We compared pricing, features, BIR compliance, and support. Here's the honest breakdown so you can choose the right POS for your Philippine MSME.
Scores based on: pricing, BIR compliance, industry coverage, setup time, local support, contract terms, feature depth, and hardware flexibility.
| Category | EngagePOS | StoreHub |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price (Philippines) | ₱50/day (₱18,250/yr) | ~₱2,500–₱3,500/month (₱30,000–₱42,000/yr) |
| BIR Compliance (Philippines) | ✓ Built-in | Partial / requires add-on |
| Setup Time | Live in 24 hours | 2–5 business days |
| Free Setup & Onboarding | ✓ Included in all plans | ✗ Paid onboarding |
| Long-Term Contract | No contracts — annual billed daily | Annual contract required |
| Restaurant POS | ✓ Full table + KDS + billing | ✓ Available |
| Retail POS | ✓ Barcode, inventory, stockouts | ✓ Core strength |
| Laundry Shop POS | ✓ Weight pricing, garment tracking | ✗ Not available |
| Service Business POS (salons, repair) | ✓ Job orders, appointments | ✗ Limited |
| Sari-Sari / Grocery POS | ✓ ₱50/day Basic plan | ✗ Not suited |
| Multi-Branch Support | ✓ Centralized dashboard | ✓ Available |
| Cloud / Offline Access | ✓ Cloud + offline mode | ✓ Cloud |
| Hardware Requirements | Any Android tablet or browser | Specific hardware recommended |
| Filipino Support Team | ✓ Philippines-based, Filipino staff | Regional support (Malaysia-based) |
| Free Android Tablet (Premium) | ✓ ₱8,000 tablet with Premium plan | ✗ |
| Self-Service Kiosk Add-on | ✓ ₱36,895 one-time | Not available for PH MSMEs |
| Promo / Discount Management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sales Reports & Analytics | ✓ Daily revenue dashboard | ✓ Strong analytics |
Last updated October 2026. Pricing and features verified against public information. StoreHub pricing in PHP is estimated from USD/RM rates and publicly listed plans.
The biggest difference isn't features — it's price. For a small Filipino MSME, that gap can mean 1–2 months of operating capital.
We believe in honest comparisons. StoreHub is a strong product for specific use cases — here's when it might suit you better:
If any of those sound like you, StoreHub is worth evaluating. But for the vast majority of Philippine MSMEs — restaurants, retail shops, laundromats, service businesses — EngagePOS is a better fit at a fraction of the price.
Yes — significantly. EngagePOS starts at ₱50/day (₱18,250/year). StoreHub Philippines pricing is estimated at ₱2,500–₱3,500/month (₱30,000–₱42,000/year), making EngagePOS roughly 40–55% cheaper for an equivalent annual subscription.
Yes. BIR compliance is built into every EngagePOS plan at no extra charge. StoreHub may require a separate add-on or manual configuration for Philippine BIR requirements.
Correct — EngagePOS has a dedicated laundry shop module with weight-based pricing, garment tracking, pickup/delivery scheduling, and daily revenue reports. StoreHub is primarily built for retail and does not have a laundry management module.
StoreHub is primarily cloud-based. EngagePOS supports offline mode, which is critical for Philippine MSMEs in areas with intermittent connectivity.
EngagePOS businesses typically go live within 24 hours, with a free onboarding call included. StoreHub typically requires 2–5 business days and may charge for onboarding services.
No. EngagePOS runs on any Android tablet, smartphone, or browser. You can use a device you already own. StoreHub recommends specific hardware configurations, which adds to upfront cost.
Yes. EngagePOS is built and supported by a Filipino team, with local support in Philippine time zones. StoreHub is headquartered in Malaysia with regional support covering Southeast Asia.
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