Switch to Winston

Switch to a POS that works for you

Is your POS holding you back? Winston is modern, easy to learn and runs on the hardware you already have. Keep your payment processor, and let a local dealer handle the switch.

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Why restaurants switch

3 reasons restaurants switch to Winston

Freedom, not lock-in

Choose your own payment processor and hardware. Winston works with the processor of your choice and runs on iOS, Android and Windows.

Easy from day one

A modern, user-friendly POS that new staff pick up fast. Change your menu, prices and floor plan yourself, any time.

A local expert by your side

A carefully selected local dealer installs Winston, trains your team and gives fast, reliable support whenever you need it.

“Winston offers exactly what we needed: a user-friendly, intuitive system with truly outstanding customer service.”

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A smooth switch

Switching is handled for you

Your local Winston dealer takes care of the switch, from installation to training. You keep serving guests.

  • Installed on site by a certified local dealer who knows restaurants.
  • Your data comes along. Your dealer migrates your menu and settings from your old POS.
  • Or import it yourself: Winston AI turns photos or PDFs of your menu into products, categories and prices.
  • Your team, trained. Your dealer trains your staff, so everyone is ready on day one.
Room to grow

Ready for what comes next

Start with the POS, and add what your restaurant needs when it needs it. Everything works together in one system.

  • Online ordering with DoorDash and Uber Eats orders coming straight into Winston.
  • QR code self-ordering so guests can order from the table.
  • Reservations, loyalty and gift certificates, built into the same POS.
  • Clear reports in the back office, and Winston AI to answer questions about your numbers.
Always on

Say goodbye to downtime

A busy Friday night is the worst time for your POS to stop. With Winston, it keeps going.

  • Works offline. Keep taking orders and payments when the internet drops.
  • Store & Forward keeps your card payments working without internet.
  • In the cloud: update your menu and see your numbers from anywhere.
  • Updates included. New features are always included in the price.
How switching works

From your old POS to Winston in four steps

  1. 1

    Tell us about your restaurant

    Fill out the form and we connect you with the nearest Winston dealer.

  2. 2

    See Winston in action

    Your dealer shows you Winston and checks which of your hardware you can keep.

  3. 3

    Installation and migration

    Your dealer installs Winston and moves your menu and data over from your old POS.

  4. 4

    Go live with your team

    Your staff are trained, and your dealer stays on hand for day-to-day support.

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FAQ

Questions about switching to Winston

Can I keep my current hardware?

In most cases, yes. Winston runs on iOS, Android and Windows, on terminals, tablets and handhelds. Your dealer checks your devices against the minimum requirements on our hardware page.

Do I have to change payment processor?

No. Winston is payment processor agnostic, so you can keep the processor and rates that work for you. Or pick a new one, if you like.

Who moves my menu and data over?

Your local Winston dealer. They migrate your data from your old POS to Winston. Want to do part of it yourself? Winston AI imports your menu from photos or PDFs in minutes.

Will my team need training?

Your dealer trains your team on site, so everyone is comfortable with Winston in no time. Winston is easy to learn, which helps with new staff too.

What if the internet goes down?

You keep taking orders and payments. Store & Forward keeps your card payments working without internet, so your floor keeps moving.

How much does Winston cost?

Low license fees, plus freedom in payment processor and hardware, keep Winston competitive. Updates and new features are always included. Your local dealer gives you a quote for your restaurant.

Ready to switch?

Tell us about your restaurant, and we will connect you with the nearest Winston dealer.

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