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.
Short-term card machine rental vs buying a card reader
Card terminal hire for short periods can cost more than buying a card reader upfront, so why still consider it?
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.
Should you set a minimum amount for card payments?
Some merchants still impose a £5 minimum on card payments, but is it a good idea - or even legal? Read this carefully if you're considering it.
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.
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?
PAX A920 terminal: unboxing, presentation and our opinion
Considering the PAX A920 card machine? We got our hands on one, unboxed it, took pictures - and discovered features you should know about.
What are the uses of a camera in a card payment machine?
Why do card machines have cameras? Present on Dojo, PAX and Ingenico smart POS terminals, what are they used for? How do they work?
EVO Payments review: card machines on tiered, all-inclusive plans
Are EVO card machines worth the fixed monthly cost and contract? What do reviews say? We investigated the service, pros and cons.
How to clean your credit card machine: tips and steps to follow
Want to prevent spreading germs or just keep your payment device in tip-top condition? Our guide tells you how to sanitise a card terminal in every way.
SumUp vs Worldpay: simplified payments or tailored package at a price?
We compare pros and cons of two very different payment companies: SumUp and Worldpay. How costly are the card machine packages for a small business?
What does ‘smart terminal’ mean?
What does smart terminal mean in the context of card payments? We give examples of smart terminal POS.
What is an Android POS terminal?
What is an Android POS machine and how does it work? We explain the meaning, technology, types and characteristics of these terminals.
What is a PDQ machine? How did the term evolve over time?
What's the meaning of PDQ machine? Where did it come from and what is it today? We explain the definition, history and types of PDQ machines.
Spire card machine review: UK-based supplier of terminals for any sector
Spire Payments are a card machine supplier for businesses and resellers around the world. Should you go for their terminals?
PDQ machine goes mobile
PDQ machines are no longer optional for small and medium-sized businesses. What are the different types for businesses? What should be considered?
20 questions when choosing a card terminal for your business
Choosing a card machine can be difficult, but not if you consider these key questions. What should you ask yourself to choose the right card terminal?
Retail Merchant Services review: good card machines, no competitive edge
Retail Merchant Services card machines may be good, but are costs too high for what you get? What makes RMS worthwhile?
Paymentsense review: card machine contracts with legroom to grow
Is Paymentsense good for small businesses? How much do their contracts cost? We review fees, features and customer service.