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  • 8 new card machines

9+ best card machines for small UK businesses compared

After much research and testing, we've created this comparison of the UK's top card machines to help you consider options.

Emily Sorensen2025-02-12T14:46:06+00:00Published: February 12th, 2025|Tags: Barclaycard Business, Card Machines, Dojo, myPOS, Revolut, Square UK, SumUp, Takepayments, Teya, Tide, Worldpay, Zettle|
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  • Dojo card machine with charger

Dojo card machine review: mobile touchscreen terminal with short contract

Dojo's card terminals are good quality, and next-day payouts a draw, but the contract suits some businesses more than others. How so?

Emily Sorensen2025-01-02T16:06:15+00:00Published: February 22nd, 2024|Tags: Dojo|
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  • Contactless card payment on NFC phone

Accepting payments on your phone: what are your Tap to Pay options?

How do you accept contactless card payments on your phone? Many Tap to Pay apps are available in the UK - here's an overview.

Emily Sorensen2024-10-29T12:23:23+00:00Published: October 22nd, 2024|Tags: Adyen, Contactless, Dojo, Mobile Payments, Monzo, myPOS, NFC, Revolut, Square UK, Stripe, SumUp, Tap-on-Phone, Tide, Tyl by NatWest, Viva Wallet, Zettle|
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  • SumUp vs Dojo

Dojo vs SumUp: simplified card machine package or simplified pricing?

Does Dojo or SumUp have the best card machine? How do fees, terminals, payments, POS and service compare?

Emily Sorensen2024-07-20T22:14:27+01:00Published: July 20th, 2024|Tags: Dojo, SumUp|
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