GoTab’s Next-Generation Handhelds, Powered by Adyen’s New S1E4 Pro and S1F4 Pro Terminals, Set a New Standard for Hospitality Hardware
GoTab operators are about to get a major hardware upgrade. Adyen, the global financial technology platform powering GoTab’s in-person payments, has announced the release of two new payment terminals—the S1E4 Pro and S1F4 Pro—built to perform in the most demanding hospitality environments.
These new devices combine the power of Android 13, robust build quality, and seamless integration with GoTab’s flexible entertainment commerce platform, giving operators the reliability, mobility, and speed they need to serve guests anywhere—from the bar to the beer garden to the bowling lanes.
Arlington, Virginia - November 7, 2025 – GoTab operators are about to get a major hardware upgrade. Adyen, the global financial technology platform powering GoTab’s in-person payments, has announced the release of two new payment terminals—the S1E4 Pro and S1F4 Pro—built to perform in the most demanding hospitality environments.
These new devices combine the power of Android 13, robust build quality, and seamless integration with GoTab’s flexible entertainment commerce platform, giving operators the reliability, mobility, and speed they need to serve guests anywhere—from the bar to the beer garden to the bowling lanes.
S1E4 Pro: Smart Inside, Strong Outside
The S1E4 Pro is a rugged, all-in-one handheld POS designed to handle the daily realities of busy restaurants, bars, and event venues.
Durable & dependable: IP-65 spill and dust proof with a 1.5m drop rating
All-day performance: Long battery life, fast processor, 4G + Wi-Fi connectivity
Made for visibility: 6.1-inch screen for use in dim or bright environments
Full payments support: Tap, insert, swipe, or scan QR codes
Built to last: PCI 6 certified and PCI 7 ready
With its ergonomic handstrap and reliable connectivity, the S1E4 Pro is purpose-built for operators who need to move quickly without worrying about fragile hardware or lost connections during peak service.
S1F4 Pro: Mobile Flexibility Meets Countertop Power
For venues that want both mobility and the stability of a fixed POS, the S1F4 Pro delivers. When docked, it functions as a countertop terminal; when undocked, it becomes a fully mobile handheld with a built-in printer—perfect for queue busting or on-the-go service.
Hybrid design: Dock for stationary use or go mobile
Integrated printer: Print receipts anywhere without extra hardware
Fast and connected: Octa-core processor, 6.7-inch display, 4G/Wi-Fi/Ethernet
This flexibility makes the S1F4 Pro ideal for restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues where every second counts and service needs to flow effortlessly from table to terminal.
A Shared Commitment to Modern Hospitality
According to Derk Busser, VP of Product at Adyen,
“These new terminals are designed to directly address the unique challenges of sectors like food & beverage and hospitality. Whether it’s a rugged handheld for fast-paced service or a mobile terminal with integrated printing, our goal is to provide reliable, powerful tools that match operators’ real-world needs.”
GoTab CEO and Co-Founder Tim McLaughlin added,
“Our operators expect technology that’s as adaptable as their service model. With these new devices, we’re delivering the next generation of handheld POS—durable enough for the toughest shifts and smart enough to support everything from order-taking to payments in one seamless workflow.”
Coming Soon
The new GoTab handhelds, powered by Adyen’s S1E4 Pro and S1F4 Pro terminals, will be available soon.
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Stay tuned for launch updates, exclusive demos, and early access opportunities to experience the new standard in handheld POS technology.
Tap Room Playbook Episode 2:
When you really think about it, with everything managers need to do in a tap room, the hospitality aspect is often overlooked.
Situated “in the heart of it all, yet tranquil enough to make you feel away from it all too,” The Limelight Hotel Snowmass offers 99 hotel rooms and 11 residences, as well as footsteps-to-gondola access in winter and summer — right in the middle of Snowmass Base Village.
The Situation
Especially over the last few years, the Limelight Hotels IT team had witnessed a significant shift to contactless technology in the hospitality industry. After evaluating friction points in the guest journey, aligning with modern technology platforms in their restaurant was determined to be an effective way to offer elevated contactless dining experiences to their guests while also evolving their technology platforms to continue to support long-term company goals. Limelight Hotel partnered with GoTab to provide an enhanced on-demand dining experience on par with the brand’s reputation for exceptional guest service.
The Solution
Reducing Staff Touch Points Without Sacrificing Guest Experience
Guests are now able to begin a tab from their room or the property’s restaurant by scanning a QR code, texting a link to friends or family members on the ski slope to add in their orders, then meeting up together at the patio or lodge to enjoy their meal and après ski festivities without interruption. By streamlining tasks like inputting orders and processing payments, this eliminates friction for hotel staff and allows them to focus on delivering renowned guest service for a memorable experience. Since partnering with GoTab, Limelight Snowmass has consistently seen higher check averages and sales.
“We found the Point of Sale platforms we were looking at offered the guest and staff limited opportunities to further reduce touch points or improve the traditional restaurant experience. The GoTab platform enabled the guest to take an active role over the flow of their experience while simultaneously reducing touch points and further streamlining restaurant operations.”Nick Giglio, Manager of Hotel IT Operations, The Little Nell Hotel Group
According to the Limelight Hotels team, some of the other platforms that were evaluated were either missing some of the pieces they were looking for, had weak customer support models, or had little willingness to develop integrations to existing hotel platforms already in place. To that end, GoTab integrated with cloud-based platform, Infor. Together, GoTab and Infor are providing dynamic solutions to support central, efficient service across hotel amenities and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
“Previously, guests would call down to the restaurant to begin an order from their room or while they were out enjoying the ski slopes. Using GoTab, guests can now place orders from anywhere on the resort, giving them the on-demand service they want without interrupting their day. GoTab empowers us to give control to the guest, reducing touch points and streamlining overall restaurant operations, making Limelight Hotel the resort of choice for Snowmass.”Nick Giglio, Manager of Hotel IT Operations, The Little Nell Hotel Group
Since introducing GoTab, The Limelight Hotel has seen a consistent level of upsells and items sold per check resulting in additional revenue capture. They have been able to maintain service levels in their restaurants during periods when there was reduced staffing available without significantly diminishing the guest experience.
The Benefits
Eliminate Phone Orders – Take Orders from the Slopes. Guests can start a tab from their room or on the mountain without interrupting the flow of their day.
Future-Proofed Technologies – Delivering elevated contactless ordering via integration with the Infor hotel management platform.
Eliminating Friction in the Guest Journey – Maintaining service levels during periods of reduced staff without diminishing the guest experience.
Eliminating Friction in the Guest Journey – Maintaining service levels during periods of reduced staff without diminishing the guest experience.
Eliminating Friction in the Guest Journey – Maintaining service levels during periods of reduced staff without diminishing the guest experience.
Eliminating Friction in the Guest Journey – Maintaining service levels during periods of reduced staff without diminishing the guest experience.
Eliminating Friction in the Guest Journey – Maintaining service levels during periods of reduced staff without diminishing the guest experience.
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