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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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?
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?
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.
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?
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.
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.
The historical roots of electronic card machines
The story behind electronic payment terminals starts with Diners Club. What happened since, in chronological order?
What does ‘smart terminal’ mean?
What does smart terminal mean in the context of card payments? We give examples of smart terminal POS.
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.
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?
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?
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.