Monthly subscription or one-time purchase?
A one-time system may appear attractive because the initial payment is easy to understand. But ask whether updates, backups, remote access, support and adding devices are included. If the system is tied to one computer, replacing or repairing that machine may create extra work.
A monthly cloud subscription spreads the software cost over time and usually keeps the business on the current service. The important questions are what the subscription includes, how renewal works and whether the provider can support your growth.
Calculate the total cost, not only the software fee
- Software: monthly, annual or one-time licence.
- Hardware: computer, tablet, barcode scanner and receipt printer where required.
- Setup: business configuration and initial data entry.
- Training: owner, cashier and administrator guidance.
- Support: who helps, through which channel and during what hours?
- Growth: the cost of more users, another branch or higher usage.
Also consider the cost of staying manual: unexplained stock loss, missed debts, slow reporting, duplicate work and decisions made without current figures.
ALIDINA POS pricing
ALIDINA POS uses branch and user limits to keep pricing clear. All paid packages unlock the core business features, including sales, stock, customers, debtors, expenses, vendors, purchases and reports.
| Package | Monthly fee | Branches | Total users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | UGX 50,000 | 1 | 2 |
| Business | UGX 85,000 | 1 | 5 |
| Business Plus | UGX 150,000 | 2 | 12 |
Pricing shown as of July 2026. Contact ALIDINA POS to confirm the current offer and requirements before subscribing.
How to choose the right package
Count everyone who needs their own login, including the owner. Then consider your next 6 to 12 months. A two-user package may be perfect for an owner and cashier, while a growing team may need five users from the start. If the business already operates two locations, choose a package designed for branch access instead of forcing both branches into an unclear setup.
Do not pay for a bigger plan only because you fear losing important features. With ALIDINA POS, the core feature set is available across the paid packages; the practical decision is the number of branches and people who need access.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a POS system in Uganda?+
Prices vary by software model, hardware, users, branches, setup and support. ALIDINA POS starts at UGX 50,000 per month for one branch and two users.
What is included in the ALIDINA POS Starter package?+
Starter includes the core business features for one branch and up to two total users at UGX 50,000 per month.
Do cheaper ALIDINA POS packages lose core features?+
No. All paid business packages include the core business features. Pricing is differentiated mainly by the number of users and branches.