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  • Retail Merchant Services review

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?

By Emily Sorensen|2022-06-07T14:02:59+01:00Updated: June 7th, 2022|
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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?

By Emily Sorensen|2022-10-20T12:41:06+01:00Updated: October 20th, 2022|Tags: myPOS|
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  • iZettle vs paymentsense

Paymentsense vs iZettle – which is best for your small business?

Paymentsense or iZettle? Customer reviews reveal significant flaws with one of them. We compare important differences in costs, fees and services.

By Emily Sorensen|2021-06-28T10:59:48+01:00Updated: June 28th, 2021|Tags: Paymentsense, Zettle|
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  • Barclaycard card machine review

Barclaycard card machine review: one of the better merchant services

Which businesses should consider a Barclaycard card terminal? The costs are worth it for some, but only if the service, payouts and contract suit.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-06-07T14:26:45+01:00Updated: June 7th, 2022|Tags: Barclaycard Business|
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  • Verifone card machine review

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 machine models, costs and where to get one.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-06-07T14:35:49+01:00Updated: June 7th, 2022|Tags: Verifone|
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  • Clover Flex review

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.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-06-07T14:19:35+01:00Updated: June 7th, 2022|Tags: Clover UK|
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How to clean your credit card machine: tips and steps to follow

Want to prevent spreading germs or just keep your payment device in tip-top condition? Our guide tells you how to sanitise a card terminal in every way.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-11-03T23:12:02+00:00Updated: November 3rd, 2022|
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  • SumUp vs Worldpay

SumUp vs Worldpay: simplified payments or tailored package at a price?

We compare pros and cons of two very different payment companies: SumUp and Worldpay. How costly are the card machine packages for a small business?

By Emily Sorensen|2022-09-22T01:29:32+01:00Updated: September 22nd, 2022|Tags: SumUp, Worldpay|
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  • SumUp 3G review

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?

By Emily Sorensen|2023-03-31T17:27:08+01:00Updated: March 31st, 2023|Tags: SumUp|
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  • SumUp 3G Printer review

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?

By Emily Sorensen|2023-03-31T17:31:00+01:00Updated: March 31st, 2023|Tags: SumUp|
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  • Coronavirus on payment terminal

Coronavirus can be transmitted via payment terminal buttons and banknotes

Money is the ultimate carrier of coronavirus, and this is true for both cash and card machines. Here's what the research says and how to minimise spread.

By Jamie Roberts|2020-03-02T12:09:44+00:00Updated: March 2nd, 2020|
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Short-term card machine rental vs buying a card reader

Card terminal hire for short periods can cost more than buying a card reader upfront, so why still consider it?

By Emily Sorensen|2023-03-09T18:13:29+00:00Updated: March 9th, 2023|
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  • Payzone or Worldpay

Worldpay or Payzone? Similar services, not the same strengths

Is Payzone or Worldpay best? Their terminals and payment solutions are similar, but their pros and cons are very different.

By Emily Sorensen|2021-01-22T16:11:59+00:00Updated: January 22nd, 2021|Tags: Worldpay|
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  • Worldpay vs iZettle

Worldpay vs. iZettle: two very different payment services

Is iZettle or Worldpay best for your business? Here's what merchants should know about these very different services.

By Emily Sorensen|2020-09-10T14:57:43+01:00Updated: September 10th, 2020|Tags: Worldpay, Zettle|
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  • Credit card machine history

The historical roots of electronic card machines

The story behind electronic payment terminals starts with Diners Club. What happened since, in chronological order?

By Emily Sorensen|2023-05-17T18:40:17+01:00Updated: May 17th, 2023|Tags: Chip and PIN, Contactless|
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What does ‘smart terminal’ mean?

What does smart terminal mean in the context of card payments? We give examples of smart terminal POS.

By Emily Sorensen|2022-08-26T13:47:57+01:00Updated: August 26th, 2022|
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  • Ingenico Move 5000 review

Ingenico card terminals: what’s new about the Move 5000 and Axium D7?

Ingenico has a new card machine range, including Move 5000. We compare key differences between the new models.

By Emmanuel Charpentier|2022-01-12T09:46:04+00:00Updated: January 12th, 2022|Tags: Chip and PIN, Ingenico, NFC|
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  • Spire card machine review

Spire card machine review: UK-based supplier of terminals for any sector

Spire Payments are a card machine supplier for businesses and resellers around the world. Should you go for their terminals?

By Emily Sorensen|2022-06-15T14:50:08+01:00Updated: June 15th, 2022|
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Payzone review: terminals with least commitment and add-ons to sell

Payzone card machines have 12-month contracts, and add-on services are good for small shops. But what about costs and customer support?

By Emily Sorensen|2021-10-19T13:22:12+01:00Updated: October 19th, 2021|
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Should you set a minimum amount for card payments?

Some merchants still impose a £5 minimum on card payments, but is it a good idea - or even legal? Read this carefully if you're considering it.

By Emily Sorensen|2023-02-28T17:48:24+00:00Updated: February 28th, 2023|Tags: Card Machines|
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