SumUp review: affordable, no-fuss card readers with many extras
SumUp is probably the cheapest card reader service with a mobile app, but what can you expect for the low fees?
Square vs SumUp vs PayPal (ex-Zettle): compare the UK’s best card readers
Our Zettle, Square and SumUp comparison tables show key differences in fees, features and card reader capabilities.
9+ Best Card Machines for Small Businesses in the UK
After much research and testing, we've created this comparison of the UK's top card machines to help you consider options.
Barclaycard card machine review: viable merchant service, but not for everyone
Which businesses should consider a Barclaycard card terminal? The costs are worth it for some, but only if the service, payouts and contract suit.
Takepayments review: tailored, all-inclusive card machines
Takepayments offers competitive card machine contracts for small businesses. What about the product and quality of service?
myPOS review: pay-as-you-go card machines with online business account
myPOS card machines give access to payments instantly through an e-money account, but what about costs?
Square review: mobile card reader, big on payment features
Square's card reader, free POS app and lack of monthly fees are great, but what is so special about this payments service? We put it to the test.
Tide business account review: online bank account with useful extras
Is Tide business account any good for small businesses? Is it a safe banking platform? We discuss Tide account fees, app, service and limitations.
Square Virtual Terminal review: phone payments the simplest way possible
Square's virtual terminal is cheap, easy to use and requires no commitment. How does it work? Any feature limitations?
The historical roots of electronic card machines
The story behind electronic payment terminals starts with Diners Club. What happened since, in chronological order?
How much does a card machine cost? Fees explained
How much does a card machine cost in the UK? Here's our in-depth summary of prices and charges for buying and renting a terminal.
What is an X report vs Z report? How are they done?
What are Z reports and X reports? On a cash register, card machine or EPOS system, they have the same purpose, but are done differently.