Combo offers are one of the simplest ways to increase sales while making ordering easier for customers. Instead of selling products individually, you bundle them into a single offer at an attractive price. Restaurants use meal deals. Retail stores create product bundles. Either way, combos encourage customers to buy more in one transaction.
If you’re using Odoo, you can easily configure combo products inside Odoo Point of Sale. This guide walks you through how to set up combo offers in Odoo POS step by step.
What Is a Combo Product in Odoo POS?
A combo product in Odoo POS is a bundled item that groups multiple products under one selectable option at checkout. Instead of adding each product separately, the cashier selects one combo, and the system automatically includes all predefined items.
For example:
Burger + Fries + Drink
2 Shirts for a fixed price
Coffee and Pastry bundle
Although the customer sees a single combo, Odoo still tracks inventory for each individual item behind the scenes.
Why Use Combo Offers in Odoo POS?
Before setting up combos, it’s important to understand their business value.
Increase Average Order Value
Bundles often lead customers to spend more compared to buying single items.
Speed Up Checkout
Cashiers select one combo instead of multiple products, reducing errors and saving time.
Maintain Accurate Inventory
Stock levels are adjusted automatically for each item included in the combo.
Simplify Promotions
You can apply discounts directly to the bundle without changing individual product prices.
Step 1: Ensure POS Is Properly Configured
Start by confirming that the POS module is installed.
Go to:
Apps → Search for “Point of Sale” → Install (if necessary)
Then check your configuration:
Point of Sale → Configuration → Point of Sale
Make sure:
Products are enabled for POS
Categories are organized properly
Save any changes before moving on.
Step 2: Create Individual Products First
Before creating a combo, the individual items must already exist in the system.
Navigate to:
Point of Sale → Products → Products
Create or review products such as:
Main item (e.g., Burger)
Side item (e.g., Fries)
Beverage options
Ensure each product:
Has correct pricing
Is available in POS
Is assigned to the correct category
These products will later be grouped into your combo offer.
Step 3: Create the Combo Product
Now you can build the actual combo.
Go to:
Point of Sale → Products → Create
Enter a clear name (e.g., “Classic Meal Combo”)
Select the appropriate product type
Enable the option to sell in POS
Inside the product settings, define the items included in the bundle. Depending on your Odoo version, you can:
Add required items automatically included
Add optional selections (such as choosing one drink)
Set quantity rules
After adding the included products, define the final selling price of the combo.
The combo price can be:
Lower than the total individual price (to encourage purchases)
Fixed based on marketing strategy
Adjusted depending on selected options
Save the product once everything is configured.
Step 4: Assign the Correct POS Category
For easy access during checkout, assign the combo to a POS category.
Open the combo product and select a category such as:
Meals
Bundles
Promotions
This ensures cashiers can quickly locate the combo during busy hours.
Step 5: Test the Combo in a POS Session
Before making the combo available to customers, test it.
Start a POS session and:
Select the combo product
Choose any required options
Confirm the order
Check that:
The correct price appears
Each included item reduces inventory properly
Optional selections function correctly
Testing helps avoid pricing or stock issues later.
Best Practices for Managing Combo Offers
To make combo offers effective:
Keep bundles simple and easy to understand
Monitor sales performance using POS reports
Update promotions seasonally
Ensure pricing maintains healthy profit margins
A well-designed combo should increase sales without complicating operations.
Conclusions
Setting up combo offers in Odoo POS is a practical strategy for increasing revenue and improving efficiency. By grouping products into attractive bundles, you encourage larger purchases while simplifying the checkout process.
Take time to configure carefully, test thoroughly, and review performance regularly. When done right, combo offers become a powerful and reliable sales tool.