Hike POS review: as good as other POS systems in Australia?
We tested Hike POS for Australia. Learn about pricing, payment options and POS features. What makes it stand out for retailers?
Wise Business account review: better than a bank account, or just for transfers?
Wise (formerly TransferWise) Business banking is cheap, but what are the limitations? How do currency accounts and international payments work?
BigCommerce review UK: website builder designed to scale your business
Is BigCommerce too 'big' for a small business? Let us review pros and cons for online merchants in the UK.
Vend POS Australia review: ace value retail software at a good price
Is the Vend POS system a good deal for small retailers in Australia? We tested the iPad app and discover where it shines and lags behind.
TouchBistro review: user-friendly restaurant EPOS with good support
TouchBistro is one of the most user-friendly iPad POS systems available for UK restaurants. Is it right for your food business?
Hike POS review: affordable, standard retail POS for iPad, PC and Mac
Hike is a pretty standard POS system for retailers, but has an edge over alternatives: it works on PC and Mac as well as iPad. Is it worth the cost?
Vend POS review UK: good all-round retail POS at a reasonable price
Solid and usable, Vend has a lot to offer. With its many features and user-friendly interface, should retailers consider it?
Takepayments Virtual Terminal review: decent phone payments, with limitations
Phone payments through Takepayments is not for everyone. We tested it and review fees, features and service - here's what to consider.
Cashplus Business Account review: easy to qualify, but service isn’t perfect
Are the Cashplus Bank Business Accounts any good? The loans and credit options are useful, but reviews paint a different picture.
Starling Bank or Monzo for business? Compare accounts, fees and service
Should you go for a Monzo or Starling Bank account for business? We compare account features, customer service and how costs stack up.
Free POS software: 5 best options without monthly fees
What are the best free POS systems for a small business? See pros and cons of each POS app for iOS and Android devices, based on our own tests.
PayPal Business review: online payments platform with e-account
The PayPal Business account offers a lot of payment and merchant tools, but do the fees justify the service? Is it the be-all of online payments?
Takepayments Pay by Link review: browser-based, custom payment links
Are payment links from Takepayments worth the monthly fee? We tested the features, took screenshots and share our insights.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to take payments over the phone
Taking payments over the phone is important for many businesses in the UK, but how do you actually do it?
Zettle Payment Link review: simplest pay-by-link option in UK
What's special about Zettle's plain-looking payment links? For a small business, you can't beat the ease, convenience & cost of these remote payments.
Can I take credit card payments over the phone? What do UK regulations say?
Are phone payments legal in the UK? What are the regulations for businesses? We explain the key rules governing over-the-phone transactions.