CARD MACHINE

There’s a much wider choice of card machines today than just a few years ago. While before, you had to do with a chunky chip and PIN machine stationed at a counter, small businesses can now take advantage of mobile card readers that work just as well.

Unlike traditional options, these app-based card machines are usually contract-free, affordable and without complicated fees – making it much easier for new or small businesses to start accepting cards.

In this shortlist, we look at card machines suitable for businesses with card transactions of less than £20k per month.