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?
Card machines for charities: what are your options?
Getting a card machine for charity payments isn't easy in the UK. We did the research and compare all the options for a charitable cause.
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.
Best card machines for taxi drivers and private hire cabs
We've carefully selected the best card terminals for UK- and London-based cab drivers, private hire taxis and fleet owners.
SumUp receipt printers – what are your options?
With SumUp, you need a mobile or stationary receipt printer to print paper receipts. Which ones are compatible? We compare options.
SumUp Solo review: nifty, little touchscreen card terminal for simple payments
SumUp Solo is a small, nifty touchscreen device for card payments. We tested its limits, with and without the printer.
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.
Best card readers with app for iPhone and Android phones
Compare all credit card readers that work with an iPhone, iPad or Android app in the UK. Which is best - and worth the cost - for a small business?
Best ecommerce platforms for small businesses in the UK
Which ecommerce platform is the best for a small business? We've analysed UK options and pick the best-value online stores you can afford.
Best restaurant POS systems in the UK
What is the best till software for food and drink? We rank leading POS systems for small-to-medium restaurants in the UK.
Zempler Bank business account review: easy to qualify, imperfect service
Is Zempler Bank (formerly Cashplus) business account any good? The credit options are useful, but reviews paint a different picture.
Virtual terminals in the UK: 6 best for small businesses
What's the best virtual terminal for small businesses in the UK? Some providers are more costly than others.
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.
10+ best payment link providers in the UK
What are the best payment links for small businesses? We review pay-by-link solutions for remote card payments by email, text and social media.
9 best invoice apps for UK small businesses
We compare the best invoice apps for small businesses in the UK. Which are actually good value (even free)? We look at options.
Revolut Reader and Terminal review: evolving service, room for improvement
Are Revolut's card readers worth it? We tested the service and ran into issues. Here's our verdict on the experience, fees and product.
SumUp Point of Sale review: low-cost POS apps that have improved
Does SumUp Point of Sale work well? We tested the POS Plus and Pro apps and service to discover pros and cons.
Best providers for recurring payments in the UK
What are the best solutions for recurring payments in the UK? We compare providers, fees and payment types offered (Direct Debit or card).
Best card machines for self-employed hairdressers, stylists and barbers
We cover the best card machines in the UK for self-employed hairdressers and barbers working with clients on-the-go or in-salon.
Lloyds Bank Cardnet review: decent card machines, average fees, slow start-up
Lloyds Bank Cardnet provides decent card machines from e.g. Castles and PAX. With average fees and a slow start-up, it doesn't suit everyone.
Epos Now review: tailored POS with hardware for those who can commit
Is Epos Now a good POS system that's worth the contract and fixed monthly cost? We tested the till software and discovered how it really works.
Accepting payments on a phone: what are your Tap to Pay options?
How do you accept contactless card payments on your phone? Compare the many Tap to Pay apps available in the UK.
Tyl by NatWest review: simple-use card machines from a high street bank
Is NatWest Tyl a reliable service? What's so special about the PAX card machines from Tyl? We give our verdict on the package.
How does Lopay compare with the competition?
Lopay' payment products, transfer speeds and seemingly low rates attract small businesses, but we found there's more to the story.
Tide Card Reader review: holds promise, but fees and features could improve
The new Tide Card Readers are very affordable, without lock-in and simple to use. But what are the limitations you should know about?
SumUp vs Square: which is best for face-to-face and online merchants?
Compare Square and SumUp card readers, fees, POS apps and remote payment methods. What's the best one for small UK businesses?
SumUp or myPOS? Convenient card machines, different systems
Which is best: myPOS or SumUp? The card machines are varied, while fees suit different merchants. Compare the costs, accounts and features.
7 best café POS systems for coffee shops in the UK
What's the best cafe till system in the UK? We rate top EPOS software for coffee shops, looking at features, service and overall value.
Dojo vs SumUp: attractive but very different card machine packages
Does Dojo or SumUp have the best card machine? How do fees, terminals, payments, POS and service compare?
Dojo card machine review: popular touchscreen terminals
Dojo's card terminals are good quality, and next-day payouts a draw, but the contract suits some businesses more than others. How so?
PayPal (ex-Zettle) vs SumUp: cheap card readers, increasingly different
Which is best: SumUp or PayPal card readers? The differences in products and features are deciding factors.
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.
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.
EVO Payments review: card machines on tiered, all-inclusive plans
Are EVO card machines worth the fixed monthly cost and contract? What do reviews say? We investigated the service, pros and cons.
Airwallex review: an excellent global account, if they accept you
Airwallex business account is not for everyone, but low fees and a good service could make it the best. We tested it and review the service.
Retail Merchant Services review: good card machines, no competitive edge
Retail Merchant Services card machines may be good, but are costs too high for what you get? What makes RMS worthwhile?
Square Terminal review: card machine and POS in one affordable device
Square Terminal is both a card machine and POS system with a touchscreen, but how does it work and is it sufficient?
Worldpay vs. PayPal Virtual Terminal: which is best for phone payments?
Is Worldpay or PayPal best for over-the-phone payments? We compare the fees, customer service and user experience.
Clover Flex review: multi-functional card machine with touchscreen
The Clover Flex card machine is a mobile smart POS terminal with customised features (at a cost). We analyse specs and terms to be wary of.
Self-service kiosks: what are the UK options?
We compare the best self-order checkout machines for small restaurants, shops and takeaway venues. What are the costs, pros and cons?
Paymentsense review: monthly rolling contracts, push-button card machines
Is Paymentsense good for small businesses? How much do their contracts cost? We review fees, features and customer service.
Card machines for international use – what are the alternatives?
Are you looking for a card terminal that accepts payments abroad? Here are the options for getting paid on business trips overseas.
Lightspeed Restaurant POS review: above-average app, with some limitations
We tested the Lightspeed Restaurant POS system. Are the features, costs, customer support and user experience enough for restaurants?
GoCardless review: popular platform for smooth direct bank payments
Is GoCardless any good for a small business? How does it work? We tested the product and review costs, service and features in detail.
Starling Bank business account review: real UK bank with general banking services
Starling Business Account is for sole traders and limited companies in the UK. Is it as good as high street banks? We tested the service.
6 best retail POS systems for shops in the UK
What's the best EPOS system for small shops in the UK? Although many options prevail, only few tills are great for small retailers.
Zettle review (ex-iZettle): easy card readers and app for small businesses
Zettle accepts credit and debit cards on the go, but is it the best card reader in the UK? Here's our expert take.
Worldpay card machine review: geared towards steady businesses
Many companies use Worldpay, but are the card machines worth the cost and fees? Let's look at what a contract involves.
Teya review: a card machine package that supports local businesses
Teya's card machine is a promising contender on the payment market. We tested the product and service and found its pros and cons.
Square Point of Sale review UK: free, but worthwhile?
Square Point of Sale offers more than standard features you get in other POS apps. But for a free app, are there any caveats?
Best payment apps (and card reader) for busking in the UK
How can you collect donations and tips as a street musician? We shortlist the apps and card readers that buskers would get the most out of.
Do you need a self-service kiosk for in-store ordering?
Is it worth getting a self-service point of sale (POS)? We look at the benefits, disadvantages and reasons for choosing it.
5 best business accounts for the self-employed
Which business account is best for UK sole traders? We've tried different online bank accounts - let us compare their limitations and strengths.
7 best business accounts for small companies
Compare the best business accounts for limited companies in the UK. What are the main differences in costs, plans and services?