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What is iMin? (Overview & Use Cases)

Applies to:

All iMin devices (mobile POS, tablet POS, desktop POS, kiosks)

Summary

iMin is a Singapore-based technology company (founded in 2018) that designs and manufactures high-performance Android POS terminals tailored for modern retail, F&B, hospitality, logistics, and warehouse operations across 50+ countries gorspa.orgiMin Technology. Its sleek, modular devices—ranging from handheld mobile units (Swift 1, M2) to kiosk and desktop systems (Swan 2, Falcon, D-series)—combine printing, scanning, and peripheral integration in a compact, deployable form EsperiMin Technology+1iminpos.eu.

Use Cases:

  • Mobile countertop service (e.g., tableside ordering/checkout using handheld POS) iMin Technology+1.
  • Self-order kiosks for F&B and retail to reduce staffing costs and improve customer flow iMin Technology.
  • High-throughput checkout counters with dual-screen desktop models like D1, D4, Swan 2, featuring integrated printers and fast CPUs iminpos.euiminpos.cz.
  • Delivery and outdoor operations, by enabling quick QR code payments and lightweight mobility (Swift 1, M2) iMin TechnologyHunters Solutions ltdqueuebuster.co.

Before you start

  • Decide on your business setup: mobile (e.g., kitchen, tables), fixed-counter, or self-order kiosk.
  • Determine required features: printing, scanning, dual display, SIM, peripherals (barcode, scale…).
  • Download device datasheets or consult your iMin sales rep for model comparisons.

Steps

1. Identify your primary environment:

  • On-the-move / tableside → Handheld (Swift 1 / M2 series).
  • Counter-based, multi-display → Desktop (D1, D4), or all-in-one (Swan 2, Falcon).
  • Self-service kiosk → Swan 1k or Crane 1.

2. Match device spec to your needs:

3. Consider accessory and deployment needs:

  • Do you need mounts, magnetic docking, cash drawer integration, scales? iMin hardware is built for modular expansion and easy mounting Esper.

Verify it worked

Check that the device:

  • Boots to iMin UI quickly, connects to your network.
  • Supports the required features (printing, scanning, display).
  • Operates smoothly under expected workload.

If it didn’t work

  1. Ensure your model supports your chosen use case (e.g. Swan 2 handles self-service or counter modes).
  2. Double-check spec sheet for connectivity/peripheral support.
  3. Contact iMin support if a module or dock fails to connect properly.