Flow POS – Point of Sale for WooCommerce
A modern, fast and developer-friendly WooCommerce POS plugin to run in-store sales directly from WordPress.
Use with caution
Flow POS works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Flow POS stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| point-of-sale | #98 |
| pos | >100 |
| retail pos | #17 |
| WooCommerce Point Of Sale | >100 |
| WooCommerce POS | >100 |
About Flow POS – Point of Sale for WooCommerce
From the official readme · v1.0.3Description
Flow POS is a modern Point of Sale (POS) system for WooCommerce that transforms your WordPress store into a powerful in-store sales solution.
Sell in physical locations using your existing WooCommerce products, customers and inventory — all fully synchronized in real time.
Built with performance and flexibility in mind, Flow POS is designed for both business owners and developers, offering a clean POS experience and a powerful architecture with hooks and extensibility.
Website: https://racmanuel.dev/plugins-wordpress/flow-pos/
👉 Try it on your own store or integrate it into your workflow in minutes.
Why Flow POS?
Unlike traditional POS plugins, Flow POS focuses on:
- ⚡ Speed and smooth checkout experience
- 🔄 Real-time WooCommerce synchronization
- 🧩 Modular architecture for scalability
- 🧑💻 Developer-friendly (hooks & filters)
- 🏪 Multi-store and multi-register ready
Whether you’re running a retail store or building solutions for clients, Flow POS adapts to your needs.
Core Features (Free)
- 🛒 Full POS checkout with WooCommerce order creation
- 💳 Multiple and split payments in a single sale
- 🧾 Cash register sessions (open / close tracking)
- 👤 Customer search and on-the-fly creation
- ⏸️ Suspended carts for paused transactions
- 📦 Real-time stock validation
- 📊 Sales summary after each transaction
- 📈 POS dashboard with operational KPIs
- 🎨 Customizable register interface (colors & UI)
- 🔌 Developer-ready architecture with hooks and filters
Pro Features
Buy today and support the evolution of Flow POS.
Flow POS already lets you start with a modern POS experience, and the vision is to evolve it into a complete platform for daily store operations.
Limited-time early adopter offer: Single Site Lifetime access for $289.99 USD. Applies to the Single Site plan.
Currently Available
- Multi-store support
- Multi-register support
- Modern POS interface
- Optimized sales workflow
- Multiple payments
- Split payments
- Discounts
- Fees
- Shipping
- Suspended carts
- Cash register closing
- Sound feedback
- Per-register color customization
- WooCommerce integration
- Inventory synchronization
- Ticket printing and customization
Recently Added
- ✅ Product scanning with webcam (v1.0.2)
In Development (Target: Mid-2026)
- Order management from the POS
- Customer management from the POS
- Inventory management from the POS
- Sales reports from the POS
- Cash flow reports from the POS
- Hooks and filters documentation
- A more complete operations experience
Throughout Q1 and Q2 2026, we will progressively release new capabilities that will take the system to a much more complete level.
In v1.0.2 we already delivered barcode scanning with webcam and real-time stock updates via SSE.
Between Q1 and Q2 2026, you will be able to start using tools such as order, customer, and inventory management directly from the POS, along with advanced reports, ticket printing, and further scanning capabilities.
These features will be enabled gradually so you can adopt them as they evolve while keeping your operation always active.
Built for Developers
Flow POS is not just a POS system — it’s a platform.
- Clean and modular architecture
- Extensible via hooks and filters
- Compatible with WooCommerce workflows
- Designed for customization and integrations
Developer docs (Hooks & Filters): https://racmanuel.dev/docs/flow-pos-point-of-sale-for-woocommerce/hooks-and-filters/
Perfect for agencies, SaaS builders and advanced WooCommerce projects.
Requirements
- WordPress 6.5 or higher
- WooCommerce installed and activated
- PHP 7.4 or higher
Installation
- Upload the plugin to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Make sure WooCommerce is installed and active.
- Go to Flow POS in the WordPress admin menu.
Frequently asked questions
Does Flow POS require WooCommerce?
Yes. Flow POS extends WooCommerce and uses it to manage products, customers and orders.
Can multiple cashiers use the POS at the same time?
Yes. Flow POS supports multiple registers and concurrent POS sessions.
Are POS sales stored as WooCommerce orders?
Yes. Every transaction is automatically created as a WooCommerce order.
Is Flow POS free?
Yes. The core plugin is 100% free. The Pro version is currently in development, with advanced features rolling out progressively throughout 2026.
Does Flow POS support multi-store and multi-register operations?
Yes. Flow POS is designed to support multi-store and multi-register workflows for growing retail operations.
Can I accept multiple and split payments in one sale?
Yes. Flow POS supports multiple payment methods and split payments within a single transaction.
Does Flow POS sync inventory with WooCommerce in real time?
Yes. Stock changes are synchronized with WooCommerce so your POS and online store stay aligned.
Can I pause a sale and resume it later?
Yes. You can use suspended carts to pause a transaction and continue it when the customer is ready.
Can I apply discounts, fees, and shipping from the POS?
Yes. Flow POS includes support for discounts, additional charges, and shipping adjustments during checkout.
Does Flow POS track cash register openings and closings?
Yes. Cash session workflows include register open/close tracking for daily operations.
Do POS sales affect WooCommerce reporting and order data?
Yes. Because POS transactions are saved as WooCommerce orders, they are reflected in your WooCommerce order and reporting flow.
Do I need special hardware to start using Flow POS?
No special hardware is required to get started. You can begin with your current WordPress + WooCommerce setup and add peripherals as needed.
What is included in Flow POS free today?
The free version includes core POS checkout, WooCommerce order creation, split payments, suspended carts, cash session handling, and inventory synchronization.
When will Pro features currently in development be available?
New Pro capabilities are planned for progressive release across Q1 2026 and Q2 2026, with broader operational depth targeted by mid-2026.
How will new Pro features roll out during 2026?
Features will be enabled gradually so stores can adopt improvements step by step without disrupting day-to-day operations.
Is there a limited-time lifetime price?
Yes. A limited-time early adopter offer is available: Single Site Lifetime access for $289.99 USD. Applies to the Single Site plan.
Where can developers find hooks and filters documentation?
Developer docs are available here: https://racmanuel.dev/docs/flow-pos-point-of-sale-for-woocommerce/hooks-and-filters/
Changelog
1.0.3
- New: Auto-flush rewrite rules for POS and login routes
- New: PWA home screen access support (improved service worker)
- New: iOS meta tags for add-to-home-screen experience
- Fixed: 404 error on POS route after permalink changes
- Fixed: 404 error on login route after permalink changes
- Improved: Service worker minimal fetch handler for PWA installability
1.0.2
- New barcode scanner with camera (html5-qrcode integration)
- Scanner sound feedback on barcode detection
- Admin dashboard panel with KPIs overview
- POS columns and filters in WooCommerce orders list
- Custom POS order status for pending carts
- Service worker and manifest for PWA support
- Stock validation with FOR UPDATE for race condition prevention
- Stock error toast notifications in cart and checkout
- Server-side cart cleanup cron for abandoned orders
- Admin panel access button from POS sidebar
- Improved cart suspension with store validation
- Fixed: stock release when voiding suspended carts
- Fixed: discount, fee and shipping validation with metadata persistence
- Fixed: register theme color persistence
- Fixed: customer display reset after payment
- Dead code cleanup and unused method removal
- Concurrency fixes in checkout and cart operations
- Database schema improvements in activator
1.0.1
- README updates (Pro roadmap, expanded FAQs, and links)
- Add add-ons on code for ready production
1.0.0
- Initial release
- POS checkout interface
- Split payments support
- Cash register sessions
- Suspended carts
- Customer management
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FAQ
Flow POS: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 27, 2026
Is Flow POS free?
Yes. Flow POS is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Flow POS safe to use in 2026?
Flow POS works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Flow POS?
Flow POS is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 561 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 66 times in the last 30 days.
Does Flow POS work with WordPress 7.1?
Flow POS is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Flow POS need?
Flow POS requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Flow POS last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on May 26, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes Flow POS?
Flow POS is developed and maintained by racmanuel.dev.
What are the best alternatives to Flow POS?
The most popular alternatives to Flow POS are WCPOS (5K+ installs), PayPal POS for WooCommerce (4K+ installs) and wePOS (2K+ installs).
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