Connectivity types in card machines – what are the options?
What are the different connection types for card payment machines? Learn how mobile networks (like 3G), WiFi, Bluetooth and LAN compare.
Buying and renting a card machine: key differences
What are the differences between renting and buying a card machine? We consider pros and cons for the contract, fees, service and options.
Is it illegal to charge for card payments in the UK?
Are businesses allowed to add a surcharge on card transactions? What does the UK law say? See the rules and exceptions that merchants should follow.
How can a non-profit take payments online?
How do not-for-profit organisations, charities and fundraisers receive donations online? Here are the main tools, providers and what to look for.
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.
Which card machine models dominate the UK market in 2023?
Card machines are still a staple for face-to-face businesses, but which are the most promising models on the payments market?
Accessibility of card machines – the challenge for the visually impaired
What are the challenges for blind and partially sighted people when paying in shops? We spoke to the RNIB for their insights on accessible payments.
Does the colour of card machines matter? White, charcoal grey and colourful
The card machine colour might not seem important, but we know from merchants, sales, Google and research that it may be. Here's how colours matter.
What is EPOS? The basics explained
What's the definition of EPOS? Is it software, hardware or both? How does it work? So many questions, but we answer them all in plain language.
Square Point of Sale review UK: free, but worthwhile?
Square Point of Sale offers more than standard features you get in other POS apps. But for a free app, are there any caveats?
Best restaurant POS systems in the UK
What is the best till software for food and drink? We rank leading POS systems for small-to-medium restaurants in the UK.
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?
What are account-to-account payments? How do they work?
Account-to-account (A2A) payments are a cardless way to transfer money quickly, but what is it? How does it work for payers and merchants?
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.
Best payment apps (and card reader) for busking in the UK
What's the best way to collect donations and tips as a street musician? We shortlist the apps and card reader that buskers would get the most out of.
Card machine holder – what are the types and options?
What are the different types of holders for card machines? We list and describe stands, cases, mounts and more, along with photos and examples.
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.
Yavin Ireland review: complete card terminal with fair rates and no lock-in
Yavin Terminal in Ireland is a new card machine without commitment, but with very good rates. Does the monthly fee justify the features and service?
Best food truck POS system: 6 best for iPad and Android tablets
What POS system for mobile food trucks is the best? Our comparison of six food truck POS apps shows which is most affordable, with just the right features.
What to do with old credit card machines
How do you dispose of old credit card machines? Can you sell, recycle or throw them away? What about data? We explain the best course of action.