The last couple of years have been a horsepower-upgrade for POS hardware: commercial touchscreens got brighter and tougher, dual-screen POS monitor setups moved from “nice-to-have” to mainstream, and Android-based terminals blurred the line between tablet simplicity and enterprise reliability. Below I pick the best touchscreen POS monitor and dual-screen POS monitor options you’ll actually want to deploy in 2025 — with straight talk on features, price vs. value, and which businesses each suit best. 1) EloPOS System (Elo) — best premium touchscreen POS monitor for large-format counters Why it stands out: Elo’s purpose-built EloPOS line remains one of the few full-featured commercial POS touchscreen POS monitor systems that combines large panel sizes, modular expansion, and proven retail durability — ideal for boutique stores, full-service restaurants, and hospitality check-in desks. The product line now sits inside a larger hardware ecosystem after Elo was acquired by Zebra, which strengthens its enterprise channel and accessory support. Pros Big, bright commercial panels (21–22"+ options) and strong touch accuracy. Modular: add customer displays, payment readers, printers and an expansion hub without a custom build. Long lifecycle and enterprise support (good for multi-site rollouts). Cons Premium price — high upfront cost vs. generic monitors. Overkill for mobile or pop-up retail where portability matters. Best for: flagship retail counters, busy hotel front desks, and businesses that want an investment-grade touchscreen POS monitor with long-term support. 2) Posiflex GT Series (GT7115 / GT7116) — best all-around dual-screen POS monitor option Why it stands out: Posiflex has doubled down on slim-bezel, same-size dual displays and flexible mounts that make a dual-screen POS monitor setup easy to deploy on crowded countertops. Their GT series supports Intel-class CPUs for Windows deployments while offering customer-facing secondary displays that integrate neatly. Pros True same-size dual-screen capability (merchant + customer) with solid I/O for peripherals. Commercial build quality (spill resistant bezels, stable stands). Good balance of performance and expandability for medium/high transaction volumes. Cons Windows/Intel focus means higher power and cost than Android terminals. Secondary displays add footprint and cost; some integrations (customer UX) can require extra software. Best for: mid-sized retail and hospitality locations that want a professional dual-screen POS monitor without enterprise-level spend. 3) PAX A920 / A920Pro (and A920MAX family) — best Android-based touchscreen solution for mobility + countertop hybrid Why it stands out: PAX’s A920 family popularized the “tablet + payments” format and in 2025 the line includes larger merchant displays and customer-facing screens on certain models — a practical Android-first approach for quick-service, market stalls, and table service. These devices are useful when you want built-in payments, a printer, and touchscreen UX bundled together. Pros Android OS (easy app deployment) and PCI-certified payments in the same unit. Compact countertop or handheld use; some SKUs support a merchant + customer display arrangement. Cost-effective for businesses that want payments and POS in one box. Cons Smaller screens than large desktop monitors — not ideal where a full 15–22" interface is needed. Limited configurability compared with full PC-based POS terminals. Best for: food trucks, pop-ups, cafes, and hospitality where Android apps and integrated payments simplify workflows. 4) Sunmi dual-screen registers & Android POS tablets — best Android-centric dual-screen value Why it stands out: Sunmi and similar Android OEMs aggressively ship dual-screen, all-in-one POS registers (15.6" merchant + 11" customer or equal sizes) at price points far below branded enterprise hardware. The Android environment makes integration with cloud POS providers simple, and many Sunmi models expose a customer display API for marketing or digital receipts. Pros Excellent cost vs. features — you can get an integrated dual-screen POS monitor for a fraction of enterprise models. Android OS allows flexibility for Loyverse, Toast-style apps and custom apps. Built-in peripherals (printers, scanners) on some SKUs reduce accessory needs. Cons Quality and longevity vary by manufacturer — warranty/service networks aren’t as deep in some regions. Integrations with legacy Windows POS software can be trickier. Best for: small chains, cafes, and retailers who want a branded customer-facing display and Android app flexibility at a low to mid price point. 5) Dell / Off-the-shelf industrial touchmonitors (e.g., Dell 1515L) — best low-capex touchscreen monitor to pair with your PC POS Why it stands out: If you already run a PC-based POS, commercial touch monitors from mainstream vendors (Dell, ViewSonic, ELO’s lower-end 15-inch lines) give reliable touch performance without the premium shell of a purpose-built POS terminal. They’re a good choice when cost control and interchangeability matter. Pros Lower upfront hardware cost; easy to replace/upgrade. VESA mounts and standard I/O make them flexible. Good for customized Windows POS apps that benefit from a full PC. Cons No integrated customer display or payment hardware — you’ll need accessories. Not always as rugged as dedicated POS terminals (warranty/service varies). Best for: existing PC POS environments, kiosks, and businesses prioritizing low capex and flexibility. Cost vs. value — how to choose in 2025 If you want lowest TCO for a single-site café or pop-up: go Android (Sunmi or PAX). You’ll save on installation and can replace hardware cheaply. If you run multi-site retail with heavy transactions: invest in Elo or Posiflex class hardware for support, durability, and better lifecycle management. If you need a dual-screen POS monitor specifically to improve transparency and upsell (customer-facing video/ads/promotions), same-size dual displays (Posiflex and some Sunmi models) provide the cleanest look and easiest content management. Practical buying checklist Decide OS: Android = simpler apps and lower cost; Windows = legacy app compatibility and more PC power. Dual-screen needed? If customers need to confirm orders, see prices, or view promotions, choose a dual-screen POS monitor (same-size if aesthetics matter). Check I/O: cash drawer, multiple USB, serial for scanners/printers, Ethernet. Brightness & touch tech: 400 nits+ and PCAP (projected capacitive) touch for reliable fingerprint-free long shifts. Warranty & replacement: ensure spare units or depot repair for multi-site rollouts. Final verdict — my recommendations by business type   Flagship retail / hotel: EloPOS (invest for reliability, modularity, and vendor support). High-volume checkout with customer engagement: Posiflex GT-series (same-size dual-screen POS monitor, commercial durability). Mobile / small hospitality: PAX A920 family (Android + payments in one box). Budget dual-screen with modern features: Sunmi dual-screen registers (Android, great price/value). Low capex PC POS: Dell/standard industrial touchmonitors (pair with your PC POS for flexibility).