kenya-based, no WhatsApp support

Try WebpinnPOS free for 14 days

Connect your Shopify or WooCommerce store, set up M-Pesa, and run your first sale. All in the same day.

No credit card required. Questions? WhatsApp us on +254 772 408 115