POS Tablet Mounting Options Shaping the Future of Point-of-Sale Counters

• How to Choose the Best POS Tablet Mount for Your Business
• Why POS Counters Are Evolving
• Understanding Tablet Mounts for POS Counters
• What to Look for in a POS Tablet Mount
• Choosing the Right POS Tablet Mount for Your Business
• Enhancing Customer Experience Through Tablet Placement
• Invest in a POS Tablet Mount That Works as Hard as Your Business

How to Choose the Best POS Tablet Mount for Your Business

Whether you're starting a festival food truck, adding DoorDash to your restaurant, or upgrading your hotel chain, having a POS system that works for your business and space is crucial, as is the POS tablet mount it's mounted on.

ARKON Mounts offers a wide range of POS mounting options to streamline your workflows, keep customers happy, and help your business thrive.

We look into all the available options and explain how upgrading your POS tablet mount can benefit your business.

Why POS Counters Are Evolving

Having the right point-of-sale tablet mounting option is just as important as the POS system software installed on it. Getting a secure mounting system for your tablets in your busy-as-hell takeout restaurant is critical so devices don't get knocked over, mounts don't fall off the wall, or worse, they're stolen from the countertop.

Having everything secure and positioned so that it's visible and within reach for you, your staff, or your customers makes a difference in how smoothly your restaurant or retail store runs. 

ARKON Mounts offers a wide range of modular POS tablet mounting options for every eventuality, from multi-device mounting options for managing multiple food delivery services to locking systems that securely mount a tablet to the wall for a self-service system.

Understanding Tablet Mounts for POS Counters

Space is always an issue for retail stores, hotels, and restaurants, especially in food kiosks where you've only a limited area to work with, so point-of-sale tablet mounting options have had to adapt and optimize the available counter space.

Most hotels, stores and restaurants use tablets (and sometimes smartphones) for POS because they're less bulky than desktop or traditional till systems. Often, tablets are wall-mounted to display menus or enable self-service ordering, so device security is critical.

If you're operating multiple devices for different functions, such as food delivery, sales, stock, or ordering, POS mounting systems with multiple mounts are essential for smooth operations across your business.

Finally, the way your mounting system is attached comes into play. If you need something secure and permanent, a LockVise™ POS Drill-Base Locking Tablet Mount is the ideal option, while the Slim-Grip® Tablet Holder Desk Stand features a weighted base and can be easily moved or stored at the end of the day.

What to Look for in a POS Tablet Mount

The ideal POS tablet mount depends on how your hotel or restaurant operates. There are several factors to consider when choosing a POS mount or a POS stand for a tablet.

• Device Type: Are you using tablets only, or do you need a mounting system that requires space for a smartphone, or both?
• Device Use: Do you require a single tablet? Or are you running a range of food delivery services that require different devices? Is your tablet used for a digital menu or self-service?
• Space Available: Do you have lots of countertop space, or are you limited? If so, a smaller, low-profile POS tablet mount is preferred. Or even wall-mounted to completely keep your counter space free.
• Security and Locking: If it's in the customer space, as a digital menu, or you're working from a food truck, do you need to lock your device so it's not easily stolen? Or does a quick-release system work better for your business and workflow?
• Mounting Method: Does it need to be permanently attached to the countertop or wall, or does a portable POS tablet mount work better so it can be easily moved during service or working days?
• Adjustability & Ergonomics: Can the tablet mount move easily? Can it swivel, tilt, rotate, or adjust height to suit staff and customers? This is especially important for shared workstations or long service hours.
• Cable Management & Power: Does the mount support internet cables, clean cable routing, or continuous charging? Poor cable management can create clutter, make the space look unprofessional, and slow down service.
• Durability & Environment: Will the mount be exposed to moisture, heat, grease, or outdoor kitchen environments, such as kitchens, food trucks, and outdoor cafes?
• Compatibility & Future-Proofing: As you upgrade your devices or work furniture, can you upgrade the POS mount without having to buy a brand new mount?
• Aesthetics & Brand Fit: Does the mount match your store or restaurant's aesthetic, keeping your counter looking clean and professional?
• Ease of Installation: Can you or your staff easily install the POS tablet mount, or do you need to hire a professional to safely attach it?
• Budget & Total Cost: Beyond the POS mount itself, do you need to consider costs for installation, replacement parts, or upgrades?

Choosing the Right POS Tablet Mount for Your Business

Selecting a POS tablet mount system can be a major headache for business owners. Choosing the right one to meet all your store or restaurant needs can feel daunting.

POS Tablet Mount for Desks and Countertops

For a simple POS tablet mounting system, the Slim-Grip® POS Tablet Stand is a great option. It comes with a weighted base, an adjustable arm that extends from 7.5" to 9.75", and a Slim-Grip® Ultra Pro Universal Tablet Holder, which can accommodate a wide range of tablet sizes, models, and brands thanks to the included interchangeable support legs. It also comes with a separate clamp for mounting on a countertop or other surface.

It’s also available with a drill-base mounting option for a permanent installation on your countertop or restaurant host stand.

If you don't need the clamp option and want to keep costs within budget, the simple Slim-Grip® Tablet Holder Desk Stand is perfect. Featuring a weighted base, a telescopic pole, and a tablet holder, which comes with interchangeable leg sizes to accommodate different tablet brands and model sizes.

POS Tablet Mount for Wall-Mounting and Pole-Mounting POS Options

For stores, hotels, and takeout restaurants that need clear countertops for self-check-in and digital menus, ARKON Mounts has you covered.

The LockVise™ POS Drill-Base Locking Tablet Mount features a secure locking tablet holder and drill base that can be easily fixed to a wall and keeps your tablet secure in high-traffic areas like music and food festivals or kiosks.

POS Tablet Mount for Security and Durability

For keeping your tablet safe, especially in high-traffic areas, or as an extra measure to prevent it from falling out of its holder, ARKON offers a range of locking tablet holders.

The LockVise™ POS Drill-Base Locking Tablet Mount is a simple POS tablet mounting system that locks your tablet in place and attaches to the wall or countertop with its secure, solid drill base.

For flexible positioning on your coffee shop countertop or kiosk, the LockVise™ POS Locking Tablet Stand includes an additional clamp for a more secure attachment. This is an ideal POS stand for a tablet, giving staff the freedom to adjust the height and angle.

POS Tablet Mount for Flexibility

Flexibility in POS mounting is key for some businesses and restaurants. Being able to move your POS device to the desired height and position can make a big difference. 

If you’re working in a small space with limited counter space, the ability to angle the device in front of you can be especially helpful, making a flexible POS tablet mount a smart solution.

The RoadVise® Phone Holder with Clamp Mount also features a 12" gooseneck, allowing you to secure and position a smartphone if you're using it as a POS system.

POS Tablet Mount for Multiple Devices

If you’re running multiple devices, whether for food delivery apps like DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub, or for multiple tasks such as check-in, seat allocation, and food ordering, one of ARKON Mounts' multi-tablet POS tablet holder mounts could be the perfect solution.

The LockVise™ POS Locking Tablet Mount with Triple Tablet Holders allow three stacked tablets, whereas the Tablet Holder and RoadVise® Phone Holder with Desk Stand lets you mount two devices side-by-side, perfect for holding a smartphone and tablet. This setup is ideal if you need multiple POS stands for tablets at a single station.

Enhancing Customer Experience Through Tablet Placement

Upgrading your POS tablet mount not only enhances your and your staff’s workflow, but also your customers' experience. Professionally mounted POS tablets give your business a fresh, professional look, and swiveling them helps build trust and clarity.

Faster checkout speeds and streamlined workflows can improve customer satisfaction, and by showing clear alternatives, upgrades, or add-ons to your customers' orders, you can offer upsell opportunities.

For some stores and restaurants, having POS tablets mounted on the wall for self-service options, menus, or in-store ordering is vital to the business. Some of ARKON's range of POS tablet mount systems can be securely wall-mounted, usually using a 4-hole AMPS mount.

The LockVise™ POS Drill-Base Locking Tablet Mount is perfect for this; it features a drill base for wall mounting and a locking tablet holder to keep your device safe and secure.

Invest in a POS Tablet Mount That Works as Hard as Your Business

From food trucks and hotel receptions to multi-store locations and festival food trucks, selecting the right POS tablet mount can truly enhance your business. From smoother workflows, easier staff operations, secure and protected devices, to opportunities for upselling, convenient self-ordering, and overall customer delight. 

Everything a business needs to succeed and grow. Your workspace can become more polished and professional, especially if it's a tighter countertop and POS tablets are now wall-mounted.

With ARKON Mounts' versatile POS tablet mount lineup, you’ll easily select the right POS tablet mount for your business. Whether you need security, mobility, or multi-device management, ARKON Mounts has you covered. What’s more, they offer a replacement parts service and a limited lifetime warranty for full peace of mind.

Upgrade your POS tablet mount today and revolutionize your POS spaces into secure, efficient, and customer-friendly stations. The future of point-of-sale is happening now; make sure your business is ready.