Card machines for perfect payments
Build a better point of sale (POS) system with Epos Now Payments and our range of portable card machines.
Open up your business with a portable card machine
Our card machines are designed to help small businesses operate at their maximum potential.
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Take orders from anywhere in your business and enhance your customer service
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Accept debit cards and contactless payments, split the bill, and print receipts on the spot
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Update stock availability, instantly manage your business, and review reports anytime, anywhere
Mobile card machines for small businesses
Find the right card machine for your business - from portable devices to stationary machines with near-instant payments.
No hidden transaction fees or monthly fees
Great customer service is at the core of what we do. That's why our integrated Epos Now payment processing and card machine solutions come with no hidden or monthly fees.
Enjoy clear fixed rates for card transactions, and accept all cards, including American Express, making it easy to budget for your payment processing service cost!** And you get free next-day payouts included, too!
You only pay for the equipment you need with an Epos Now credit card machine solution - we keep payments simple, secure, and stress-free.
Secure credit and debit card payments as standard
With an Epos Now wireless card machine, you can rest assured that your your business account is in the safest possible hands.
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Every Epos Now POS card machine is PCI compliant
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We use highly secure encryption technology to secure our systems
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Automatic cloud syncing means your data will be safe from data breaches and human error
Helpful support whenever you need it
Our card readers are a reliable option for any small business owner. Should you need any help, however, our expert support team is ready and waiting to help.
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Our support team is self-contained so you only need to call us, no third parties
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Integrated payments support covers everything from contactless payments, card readers, merchant account options, and more
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Instantly talk to a real person or via live chat between 9 am to 7 pm GMT
FAQ about business' card machines
If you'd like to know more about Epos Now Payments, our payment terminals, or our other Epos Now service, get in touch with our expert team or read our frequently asked questions.
- What are the key differences in Epos Now card machines?
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Epos Now offers a variety of card reader machines, including the Link, the Air, and the Pro+.
Link: Ideal for retail checkout aisles or restaurant payment counters, the Link is the perfect companion for any EPOS system. Its ergonomically angled touchscreen display and intuitive user interface allow customers to quickly tap, insert or swipe. However, unlike the Air or Pro+, the Link is a countertop card machine, designed to process payments at a fixed checkout such as a bar or sales counter.
Air: Built for speed and innovation, the Air card reader gives you the flexibility to accept payments quickly, confidently, and on the go. Introduce new levels of efficiency to your business by splitting bills and printing receipts from one portable device.
Pro+: Run your entire business from your Pro+, the only solution you’ll ever need. Integrated with award-winning Epos Now POS software, it’s an all-in-one payments and EPOS device. Serve customers, access reports, and take payments.
- How do payouts with Epos Now Payments work?
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All transactions are collected at the end of the day and are paid out on the next day, excluding weekends and bank holidays.
Want your payouts quicker? Unlock fast access to your payouts and upgrade to Epos Now Payments same-day payouts. Depending on your bank, same-day payouts can include weekends and bank holidays and you can set a cut-off time of your choice. Talk to our sales team for more information.
- What financial reports are available through Epos Now?
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Use your Back Office portal to view all transactions in a single place including individual transactions, insights, and payouts. Check when payments are processed, and when the funds will reach your bank account. Access everything in one place and manage your cash flow easily.
Integrate with common accounting platforms via our Epos Now AppStore to speed up your financial reporting.
- What fees do card machines charge?
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Card payment machine charges typically take similar forms, but the way they're presented can often be confusing, leading to unexpected expenses further down the line that can damage your business' profitability. So let's break down the two main parts of your card machine cost:
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Transaction fees. These are the typical rates taken from each transaction you make with a card machine. They can vary greatly across different credit and debit cards, even with Apple Pay or Google Pay. Some are a percentage, some have a base rate, or a mixture of the two, so look at this part carefully!
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Device or line rental. When you get a card machine, it's usually rented from major credit and debit payment processing companies. Some charge rental on devices as well as the phone line some card machines still operate through. However, many newer devices just need an internet connection or even a mobile phone, saving a number of fees while providing equally secure payments.
Epos Now Payments has no hidden fees, but additional hardware fees apply - talk to us about options to support your business.
Charges per transaction:
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Card payments = 1.7%**
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Customer refunds = free!
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- How do I choose a card reader?
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The right card payment machines can work wonders for your business so it's important to think about what you need before making a deal, as well as conducting thorough research to compare card machines and know what's on offer.
The first question, when you accept card payments, how will you let customers pay? Chip and pin? Payment links you can sent to absent customers? Do you need a contactless card machine? Or do you want more traditional credit card payments? It's important to know how your preferred payment method before you choose your card reader.
Secondly, do you plan to have a fixed station for taking payments, or do you want a mobile device?
Thirdly, how will you monitor your card machine? Transaction reports can be extremely complicated, making it hard to know how profitable your business has been on a day-to-day basis. So what reports will your card machine create and how much work will it be to manage it?
Next, consider the market and the payment fees you can expect. How much, if anything, of the above will you sacrifice for the best transaction charges?
These are all questions to consider as you research the market. Our friendly team will be more than happy to help you find the option that works for you.
- Does Epos Now operate outside of the UK?
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Yes, we're a payment processing company that operates globally. We offer payment processing services in multiple currencies so you can sell to customers around the world.