Choose Floreant POS if…
you want free software you control, you (or someone you hire) are comfortable installing and maintaining Java software on your own computers, and you need touch-screen terminals, kitchen printers, a kitchen display and cash drawers — with community support.
Choose HisaabNow if…
you want to start billing in minutes on a phone or computer without installing or maintaining anything, with Indian GST bills, Hindi voice billing, udhaar with WhatsApp reminders and the real profit on every dish.
Side-by-side
| HisaabNow | Floreant POS | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Billing / POS web app for Indian salons, cafés, restaurants, sweet shops and kirana stores | Open-source restaurant POS software you install yourself |
| Cost | 7-day free trial (no card). Restaurant plans: Pro ₹499/month, King ₹799/month (as listed on the restaurant page) | Free to download and use, with source code; a paid PRO version adds plugins such as inventory, floor plan and delivery |
| Setup | Open in a browser on your phone or computer — nothing to install | Install on any Java-supported computer (Windows, Linux, Mac, Raspberry Pi); embedded database |
| Restaurant features | Table-wise billing, KOT printing, recipe costing | Table management, kitchen display, kitchen printers, cash drawer, touch-screen terminals |
| Indian GST bills | GST bills with HSN codes and CGST/SGST/IGST | Check the Floreant documentation for how to set up Indian GST invoices |
| Voice billing in Hindi | Yes | Not listed |
| Profit per dish | Yes — recipe cost deducted on every bill | Inventory is a PRO plugin |
| Customer tools | Customer list, udhaar khaata with WhatsApp reminders, WhatsApp receipts | Not listed |
| Support | WhatsApp support | Free community support and documentation |
Where Floreant POS is stronger
- Free and open source. No subscription, and you can change the code or hire someone to extend it.
- Runs on your own hardware with an embedded database, including low-cost machines like a Raspberry Pi.
- Classic restaurant hardware — touch-screen terminals, kitchen printers, kitchen display and cash drawers.
Where HisaabNow is stronger
- Nothing to install or maintain. Start billing from your phone the same day; updates happen for you.
- Made for Indian shops — GST bills with HSN codes and CGST/SGST splits, udhaar khaata with WhatsApp reminders, WhatsApp receipts.
- Hindi voice billing and real profit per dish on every bill.
- Support over WhatsApp instead of community forums.
The real cost of "free"
Floreant itself costs nothing, but you still need a computer at the counter, time to install and configure it, and someone to fix things when they break. If you are comfortable with that, it is a solid choice. If you would rather run the shop than the software, a hosted app like HisaabNow is usually easier.
Sources
- Floreant POS — official website
- HisaabNow website — features and plans as listed on each business page
Checked on 26 September 2026. Software features and prices change often — please confirm on each vendor's own website before deciding. All product names are trademarks of their respective owners; HisaabNow is not affiliated with them. Spotted something out of date? Tell us on WhatsApp and we'll correct it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Floreant POS really free?
Yes. Floreant POS is open source and free to download and use. A paid PRO version adds plugins such as inventory, floor plan and delivery.
What do I need to run Floreant POS?
A computer that runs Java — Windows, Linux, Mac or even a Raspberry Pi. It uses an embedded database, so it does not need an internet connection to run.
Is HisaabNow a good Floreant POS alternative?
If you want to bill from a phone without installing anything, with Indian GST bills, Hindi voice billing and profit per dish, yes. If you want free software you fully control and can maintain yourself, Floreant is a good option.
Does HisaabNow have a free trial?
Yes — 7 days with every feature, no card needed.