Payments
Dual Pricing vs. Cash Discount: What's Actually the Difference?
Cash discount, dual pricing, and surcharging all move your processing cost to the customer, but they carry different rules and read very differently to a guest.
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Best Food Truck POS Systems for 2026: Costs, Fees, and Features
Disclosure: Avocado builds point-of-sale software for food trucks and restaurants. We included Avocado in this guide, but we also evaluated other popular systems using the same criteria. Prices and terms below were checked on July 28, 2026 and can change. Always request a written quote before signing an agreement.
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Essential Questions to Ask When Choosing a POS System for Your Restaurant or Food Truck
Selecting the right point-of-sale (POS) system is one of the most critical technology decisions you'll make for your restaurant or food truck. The right system can streamline operations, boost efficiency, and help you grow your business, while the wrong choice can create headaches and drain your resources. Here are the essential questions you should ask before making your decision.
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What’s the Best POS for Food Trucks?
Running a food truck is no small feat. Between managing orders, tracking inventory, processing payments, and keeping customers happy—all from a compact mobile kitchen—food truck owners need technology that works as hard as they do. Enter Avocado POS: a revolutionary point-of-sale system that's changing the game for food trucks across the country.