Find the right card machine for your business
Not a generic roundup. Real comparisons broken down by business type — because a plumber has completely different needs to a café owner. Find your business below and see what you should actually be paying.
Find your business type
Each guide is written specifically for that type of business. The challenges, the needs, and the providers that actually work in the real world.
Mobile, no fixed premises, unreliable WiFi on site. What actually works for UK tradespeople taking card payments on the job.
Seasonal sellers and market stall holders need flexibility and no long contracts. We break down the best no-commitment options.
Mobile hairdressers, nail techs and beauty therapists. Compact readers, low fees, no salon needed.
PT's working across multiple locations need portable, reliable card readers with no fixed base requirements.
High transaction volumes mean fees add up fast. We find the lowest cost options for busy café owners.
Mobile dog groomers need portable readers with great battery life. Here's what actually works in the real world.
Higher value transactions mean getting the percentage right matters more. Best options for tattoo artists and studios.
Taking payments between lessons on the go. Compact, simple readers with no fuss.
Rural businesses need reliable 4G readers that work without broadband. We find the best options.
How the main providers compare
Headline rates for the most popular UK card machine providers. Always check your actual statement — what you pay may differ.
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