SkyTab POS — purpose-built for restaurants
SkyTab is Shift4's flagship restaurant POS platform: a complete system that unifies front-of-house, back-office, online ordering, and payments. Our consultancy advises on, configures, and installs it for operators across the country.
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See SkyTab in action
Watch a quick overview of the restaurant POS platform and hardware workflow.
SkyTab hardware lineup
Three purpose-built devices on one platform — mix and match for your operation. Tap any device to see its benefits.
SkyTab POS
All-in-one countertop workstation built for the rigors of restaurant service.
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Key benefits
- 14" hi-res touchscreen with spill-resistant build
- Dual-screen ready for customer-facing display
- Offline mode keeps you running if the internet drops
- Pairs with kitchen printers, KDS, and cash drawers
SkyTab Air
Lightweight handheld for tableside ordering and pay-at-the-table.
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Key benefits
- EMV chip, contactless, Apple Pay & Google Pay
- Email & SMS digital receipts — pairs with any kitchen/receipt printer
- All-day battery with hot-swap charging dock
- Cuts table turn time by ~7 minutes per check
SkyTab Glass
Modern tablet POS for QSR counters, food trucks, and lean footprints.
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Key benefits
- Compact tablet form factor — fits any counter
- Same SkyTab platform as the full POS station
- Lower hardware cost for lean operations
- Ideal for QSR, food trucks, and pop-ups
SkyTab capabilities
A look at what's included with the platform we sell and install. Tap any card to learn more.
Online ordering & delivery
Commission-free direct ordering with built-in delivery network options.
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- Branded online ordering site connected straight to your POS
- Built-in delivery network — no per-order commission
- Menu, pricing, and 86'd items sync in real time
- Curbside, pickup, and dine-in flows out of the box
Pay-at-the-table
Mobile EMV, contactless, and tap-to-pay handhelds powered by Shift4 processing.
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- SkyTab Air handhelds with EMV chip + contactless
- Apple Pay, Google Pay, and tap-to-pay supported
- Tip suggestions, split checks, and email/SMS receipts
- Backed by Shift4's end-to-end encrypted processing
QR order & pay
Let guests scan, order, and pay from their phone — no app downloads required.
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- Unique QR per table — no app install required
- Guests order rounds and close out without flagging staff
- Auto-tipping and split-by-item built in
- Full menu modifiers, allergens, and upsells supported
Reservations & waitlist
Manage bookings, deposits, and the waitlist directly inside the POS.
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- Native reservations — no third-party subscription
- Collect deposits and enforce no-show policies
- SMS waitlist notifications for walk-ins
- Floorplan view ties bookings to actual tables
Loyalty & marketing
Branded loyalty programs, gift cards, and email/SMS campaigns built in.
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- Points, visit-based, or spend-based loyalty tiers
- Branded digital + physical gift cards
- Targeted email & SMS campaigns from guest data
- Auto-segments lapsed guests for win-back offers
Open integrations
Connect accounting, scheduling, inventory, and 3rd-party delivery apps.
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- QuickBooks, 7shifts, Restaurant365, MarginEdge, and more
- DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub menu + order sync
- Open API for custom integrations
- Single-vendor support — we help you wire it all up
Frequently asked questions
The questions we hear most often from operators evaluating SkyTab.
Get a quote tailored to your business
Pricing varies based on locations, hardware, and processing volume. As an authorized SkyTab partner, we secure direct pricing from Shift4's channel and pair it with independent fit advice — usually within 1 business day.
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