Touchscreen technology is one of those details that quietly shapes the day-to-day experience of using a till. The two main types – capacitive and resistive – behave quite differently.
Capacitive touchscreens
Capacitive screens, like those on modern smartphones, respond to a light touch and support smooth, fast input and gestures. They’re bright, clear and ideal for quick service where speed and feel matter.
Resistive touchscreens
Resistive screens respond to pressure and work with gloved hands or a stylus. They can suit certain industrial or specific environments, though they’re generally less crisp and responsive than capacitive.
Which to choose
For most retail, hospitality and kiosk use, a quality capacitive touchscreen gives the best speed and experience. Consider resistive only where gloved or stylus input is a firm requirement.
HiStone all-in-one terminals and kiosks use bright, responsive capacitive touchscreens. B-Spoke Systems can advise on the best screen for your setting.