Ipad mandatory to run a shop with 1500 items?

[theolivesparrow]

Been using square through my phone for a few years -- now I'm at a point to add my large inventory to a POS system. Getting a MacAir laptop to help with the business, am I correct that to produce itemized inventory management, I will also have to purchase an ipad?

I also want to get a receipt printer and bar-code reader to help customers check out.

[Chad]

Hello @theolivesparrow, welcome to the Seller Community! 

You can use inventory management on a mobile device like an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy! 

Although, to use a bar code scanner you will need an iPad, Square Register, or a specific Android tablet. 

A few helpful articles you should check out:

1. Connect Bar Code Scanners to Square Point of Sale
2. Import Items Online
3. Create and Manage Items Online