Best point of sale systems for restaurants and cafes in Australia
There are many POS systems for cafes and restaurants in Australia, but few are geared towards a small business. We compare the best.
Debit cards vs eftpos: what’s the difference?
How are debit cards different from eftpos cards? Aren't they the same thing? In plain language, we explain the key differences.
Best virtual terminals for small businesses in Australia
Compare the leading, most affordable virtual terminals for small businesses. What are fees and requirements of the telephone payment systems?
7 best invoicing apps in Australia for a small business
What is the best mobile invoice app for small businesses? We compare the invoicing solutions showing the greatest value for money.
8 best EFTPOS machines for small businesses
What's the best mobile EFTPOS machine in Australia? Despite the many solutions, only few are truly affordable with fair terms for a small business.
Square Appointments Australia review: versatile booking POS with payments
Square's booking system is a POS app for in-person and online bookings with payments. Here's what you should know about features and costs.
6 best ecommerce platforms for small businesses in Australia
What's the best ecommerce website builder in Australia for a small business? We've researched the more affordable sites for selling online.
Merchant fees and costs of accepting card payments – explained
How do transaction fees work in Australia? What are they? We explain merchants' fees with examples of how they vary in different contexts.
Square Online Australia: free online store that’s easy to build and upgrade
Square ecommerce is a user-friendly website builder with integrated payments. It comes with free merchant tools and seriously useful features.
Stripe vs Square Australia: all-in-one platform or building blocks for payments
Stripe and Square may seem similar, but they have very different approaches to payments. How do their fees, features and service compare in Australia?
Shopify POS Australia review: multichannel selling for Shopify retailers
Shopify POS is a clever till app for retail businesses with an online store. Unusual for its multichannel features, is the cost worth it?
What is eftpos in Australia? How does it work?
How do eftpos payments (not EFTPOS machines) work? We explain the ins and outs of this ubiquitous payment network exclusive to Australia.
PayNuts review: high-end EFTPOS terminals with no or low tailored fees
PayNuts EFTPOS machines appeal to cash-strapped businesses, esp. the fee-free plan. But what are the conditions and downsides of the service?
How fast are instant, same- or next-day transfers really in payment processing?
EFTPOS and online card payments can take days to receive, but fast transfer options exist. We explain instant, same- and next-day settlement.
Tap to Pay on a smartphone: how it works and options in Australia
What is Tap to Pay on iPhone or Android? Here's how to accept contactless card payments on a phone, plus all Tap to Pay options in Australia.
What are the options for offline payments in Australia?
How can merchants accept cards offline? Which EFTPOS machines has an offline mode? We explain the payment options.
Zeller review: attractive EFTPOS terminals, low rate and online account
Zeller's EFTPOS terminals have an online account and card for a fast cash flow. At no monthly cost and a low card fee, is there a catch?
Square review Australia: excellent value packed into app-based card reader
Connected to the free POS app, Square Reader makes a secure EFTPOS terminal with many features - but it's not all that Square has to offer.
Westpac EFTPOS machine review: competitive for stable businesses
Of the Australian banks, are Westpac EFTPOS machines a good option for small businesses? It depends on sale volume and what you need.
Can you charge customers for EFTPOS fees? Surcharge rules explained
What are the rules regarding surcharge fees in Australia? There are limits for how much merchants can charge for EFTPOS fees.