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Elavon review: okay card machines, but so-so service better for large companies

Elavon has okay card machines, but fees are not that clear. We cover payment features and who should consider Elavon.

Emily Sorensen2024-07-14T16:07:05+01:00Published: May 5th, 2024|Tags: Elavon|
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Contactless payment limits: everything you need to know

What are the limits on contactless transactions in the UK and beyond? When are cardholders required to enter a PIN? Here's how it works.

Emily Sorensen2024-05-08T19:15:17+01:00Published: June 20th, 2023|Tags: Contactless|
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Lloyds Bank Cardnet review: decent card machines, average fees, slow start-up

Lloyds Bank Cardnet provides decent card machines from e.g. Clover. With a contract, average fees and slow start-up, it doesn't suit everyone.

Emily Sorensen2024-05-03T21:30:04+01:00Published: May 3rd, 2024|
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Tide Card Reader review: holds promise, but still in development

The new Tide Card Readers are very affordable, without lock-in and simple to use. But what are the limitations you should know about?

Emily Sorensen2024-05-03T21:29:08+01:00Published: October 11th, 2023|Tags: Tide|
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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?

Emily Sorensen2024-05-02T22:47:35+01:00Published: March 22nd, 2023|
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Verifone card machine review: good terminals that fit around your business

Do Verifone terminals live up to the company's global aspirations in the UK? We review the card machines, fees, service and where to get one.

Emily Sorensen2024-04-05T21:46:44+01:00Published: April 5th, 2024|Tags: Verifone|
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Zettle Terminal review: sleek, mobile all-in-one card machine with receipt printer

Zettle Terminal is an elegant touchscreen card machine with POS software and a SIM card. We tested the features and judge if it's worth the cost.

Emily Sorensen2024-03-01T20:16:15+00:00Published: March 1st, 2024|Tags: Zettle|
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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.

Emily Sorensen2024-02-07T11:22:18+00:00Published: January 29th, 2024|Tags: myPOS, SumUp|
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myPOS Smart N5 review: multi-functional terminal with online account

The myPOS Smart N5 is a fancy Android terminal with checkout and business apps. It comes with a business account - so are there downsides?

Emily Sorensen2023-11-15T10:00:15+00:00Published: November 9th, 2020|Tags: myPOS|
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SumUp 3G review – an uncomplicated card machine for anywhere

SumUp 3G is a no-frills card machine, a low-cost way to payments with a network connection. And limitations?

Emily Sorensen2023-11-15T09:41:55+00:00Published: February 19th, 2020|Tags: SumUp|
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SumUp 3G and Printer review: lowest-cost terminal with receipt printer in UK

The SumUp 3G with Printer is a cheap, two-piece card terminal that prints receipts. How does it work and who should use it?

Emily Sorensen2023-11-15T07:43:25+00:00Published: February 18th, 2020|Tags: SumUp|
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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.

Emily Sorensen2023-07-30T20:22:45+01:00Published: February 20th, 2023|Tags: Contactless, Mobile Payments, QR Codes, Tap-on-Phone|
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