The CompuPawn Alternative
Pawnbroker Pawn Shop Software is tiered in price so small shops and those just getting started can get the essentials of pawn-loan processing without being forced to pay for features that are unwanted and unneeded. Upgrades are available with credit of previous amounts paid.
Our competitors have been heard saying that we operate "out of a basement somewhere" but no, we are in Dallas, TX and have been providing software, hardware and support for pawn shops since 2002.
You can't purchase our software until we've gone through the free live demo to assure that the program works on your computer and does all the things that are needed and will be needed.
Please download the demo and take a look at this overview video.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main criticisms of CompuPawn software pricing?
The main criticisms are that CompuPawn doesn't provide cost information on their website, which is suggested to be an indication of high prices. Additionally, the page points out that CompuPawn offers various 'modules' (accounting, bar coding, inventory management, etc.) which likely cost more than the quoted price for the base software.
What concerns are raised about CompuPawn's support and training?
The page notes that while CompuPawn has a link named 'Training & Support', there is no mention of terms or pricing, suggesting potential add-on costs for these services.
How does Pawnbroker Software's pricing model differ from CompuPawn's?
Pawnbroker Software uses a tiered pricing model that allows small shops and new businesses to get essential pawn-loan processing features without paying for unwanted or unneeded features. They also offer upgrades with credit for previous amounts paid.
What assurances does Pawnbroker Software provide before purchase?
According to the page, customers can't purchase the software until they've gone through a free live demo to ensure the program works on their computer and meets all their current and future needs.
What major features were added in Version 5.1.4410?
Version 5.1.4410 (released 4-8-10) added several features including a reset button for row space in the bar-code layout window, simplified CSV export options, currency settings in Program Setup, simplified data import/export, and the ability to print trial settlement runs without finalizing.
What printer-related improvements were made in the software updates?
Several printer-related improvements were made, including setting the EVO thermal receipt printer as the default in PPSS Printer Setup, adding support for the Zebra 2824 printer with 2.25" x 1.37" labels, and fixing issues with price labels and discount schedules.
What automatic update features were added to the software?
In Version 5.1.4311 (released 3-24-10), an automatic update feature was added that checks for new updates each time PPSS starts. Additionally, Version 5.1.4340 added the ability to download and install the current application file (ppss.exe) regardless of version.
What improvements were made to reporting capabilities?
Reporting improvements included expanded report titles, fixed Disbursement Report Total, fixed missing report headers, added details and serial numbers to police reports, added CSV export of Police Report, and fixed issues with the Today Sold report.
What inventory management enhancements were added?
Inventory management enhancements included linking storage transfers to inventory report filters, limiting batch entry price labels to the Internal ID Series assigned to the workstation to prevent duplication, adding Inventory CSV import/export, and fixing various inventory-related errors.
How were barcode features improved in the updates?
Barcode improvements included limiting description and item number on bar-code labels to 30 characters, saving row-height settings on the bar-code setup page, adding barcodes automatically in inventory details after assigning bar codes, and adding a bar-code test print feature.