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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 664 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the ease of use, long battery life, and compact size of the second-generation contactless and chip reader. Many appreciate its seamless compatibility with various devices and the ability to process contactless payments. While some experienced occasional connection issues, the overall performance and affordability are frequently praised. The straightforward setup process is also a recurring positive comment.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy set up!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product! Super easy to set up! No problems at all!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
      Posted .

      Thank you, AngelicaS, for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip was super easy to set up and worked flawlessly for you. Your positive experience means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple to set up and use!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The most simple card reader to set up and use. I switched from another card reader that I was never able to get to work correctly! Sure wish I had gone with the Square to start with!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
      Posted .

      Hi PennyK, we're thrilled to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip (2nd generation) has proven to be a hassle-free choice for you! It's fantastic that the setup was simple, and you find it easy to use. We appreciate your decision to switch to Square, and we're here to provide continued support. Thank you for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fit for my remote small business

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great and straightforward to configure. Was impressed by the online dashboard and ease of configuration for my business.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
      Posted .

      Thank you for choosing Square for your remote small business! We're delighted to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip has been a great fit for you. It's fantastic to know that you found it straightforward to configure and were impressed by the online dashboard. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ideal for Business Owners

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love my point of sale device. It's so convenient and always me to have a professional and access way of sales.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We're glad to hear that you're enjoying the convenience and professionalism that the Square reader brings to your business, JayS. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we're thrilled that our product meets your needs. Thanks for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Setup was seamless, and the device is very straightforward to use. Only downside is your paying a fee to square for every transaction, but what can you do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
      Posted .

      Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear the setup was seamless and that the device is easy to use. We understand that transaction fees can be a concern, but we aim to provide a reliable and straightforward payment solution for businesses. We appreciate you sharing your experience and are happy to support your business! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the investment

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We enjoy using this for businesss purposes. Easy set up!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing, Lekia! We're thrilled to hear that the Square Reader has been a worthwhile investment for your business. We appreciate your support and look forward to continuing to serve your business needs! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Credit Cards for Book Sales

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After I was unsuccessful getting the first one to work, I checked it with the Geek Squad and it was easily replaced. It worked well for credit cards at our Library Book Sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Hi Helen, thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear that after encountering an issue with the first reader, you were able to get a replacement with the help of the Geek Squad. It's great to know that the Square Reader for contactless and chip (2nd generation) worked well for credit cards at your Library Book Sale. We appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SO EASY!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Went to the store, picked it up & had it set up in less than 30 minutes, & used it the next day with no problems the next day!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip was so easy to set up and use. It's great to know you were able to get it up and running quickly and smoothly. If you have any questions or need further assistance, we're here to help.

      Thank you for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Business Use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really like how this item is very small & I can connect to my work phone and take payments and now I have satisfied our generation by having apple pay!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We're thrilled to hear that our Square Reader has been a valuable addition to your business, allowing you to conveniently accept payments, including Apple Pay. Thank you for choosing Square, and we appreciate your positive feedback, Pinky! SquareAU

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as advertised

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Square reader works as promised. Issue getting it to connect at first, only issue was I didn’t remove from my Bluetooth and tell it to forget device there.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Fantastic. Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback. We appreciate you taking time away from business to share. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works, simple, efficient

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well! Does everything you’d expect from this product

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear the Square Reader for contactless and chip meets your expectations and works efficiently for your needs. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Square reader

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good item, easy to use, good connection, small and handy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about the Square Reader for contactless and chip. We're pleased to know that it's meeting your expectations in terms of usability, connectivity, and portability. We're here to help ensure your payment processing experience remains convenient and efficient. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Connects great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works Great! It seems to automatically turn on and connect

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your Square Reader is connecting smoothly and turning on automatically, making your transactions seamless. We’re always here to help if you have any questions. Thanks for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Well

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have never had the 1st generation version so am unable to compare the 2 models. However, this square model works well, holds charge, and seems to be working just fine. No issues with this one so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      You’ve left a smile on the faces of our whole team with your kind words. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. We’re grateful that we had the opportunity to serve your business. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to implement and works as expected

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works as expected. Square is a very easy credit card processing system to implement and use. Transaction fees are a little on the expensive side, but there are no monthly fees, which makes it perfect for occasional use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, Marisa, for sharing your feedback on the Square Reader for contactless and chip! We're glad to hear that it works as expected and that you found Square easy to implement. We understand your concern about transaction fees, and we're constantly working to provide the best value for our users. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice little card reader

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up and use. Very low cost per transaction especially if you Create a business bank accounts with them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that you found the Square Reader for contactless and chip easy to set up and use. We're also glad that you appreciate the low transaction costs, especially with a business bank account. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Square - Reader for contactless and chip

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was bought as a gift. Product is easy to setup and operate. Good quality and value for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing your thoughts, drumarquardt! We’re glad to hear that the Square Reader was easy to set up and operates well. We appreciate your feedback on its quality and value! SquareAU

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Na

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fast service great price excellent quality connection great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Shevella! We're thrilled to hear you're satisfied with the speed, price, and quality of your Square Reader. It’s great to know the connection has been excellent as well. We appreciate your support. SquareAU

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great customer service

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wonderful service and very nice people I will return to there store 100%

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Choice

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent choice of purchase.. it’s very convenient and easy to set up and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We’re pleased to hear that you find the Square Reader convenient and easy to set up. We appreciate your feedback and are glad it’s been a great choice for you! SquareAU