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  • How to use a POS machine

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.

Emily Sorensen2024-07-06T23:31:18+01:00Published: July 6th, 2024|
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Revolut Reader review: on-the-go payments with room for improvement

Is Revolut card reader worth it? We tested the device with the app and ran into issues. Here's our verdict on the experience, fees and service.

Emily Sorensen2024-05-10T12:27:48+01:00Published: February 1st, 2024|Tags: Revolut|
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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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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.

Emily Sorensen2024-04-26T20:11:15+01:00Published: February 5th, 2024|Tags: Loyverse|
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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.

Emily Sorensen2024-04-21T13:29:30+01:00Published: April 21st, 2024|Tags: iPad POS, Restaurant POS, Revolut|
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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.

Emily Sorensen2024-04-19T14:23:24+01:00Published: March 26th, 2020|
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SumUp Point of Sale (formerly Goodtill) review: affordable, not always smooth

The old Goodtill is now SumUp Point of Sale, but does it work well? We tested the POS app, backend and support to discover pros and cons.

Emily Sorensen2024-04-14T18:43:56+01:00Published: April 14th, 2024|Tags: Goodtill, iPad POS, Restaurant POS, Retail POS, SumUp|
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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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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.

Emily Sorensen2024-03-22T14:19:01+00:00Published: December 3rd, 2020|Tags: iPad POS, Retail POS, Square UK|
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