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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 731 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 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 often highlight the Reader for contactless and chip (2nd generation)'s ease of use and overall performance. Many appreciate its battery life, simple setup, and speed, while some find its size ideal and compatibility convenient. However, a recurring concern involves connectivity issues.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No complaints

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

    Does what it's suppose to do and easy to connect to devices. No complaints.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We appreciate your feedback! It's great to hear that our Square Reader for contactless and chip is working seamlessly for you. Thank you for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple Credit card transactions

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

    Made our Fund-raising event so easy. Simple to connect to app. Automatic deposit into account.

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

      Thank you, JohnR, for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip made your fundraising event easy and streamlined. It's great that the connection to the app was simple, and the automatic deposit into your account added convenience. We appreciate your support, and we're glad Square is contributing to the success of your fundraising efforts! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the Square Reader for contactless and chip!!

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

    Very easy to set up and it works like a charm! Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for the glowing review, Julianne! We're thrilled to hear that you find our Square Reader for contactless and chip easy to set up and reliable. Thanks for choosing Square. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square

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

    I purchased last week for my small business, and i love it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing your experience with the Square Reader for contactless and chip! We're thrilled to hear that you love it and that it's working well for your small business. SquareAU

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square for Android 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 bought a bluetooth Square for Android phones for my small business. It worked great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We are so glad to hear that the Square Reader is working great for your small business, Andrea. Thanks for the great feedback! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great

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

    Bought for a new business as I wanted to handle cards and phone pay. Works great! Easy setup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Square Reader for contactless and chip! We're delighted to hear that it works great and was easy to set up for your new business. We're here to ensure you have a seamless and efficient experience with our products. Thank you for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best buy

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

    When I arrived at Best Buy I wasn’t not expecting to find such a best buy, but let me say this is a best buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for letting us know that our product has met your expectations. Your satisfaction is our ultimate goal. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great!

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

    Great little machine! We love that it’s small and portable for our small business. Good buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, TySm, for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip is working great for your small business, and you appreciate its small and portable design. We appreciate your support, and we're pleased that Square is contributing to the success of your business! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    Easy to sync up to account and worked flawlessly when it was tested. Lightweight and seems pretty durable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Your review made our day brighter! Thank you for spreading positivity about our product. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Decided to order glad that I did

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

    Haven’t had any problems with it at all! Connected to my devices

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We're delighted to hear that you're satisfied with your Square Reader, Erica! Seamless connectivity is key, and we're glad it's meeting your needs without any issues. Thanks for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MikeW

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

    This card reader makes a huge difference in my business. No more delays in receiving payments.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Seeing that you had a 5-Star experience is the best thing we could hope for! Your review means a lot to us. We look forward to serving your business for many years to come! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worthwhile for tap.

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

    Easy to use, easy to set up. Worked well. Also took applepay ...took tap....cool and easy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, SkyeK, for your positive review! We're pleased to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip was worthwhile for tap transactions and that it was easy to use and set up. It's great to know that it worked well and supported payment methods like Apple Pay, tap, making transactions cool and easy for you. We appreciate your feedback and are glad Square is meeting your payment needs effectively! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I’m Rosie treasures

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

    I am so glad I got that card. Reader from Best Buy. It works wonderfully. I used it at an expo.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, SylviaV, for your feedback on the Square Reader for contactless and chip (2nd generation) from BestBuy! We're thrilled to hear that it worked wonderfully for you at an expo. If you ever have more to share or if you have any questions or need assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to ensure your payment experiences continue to be positive and efficient. Thank you for choosing Square, and we look forward to serving you again. Happy processing! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mrs.

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

    I'm really happy with the purchase I made. It works great at our events and business. Thank you

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a seller and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime. SquareAU

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square tap/chip

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

    Updated charging to usbc from the older versions. Easy set up in app paired quick. Only real issue was that it had to update, but that is to be expected.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy, and fits in purse!

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

    Super easy to use & set up. Very helpful for on the go!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      It's fantastic to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip (2nd generation) is fitting seamlessly into your mobile setup, JeanaS! Its ease of use and portability make it a great tool for on-the-go transactions. Thanks for sharing your positive experience! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for small biz

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

    Excellent. Works exactly how it’s described. Glad I could purchase here rather than wait for shipping.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for the five stars and positive words. It means a lot to us. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    Install quick , easy and you can have it on the go.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found the Square Reader for contactless and chip easy to install and convenient for on-the-go use. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your support. Thank you for choosing Square. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well and the app is easy to use. Definitely a good buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for your feedback, LoganH! We're thrilled to hear that the Square Reader for contactless and chip is working well for you and that you find the app easy to use. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Payment made easy !

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

    It is great ! I also have the little plug in one, but this new one is so easy. Tap or chip made easy !

    I would recommend this to a friend