Accepting contactless payments on your smartphone: what are your options?
How do you accept contactless card payments on your phone? Few tap-on-phone apps are available in the UK - we've identified your options.
Elavon card machine review UK: so-so service that could be cheaper
Elavon Merchant Services offers many card machines, but fees are not that clear. We cover payment features and who should consider Elavon.
Is Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) destined to grow in store?
What are the signs that Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is growing in store as opposed to online? We look at the recent trends and till solutions.
Stripe Terminal review: adaptable card machines for online businesses
Stripe Terminal is a card reader for Stripe users. Intended for online-first businesses, who would benefit most from this card machine solution?
Squarespace online store review: beautiful designs for simple ecommerce
Squarespace commerce plans are for online stores with a visually stunning theme, but are features too limited and charges too high?
Best ecommerce platforms for small businesses in the UK
Which ecommerce platform is the best for a small business? We've analysed UK options and pick the best-value online stores you can afford.
Square Appointments review: versatile booking EPOS with integrated payments
Square Appointments is not just a POS app with a booking calendar - it comes with a free booking website, payments and selling tools. But is it good?
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, send different kinds of invoices.
Square Virtual Terminal review: phone payments the simplest way possible
Square's virtual terminal is cheap, easy to use and requires no commitment. How does it work? Any feature limitations?
Square vs Zettle: which payment and POS system is best for your business?
Zettle and Square have the same transaction fee and no fixed monthly costs, but there are other crucial differences between them.
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.
PayPal vs. Square Virtual Terminal: which is best for a small business?
Is PayPal or Square Virtual Terminal best for small businesses? Compare features, costs and service of these popular phone payment solutions.
What is fintech? Definition, types and significant companies
What is the meaning of fintech and how is it characterised? We explain it in clear terms, with some background and types of fintechs.
Loyverse POS review: excellent value – until you need add-ons
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 that you may need.
Shopify card reader review: POS payments for multichannel businesses
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?
Tyl by NatWest review: modern card machines managed by a high street bank
Is NatWest Tyl a reliable service? What is so special about the Clover Flex card machine from Tyl? We give our verdict on the package.
Handepay card machine review: average contract with a few benefits
Are Handepay card machines worth the long commitment? What does the Price Challenge entail? Here's our verdict on Handepay.
Airwallex review: an excellent global account – if only they accept you
Airwallex business account is not for everyone, but low fees and a good service could make it the best. We tested it and review the service.
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.
How Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) works for a small business merchant
How does Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) work for a small business? We look at the different types, costs and how merchants can get started.