Handepay card machine review: average contract with a few benefits
Are Handepay card machines worth the commitment? What does the Price Challenge entail? Here's our verdict on Handepay.
9 best online payment systems for small businesses in the UK
What are the best online payment systems for a small business? We look at the selling tools and fees, weighing up the pros and cons.
Shopify card reader review: POS payments for multichannel selling
Shopify has a card reader that pairs with a POS app for retail shops. Is it worth the cost when you have to subscribe to an ecommerce plan?
Revolut Business review: account for borderless freelancers and companies
Revolut for Business is a current account for freelancers and companies - are there hidden fees for international transfers?
Stripe Terminal review: adaptable card machines for online businesses
Stripe Terminal is a choice of card readers for Stripe users. Intended for online-first businesses, who actually benefits most from it?
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.
Tips vs service charge – what’s the difference and which should you accept?
How is tipping different from service charge? Which should a food-and-drink place accept? We consider the options to help merchants choose.
Wix online store review: easy website builder for any kind of ecommerce
Wix is a dream for the visually-minded, but is this ecommerce builder good enough for a small business? We look at the Wix online store offering.
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.
How to use a POS machine: step by step explained
How does a POS machine work, or rather: how do you use it? We give a definition and run through the steps to accept cash and card payments in person.
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.
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?
Loyverse POS review: good starting point, but limits could be deal-breaking
Loyverse POS is great value for money, but does it work well? We tested the app and looked closer at the fees of add-ons you may need.
Revolut POS review: exceeds expectations for a free café POS system
Revolut's POS app for iPad is basic, with surprising potential. We tested the EPOS and give our opinion of the product and service.
How to set up an online store in one day: 9 streamlined steps
How do you create an online shop for a small business quickly? We guide you through the 9 necessary steps to launch your ecommerce sales tomorrow.
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.
Square for Retail review: easy POS system for in-person and online retailers
Is Square for Retail good value for money? Are there enough POS features for the cost? We've tested the app and review how the plans compare.
Receipt printers that work with Square: a complete overview
Our guide explains all receipt printers compatible with Square POS, whether you're using iPad, iPhone, Android or Square's other hardware.
myPOS Go 2 review: basic design, but really cheap for an independent card reader
myPOS's latest card reader looks deceptively simple, but has some cool features. How does it compare with other card readers?
Standing order vs Direct Debit – what’s the difference?
Is a standing order the same as a Direct Debit? No, there are differences between them. We go into the functional and legal aspects of the payments.
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.
Receipt printers compatible with Zettle – the ultimate overview
If you're considering getting an Zettle receipt printer, look no further. Here's an overview of all compatible printers.
Monzo Business account review: getting better, but not for everyone
Is a Monzo Business account any good compared with alternatives? We tested the service and review costs, pros and cons of the features.
Square for Restaurants review: plain interface, but efficient EPOS
The Square for Restaurants app looks very plain, perhaps too simple for the monthly cost? We find out by testing the software.
Fee scales of iZettle and PayPal — how do they compare?
We compared the fees of iZettle Reader and PayPal Here. The winner? That depends on card revenue and the type of cards you accept.
PayPal.Me review: fixed payment link for PayPal transactions
What is PayPal Me used for? It's a pay by link solution for all PayPal users, but there are important limitations apart from the special features.
Worldpay Reader review: mobile card reader with a traditional service
Our review looks at Worldpay's versatile mobile card reader with 24/7 phone support and phone payment option.
Zettle Food and Drink review: simple POS system for small eateries
How good is the Zettle Food and Drink app for iPad? What does it cost? We tested Zettle's latest POS app for coffee shops, bars and food trucks alike.
iZettle vs. Shopify: what’s the best POS and ecommerce combo?
Which is the best e-commerce and POS combination: Shopify or iZettle? We compare features and price differences.
Stripe payments review: worth it for a small UK business?
Should a small ecommerce website consider using Stripe as their online gateway? How easy is it? We review features, pricing and customer service.
Shopify UK review – the best ecommerce platform?
Despite Shopify's popularity, it may not be the best value for a small business. Features are promising, but are fees too high?
Revolut online payments review: convenient for cross-border businesses
How do Revolut's online payments work? What are the features and costs of the payment requests and online checkout? We look at pros and cons.
Revolut invoice review: simple, efficient billing for on-the-go merchants
Revolut's invoicing for companies and freelancers is easy for app users, but might lack advanced extras. Here's our experience of the product.
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?
Square Register review: affordable, all-in-one touchscreen till
Square Register is a classy POS system but what's the hardware, software and payment system like? We explain how it works 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?
PayPal Here UK review: how does it compare with iZettle and SumUp?
We put the PayPal Here card reader and payment app to the test. Is the PayPal integration worth the complex fees?
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?
Square Invoices review: the easiest low-cost way to send invoices
Square Invoices offers more than just basic features at no monthly cost. For just pay a card fee, you can send different kinds of invoices.
Tide Invoicing review: no-frills e-invoices through a business account
Are Tide Business' invoices worth using? We tested the banking app's invoicing features for an honest opinion about its value for money.
Tabology review: impressive all-in-one hospitality POS with genuine service
Tabology's hospitality POS for iPad is affordable and better value than most alternatives. We tested the EPOS features and customer service.
Unlocking capital: a guide to merchant cash advance loans on card machines
Cash flow can be a challenge for small businesses. Merchant cash advance loans (MCAs) are one way to secure capital in a pinch. With this type of alternative financing, the money you borrow is paid back directly through your business’s takings. These products can be handy for small businesses [...]
Best iPad POS systems in the UK
Whether you run a retail, food or service business, our comparison of the best iPad till systems helps you uncover which to consider.
POS systems for pubs and bars – which are the best in the UK?
The UK has no shortage of bar till systems, but which are optimal for pubs and bars? Compare features of the top six affordable apps.
Navigating VAT Invoicing in the UK
Whether you're navigating VAT invoicing for the first time as a new business or engaging with new international clients, understanding each and every component of a VAT invoice can prove to be challenging. This article will take an in-depth look into the realm of UK VAT invoicing, aiming to [...]
Invoicing template or invoicing software? Pros and cons explained
What are the pros and cons of invoicing software versus templates edited in Word or Excel? Learn how the options differ on key issues.
History of the point of sale: from 19th century cash registers to cloud POS
From 19th century cash registers to cloud-based POS systems, we explain the key developments of the point of sale throughout history.
Top 10 cash advances for small businesses in the UK
Where can you get a merchant cash advance in the UK and how does it work? We've identified ten companies offering this alternative finance option.
Cashplus vs. Starling Bank: business accounts from very different banks
Which has the best business bank account: Cashplus or Starling Bank? Compare online banking features, apps and pricing for small businesses.
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.
8 tips for setting your invoice payment terms to improve cash flow
How can businesses set their invoice payment terms to improve the cash flow? It's not so complicated if you follow these tips.
Invoice apps: as good as, or even better than, invoicing from a browser?
Are invoicing apps worth the hype? We tried invoices on phones and desktop and asked users and experts about benefits - here's what we found.
Shopify POS review UK: best for unifying online with in-store sales simply
We've tested Shopify POS Pro and Lite and share our insights. Is this the best way for online merchants to sell in store?
Debit vs prepaid vs credit business cards: the pros and cons of each
What's the difference between a debit, prepaid and credit business card? Compare the pros and cons of each card type for a company or sole trader.
SumUp Business Account review: free, basic – but enough for some
SumUp Business Account is an app-based online account and Mastercard for SumUp merchants. Does it have all the features you need?
“Free” business accounts – what are the hidden costs?
A "free business account" is not truthfully free. We look at the hidden costs that businesses are charged for an account with no monthly fee.
Why digital QR code menus will probably stay post-Covid
Digital menus via QR code have become a fixture in restaurants during Covid, but will they stay after the pandemic? We look at the data and trends.
How can virtual payment cards benefit a business?
Should you consider using virtual cards to pay for business expenses? How can you use them and what are the benefits?
Contactless payments continue to grow in the UK
Is it a golden time for contactless payments? UK leads the way, with contactless cards more popular than chip and PIN. Here are the developments.
Quotation vs proforma invoice: what’s the difference?
What's the difference between a quote and pro forma invoice? We define the two pricing methods, differences and examples of uses.