mPower Beverage vs. Bottle POS: Your Best Choice

Expert mixologists know there’s a difference between a margarita made with a good tequila and a margarita made with a great tequila.

When it comes to choosing a liquor store point of sale (POS) solution, the same principle is true. A good system can get the job done — but a great one can truly take your liquor store to the next level.

In this blog, we’ll compare two of the most popular liquor store POS systems: mPower Beverage and Bottle POS. Let’s dive into their features, pricing, and reviews to help you make the right decision for your business.

mPower Beverage vs. Bottle POS: A Quick Comparison

Here’s the bottom line: mPower Beverage and Bottle POS have a lot in common. They’re both specialty POS solutions designed for wine, beer, and liquor stores, so they share several features, including:

• Age verification: Scan customers’ IDs to prevent underage alcohol sales and protect your liquor license.
• Loyalty program: Create customer profiles, track purchase history, and let customers earn points and rewards.
• Case breaking: Track alcohol inventory by the case or bottle for clearer records and less confusion.
• Flexible promotions: Ensure mix and match, buy one, get one (BOGO), and category or product-specific discounts are automatically applied at checkout.
• Cloud-based functionality: Access your POS software and manage your liquor store from anywhere — no on-premise servers required.
• Reporting: Both systems include tools for sales and compliance-related reporting to help you learn about your customers and stay prepared for liquor store audits.

However, these liquor POS systems have different use cases. Here’s who should consider mPowerBeverage versus Bottle POS:

Bottle POS is best if you want:

• Powerful inventory automation features
• To sell online or through delivery apps like DoorDash
• Flexible pricing options
• A well-reviewed, thoroughly vetted solution

mPower Beverage is best if you want:

• Texas-specific compliance reporting features
• In-depth wine descriptions and categorizations
• One flat price

Now, let’s take a deeper dive into each solution’s unique features, support, pricing, and reviews.

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1. Features

Bottle POS and mPower Beverage share key features like cloud-based access, age verification, and case-break inventory counts — but each includes a few unique tools, too.

Bottle POS includes:

• Delivery app integration: Expand your reach and sell online using Bottle POS’ seamless connection with DoorDash.
• Automated purchase orders: Keep customers favorite spirits in stock and save 10+ hours per week by automating the purchase order generation and receiving processes.
• AI-powered reporting: Discover your bestselling bottles and spot which ones are costing you money with Bottle POS’ automated ranking feature.

mPower Beverage includes:

• Built-in TABC reporting: Stay compliant with Texas’ liquor laws with mPower Beverage’s TABC reporting, sticker, and RITS integration.
• In-depth item descriptions: Maintain detailed notes on specialty liquors or fine wines.
• Suggested ordering: Spot low-stock bottles with mPower Beverage’s suggested order quantities.

Every liquor store has different needs, so consider which features are most important to you. For example, if you’re struggling to comply with Texas’ complex liquor laws, mPower Beverage might be a good fit. If you’re tired of running out of your customers’ go-to bottles while others collect dust, Bottle POS’ advanced inventory management features can help.

Free Resource: Liquor Store POS Checklist: 10 Must-Have Features

2. Support

When your software crashes during the Friday night rush, you want access to a reliable, responsive, and knowledgeable customer support team to get you back to making sales as soon as possible.

Bottle POS offers 24/7 technical support, so you’ll get expert assistance whenever you need it — even outside of regular business hours. We also offer remote, personalized training with screen sharing to make the most of your new POS system.

mPower Beverage offers phone and email support from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST. This means you’ll have to deal with technical issues on your own late in the evening — which is when liquor stores usually get busy.

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3. Cost

Now, let’s answer what every small business owner wants to know: Which one offers better value for your money?

Let’s start with Bottle POS. We offer flexible pricing plans to meet every liquor store owner’s needs and budget. Here’s a quick breakdown:

• Hardware: You can bring your own hardware or purchase one of our affordable packages that includes a commercial-grade touchscreen computer, age verification scanner, and more.

• Payment processing: We offer a flat rate, an interchange plus model, or dual pricing, which is our most popular payment processing option.

• Software: We offer tiered subscriptions to grow with your business. Smaller stores on a tight budget can opt for our starter option, while multilocation stores might want to upgrade to our premium option. Check out the tiers.

Now, let’s look at mPower Beverage POS:

• Hardware: mPower Beverage charges $1,000 up front for a new register.

• Payment processing: mPower Beverage does offer integrated payment processing, but there are no details available on their website — you’ll have to get in touch with their sales team.

• Software: You’ll pay $120/month for each register.

In short, mPower Beverage offers a single pricing package, while Bottle POS offers a more flexible solution for liquor stores with varying needs.

4. Reviews

Finally, you need to hear from other liquor store owners before making your decision.

Let’s take a look at what the reviews say, starting with Bottle POS. Bottle POS has 668 reviews on Trustpilot and a 4.8-star rating (as of February 2026). Here’s a snippet from one happy customer:

I had several questions today, and [the support team] was awesome. They listened intently to fully understand my questions and tackled each question with a very professional attitude… Awesome POS System and BottleZoo website, I know my business will grow with these great products that they have that I am making good use of. — Penny

Now, let’s look at mPower Beverage. They have fewer reviews online, with seven reviews and a 4.1-star rating on Software Advice as of February 2026. Here’s what one reviewer had to say:

The technical support team is extremely responsive each time we call with an issue. The price of this software, along with the invaluable support offered at an annual fee, and the daily back-up is a bargain! We definitely will be continuing with this software. — Maureen

If you’re looking for a POS system that’s been thoroughly vetted by other business owners in the liquor industry, Bottle POS might be a safer choice.

Start Your Bottle POS Journey Today

Ready to get started with a liquor POS system that’s right for your store? The next step is to schedule a live, personalized demo.

We’ll show you around the software, answer your questions, and take a deep dive into the features that matter most — like inventory management, compliance reporting, and age verification.

Schedule your demo with one of our liquor industry experts today!