We have already talked about the advantages of installing a self-service touch screen kiosk in previous posts, but what are the differences between touch screens PC, monitor and kiosk and how do you know which to use for your business?

Fundamentally, there are three main types of touch screen unit. These are;

  • Touch screen digital signage.
  • Touch screen monitors and PCs.
  • Touch screen kiosks.

But what are the differences between them?

They are all an interactive touch screen but the unit itself will differ. Kiosks tend to be larger and floor standing whereas monitors and PCs are usually smaller, a desktop, and would be mounted to say a wall or table.

Monitors require an external PC, whereas a PC is the whole package and is housed within the touch screen, not needing any external wiring.

Kiosks too have PCs inbuilt and have a complete solution.

The best locations and uses of each unit are as follows…

Digital signage

This is best used to display public, non-personal information; for example in the corporate, educational or exhibition sector. They are ideal for presentations, meetings, events, advertising and timetables where a level of interaction is required. In addition, as many people also learn best visually interactive digital signage can be more stimulating and aid in the learning process.

Monitors and PCs

These are suited to be used personally by staff in sectors like retail, corporate, hospitality for transactions, ordering and reception duties. They can incorporate or be linked up to barcode scanners, card readers, customer display screen and printers.

Whether serving a customer or entering back office data, members of staff are able to quickly and conveniently capture and process information via the touch screen. The small footprint and lack of need for keyboard and mouse or even pen and paper means a monitor or PC is particularly beneficial in compact areas.

Kiosks

These are ideal for customer facing applications such as payment kiosks, ticketing kiosks and information kiosks and can be used across all industries. You can find them in airports, restaurants, health clinics, leisure parks and cinemas etc. They are hugely in-demand due to the fact that they offer multiple services in a really easy and accessible form.

If you want to purchase a touch screen kiosk for your business, visit Protouch today.