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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2222 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers commend the Reader for Magstripe's ease of use, affordability, and compatibility with various devices. Positive feedback also highlights its compact size and straightforward setup process. While some users mention higher than expected fees, the device's performance is generally well-received. A notable limitation is the lack of a chip reader in some models.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great for the square app.

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

    Affordable alternative to having a credit card terminal. I love that best buy has these square readers in stock, because as a traveling artist sometimes I forget to pack my square reader. Its convenient and affordable to pick one up at the best buy nearest ti whatever city I'm un at the time.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very easy to use

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

    So, easy to use plus it is small and you can carry anywhere.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Super easy to use

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

    I love this card reader. Super easy to use and set up

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great

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

    Works great. Handy. Easy to use. Bought 2. Easy hook up.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square is the way to go!!

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

    So glad that Best Buy had this in stock. I needed one for a show I was doing and could not wait for Square to ship me one. It helped tremendously as I was able to sell twice as much because I could accept credit cards. Thank you so much!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We love to hear this! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you've got any questions at all squ.re/contact. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Little gadget with super power

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

    We can set up our pop up store literally anywhere and take credit card payment hassle free. This little gadget is mighty powerful.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Sounds like you've got a handy tool! The Square Reader for Magstripe, with its headset jack, is a powerful little gadget. Great to hear it's serving you well! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SAVED MY LIFE!

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

    I honestly didn't know that best buy sold these and I needed one immediately for my book signing! This square card reader is a life saver. People ask to purchase books from me when I am out and about and this comes in handy for those who don't carry cash (like myself!)

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy set up

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

    Great gadget, easy to use and set up. Worth the price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Easy to use and inexpensive. Works with my phone. Great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great!

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

    My wife was doing a trade show and we needed something to be able to take debit and credit cards. We normally use a Paypal device but couldn’t find it so I went to Best Buy and found the square. She had her account set up by time I got back from the store & was able to plug the device right in and take orders.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to Use and Setup

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

    Easy to Use and Setup. Very reliable and simple to learn.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    You get the 10$ back from Square

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

    I purchased this square to use for small business transactions I dont make enough credit card transactions to make having a real credit card reader worth it, this square is an easy alternative and it seems to work pretty good. I wish it came with an extension for the 3.5 jack because most people have cases on their phones and being how close the 3.5 jack is to the actual card reader it makes it hard to use on my phone while the case is on it. But you get the 10$ you pay for the square back with your first purchase transaction.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb!

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

    So easy to set up and use! Works very well with any smartphone

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use & worked fine

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

    Easy to use. Worked fine. We only used it fir a Yard Sale, which it did come in handy and was used that dsy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, MichaelB, for sharing your experience with the Square Reader for Magstripe (with headset jack). We're delighted to hear that it was easy to use and worked fine for your yard sale, making transactions smooth and hassle-free. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worked Great! Easy to set up for our organization

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

    We had no experience taking credit cards as payment. Our bank had many forms and needed approvals. Square saved us. Easy to buy at the Best Buy store, and took only minutes to set up. It worked great at our organization's Wine Tasting and Silent Auction. We think it gave people the option to spend more than if they could only play by cash or check.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Seamless and easy to use! Reasonable rate.

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

    A sceptic at first. Now, I'm not sure why I didn't get one a long time ago. I use this almost every day with my business. It was easy to set up and it is easy to use. A very reasonable rate and I love the fact that I can use this wherever I get phone service. Super cool little gadget that makes doing credit card transactions a breeze. Highly recommended!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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

    It's great product for small business great for emergency.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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

    It's super cheap, and works great! Easy to install.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup
    Cons mentioned:
    Fees

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works as promised.

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

    Quick and easy setup. Works well with all cards except Bank of America. Fees are a little higher but no machine, supplies or contract.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent item - easy to use

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

    Some of my customers didn't want to pay for services rendered by check or cash - as many people today, they wanted to pay by credit card. This item, the Square, made taking their credit card simple using my smart phone, and the cost was very reasonable. A Win, Win, situatioin for me and my customers.

    I would recommend this to a friend