What does the new maximum of 18 months mean for card machine contracts?
Payment Systems Regulator UK introduced new rules for payment companies, restricting POS terminal contracts. What does it mean for merchants?
Connectivity types in card machines – what are the options?
What are the different connection types for card payment machines? Learn how mobile networks (like 3G), WiFi, Bluetooth and LAN compare.
Buying and renting a card machine: key differences
What are the differences between renting and buying a card machine? We consider pros and cons for the contract, fees, service and options.
Card machines for charities: what are your options?
Getting a card machine for charity donations isn't easy in the UK. We did the research and compare all the options for a charitable cause.
Will tap-to-phone and QR codes make card machines obsolete?
The rise of QR code payments and tap-on-phone has raised questions about the future need for card machines. As it turns out, it's not straightforward.
Which card machine models dominate the UK market in 2023?
Card machines are still a staple for face-to-face businesses, but which are the most promising models on the payments market?
Accessibility of card machines – the challenge for the visually impaired
What are the challenges for blind and partially sighted people when paying in shops? We spoke to the RNIB for their insights on accessible payments.
Does the colour of card machines matter? White, charcoal grey and colourful
The card machine colour might not seem important, but we know from merchants, sales, Google and research that it may be. Here's how colours matter.
8 best card machines for small UK businesses compared
After much analysis and testing, we've created this shortlist of the UK's top card machines to help you compare options.
Card machine holder – what are the types and options?
What are the different types of holders for card machines? We list and describe stands, cases, mounts and more, along with photos and examples.
myPOS COO on transborder selling, instant settlement and being a one-stop shop for merchants
Our myPOS interview with Irfan Rasmally (COO) shed light on priorities for small businesses, emerging payment products and being international.
Yavin CEO on Android terminals, account-to-account payments, open platforms vs all-in-one solutions
We sat down with Samuel Manassé, CEO of Yavin, to ask about his vision for payments, Android terminals, the Irish market and how pricing is relevant.
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.
What to do with old credit card machines
How do you dispose of old credit card machines? Can you sell, recycle or throw them away? What about data? We explain the best course of action.
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.
What to do if you’re stuck in a card machine contract
Are you left with a card machine that's too expensive, unreliable, unsuitable or not needed any more? Here's how to deal with the lock-in contract.
What are the uses of a camera in a card payment machine?
Why do card machines have cameras? Present on Dojo, PAX and Ingenico smart POS terminals, what are they used for? How do they work?
Dojo vs SumUp: simplified card machine package or simplified pricing?
Does Dojo or SumUp have the best card reader deal? How do fees, terminals, payments, POS features and service compare? We tested them to find out.
Dojo card machine review: mobile touchscreen terminal with short contract
Dojo's card terminals are good quality, and next-day payouts a draw, but the contract suits some businesses more than others. How so?
How do refunds work on a card machine?
Wonder how to do a refund on a credit card machine? We explain steps, time limitations and refund rules for different types of terminals.