The project dashboard is a free tool that is only available to verified hoteliers to make adopting new technology easier by streamlining their research and simplifying their communication workflow.
TLDR
We analyzed 31 verified hotelier reviews, compared feature sets, pricing, and real-world case studies to break down where each platform delivers. The right choice depends on your property type and priorities:
LCR Systems shines .
Shiji Group shines in ease of use and customer support , with exclusive features like Sales Reporting and Employee Reporting and Management.
Side-by-side ratings based on 31 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 31 verified reviews, LCR Systems users most value its , while Shiji Group users highlight user-friendliness, operational efficiency, integration of systems. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Hotel POS Systems vendors for different property sizes, types, and regions — based on verified reviews from hoteliers in each segment.
By Hotel Size
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| Small (10-24 rooms) | — | #7 1 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 14 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 14 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #6 2 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #4 10 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #5 22 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #5 19 reviews |
| Extended Stay | — | #6 1 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #5 8 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #5 6 reviews |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | — | #4 6 reviews |
| Middle East ▾ | — | #3 7 reviews |
Choosing the right POS system is vital for your hotel's operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and revenue management. Apollo EPOS by LCR Systems and Shiji Infrasys POS are two solutions that aim to streamline your restaurant, bar, or F&B outlets' transactions and management. While Apollo EPOS offers limited review data and features, Shiji Infrasys POS stands out with its extensive capabilities, broad hotel segment adoption, and recent positive feedback. Which of these platforms truly aligns with your hotel’s needs?
Both products address core hospitality POS requirements—transaction processing, inventory management, and staff oversight—but they approach these from different angles. Apollo EPOS appears to be a less documented, niche system with no recent reviews or clear feature set, whereas Shiji Infrasys POS is a comprehensive, cloud-based platform trusted by major hotel brands. Does your hotel need a proven, feature-rich platform, or is a more limited solution sufficient? Let’s explore further.
Apollo EPOS is purportedly designed to optimize sales transactions and inventory management, but it currently lacks recent reviews, ratings, or detailed features. Shiji Infrasys POS, on the other hand, boasts 29 reviews, a 4.66/5 ease-of-use rating, and a NPS score of 9.03, indicating strong user satisfaction. The recent validation through reviews makes Shiji the more reliable choice for hoteliers seeking proven performance.
While Apollo EPOS claims to streamline operational workflows, the absence of recent user feedback raises questions about its ongoing support, stability, or feature updates. Conversely, Shiji Infrasys has established a reputation for stability, extensive integration, and support, making it a safer option for hotels aiming to reduce errors and increase efficiency. Are you comfortable investing in a less-reviewed platform, or do you prefer a solution with recent, positive user validation?
If your hotel needs a full-featured, cloud-based POS that integrates easily with property management and offers advanced F&B management, Shiji Infrasys POS is the clear choice. Its broad feature set, 64 verified integrations, and extensive hotel brand adoption make it suitable for large, multi-property operations.
If your team prioritizes simplicity or has very specific needs that Apollo EPOS claims to meet—yet lacks recent reviews or detailed feature info—you might consider Apollo. However, given the lack of current data, Shiji’s proven track record, and recent positive feedback, the safer bet is Shiji Infrasys POS for complex or expanding hotel operations.
Shiji Infrasys scores a 4.66/5 for ease of use, backed by recent reviews praising its intuitive interface, swift onboarding, and staff adoption. Users highlight that staff find it user-friendly, with prompt support available for onboarding and troubleshooting. Review quotes emphasize that staff can learn the system quickly, reducing training time.
Apollo EPOS provides no recent review data or user ratings, making it difficult to assess its usability. Its lack of documented user experience or onboarding feedback suggests it may not match the user-friendly reputation of Shiji. Based on available data, Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys POS offers a comprehensive suite of 23 features, including cloud-based operations, inventory and sales reporting, customer management, mobile analytics, digital menus, self-service ordering, and PCI compliance. These features cater to multi-outlet F&B management and data-driven decision-making, with many functionalities absent in Apollo.
Apollo EPOS, with no documented features or integrations, cannot compete with Shiji’s extensive offerings. Its limited feature set, combined with the lack of recent validation, makes Shiji the clear leader in capabilities. Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys scores a 4.52/5 for customer support, with reviews highlighting fast response times, effective solutions, and ongoing support—many emphasize the availability of 24/7 assistance. Review quotes mention prompt, helpful service that reduces stress and operational downtime.
Apollo EPOS provides no recent support ratings or customer feedback, which makes it difficult to judge support quality. Given the positive recent feedback for Shiji, including fast support and stability, it has the edge in customer service. Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys integrates with 64 verified partners, including industry leaders like SiteMinder, Revinate, IDeaS, Duetto, and Amadeus. This extensive network allows seamless connectivity with property management systems, revenue management, guest insights, and payment platforms.
Apollo EPOS has no verified integrations listed or reported, limiting its appeal for hotels seeking a unified system. The breadth of Shiji’s integrations significantly enhances operational efficiency and data management. Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys POS has accumulated 29 recent reviews with a 4.66/5 ease-of-use score and a 9.03/10 NPS score, indicating high hotel satisfaction. Hotels across various segments, especially luxury and branded properties, praise its stability, functionality, and support.
Apollo EPOS, with no recent reviews or ratings, cannot be reliably rated by hoteliers. The recent positive feedback for Shiji makes it the preferred choice for hotels prioritizing user satisfaction and reliability. Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys POS charges a base price of $600.00, with no mention of ongoing monthly fees or implementation costs. Pricing details for Apollo EPOS are not available, which complicates direct comparison.
Given the transparency of Shiji’s pricing and the lack of info on Apollo, Shiji offers better clarity on investment. For budget-conscious hotels that want a proven, scalable solution, Shiji’s straightforward pricing is advantageous.
Apollo might suit very niche operators or those testing POS solutions, but the lack of recent validation limits its recommendation.
Not ideal if your hotel has minimal F&B operations or prefers a standalone, less complex system without extensive integrations.
The core difference lies in their validation and feature sets. Shiji Infrasys has demonstrated its value through recent reviews, a high user satisfaction score, and a comprehensive feature suite, making it suitable for most hotel types.
Choose Apollo EPOS only if your hotel has niche, very specific needs and is prepared to operate with limited recent data. For most hotels, especially those seeking reliability and scalability, Shiji Infrasys POS is the clear winner.
In summary:
Ultimately, Shiji's recent validation and comprehensive offering make it the safest investment for hotels aiming to modernize and grow.
Hotel POS Systems pricing is rarely straightforward. Here is what we know from each vendor's public pricing data. Always request a custom quote for your property size.
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According to HTR's product database, Apollo EPOS and Shiji Infrasys POS share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 11 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 4 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
No published case study for this goal yet.
"All the big players don't offer the level of API connectivity we need, but Shiji does. From the early stages of our design process, we were confident that Shiji could provide us wi..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"We reduced check-in time by over 80%, from up to eight minutes to just about one minute with the new system."
What hoteliers love
Customers find Shiji's POS and PMS systems user-friendly, reducing training time and easing new users. The intuitive interface makes it popular among... Customers find Shiji's POS and PMS systems user-friendly, reducing training time and easing new users. The intuitive interface makes it popular among staff for managing various tasks smoothly.
Shiji is applauded for its features like menu and table management, which streamline order-taking and reduce errors, ultimately enhancing daily operat... Shiji is applauded for its features like menu and table management, which streamline order-taking and reduce errors, ultimately enhancing daily operations. The system is noted for improving team efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Reviewers praise Shiji for its smooth integration of POS and PMS systems, which simplifies operations by linking various functions such as accounting,... Reviewers praise Shiji for its smooth integration of POS and PMS systems, which simplifies operations by linking various functions such as accounting, reservations, and inventory. This integration aids in accurate data tracking and boosts operational efficiency.
Where hoteliers push back
While many appreciate the system, some report lag and slow performance during peak usage, suggesting a need for optimization. This affects tasks like... While many appreciate the system, some report lag and slow performance during peak usage, suggesting a need for optimization. This affects tasks like checkout processes and impacts overall satisfaction.
Shiji is recognized for its robust reporting capabilities, allowing hotels to pull detailed reports that aid in decision-making. However, some desire... Shiji is recognized for its robust reporting capabilities, allowing hotels to pull detailed reports that aid in decision-making. However, some desire more customization options for deeper analysis.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Apollo EPOS and Shiji Infrasys POS share many core Hotel POS Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. Apollo EPOS offers 0 verified integration partners, while Shiji Infrasys POS offers 64. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Shiji Infrasys POS leads in ease of use at 4.6/5 vs 0.0/5. Look for transparent pricing and a trial or demo option. Filter reviews on each product page by property size to hear from hotels like yours.
Apollo EPOS: No. Shiji Infrasys POS: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Hotel POS Systems vendors offer demos or trials — request one from each to evaluate before committing.
The HT Score is a composite ranking that considers 4 criteria groups and over a dozen variables to help hoteliers objectively compare hotel technology products. LCR Systems has an HT Score of 0 and Shiji Group has 79. Here is how the score is calculated.
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How highly do users recommend this product? Ratings Score, Review Volume, Share of Voice, Review Depth, Review Recency, Success Stories ▾ The most heavily weighted factor. Analyzes average satisfaction ratings (likelihood to recommend, ease of use, support, ROI), total review count relative to category peers, review recency (at least 20 reviews in the trailing 6 months), and share of voice across unique hotel clients to detect selection bias. |
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How highly do tech partners recommend this company? Partner Recommendations, Integration Quantity, Integration Quality ▾ Evaluates partner recommendations as expert votes of confidence, the number of verified integrations, and ecosystem quality — the average HT Scores of integration partners. Products with higher-quality integration ecosystems are more likely to deliver a connected tech stack. |
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How customer-centric is this organization? Certified Support, Review Consistency, Profile Completeness ▾ Assesses whether the company has earned HTR Customer Support Certification, maintains consistent review collection over time (an indicator of feedback-driven culture), and keeps product profiles complete with capabilities, screenshots, pricing, and features. |
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How extensive is this company's reach and resourcing? Geographic Reach, Staying Power, Company Resources, Trending Score ▾ Measures global presence (countries and regions served), years in business as a stability proxy, team headcount as a resource proxy, and a trending score based on trailing-twelve-month buyer inquiries, reviews, partner recommendations, and press activity. |
Customer ratings and reviews are by far the most important factor in the HT Score algorithm. HTR does not accept payment for higher rankings. All reviews are verified — only hotel industry practitioners with confirmed affiliations can submit ratings. View full HT Score methodology →
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