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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2221 reviews

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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 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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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy!

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

    This product was so easy to use! And free! I had no troubles figuring it out and the $10 I paid for it was automatically credited back to my account when I set up my square. I got all of the money from the transactions that I used it for right away with no problems. I would HIGHLY recommend this product.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great!

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

    This is very easy to use and small and convenient!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good value

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

    Easy to set up and use. Good Value. Easy to use when on the go.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product!

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

    Easy to install and easy to use. Great product! Highly recommend.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product!

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

    Great for taking credit card payments fast & easy, would recommend to anyone

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Need this if you have a business

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

    This item is small and compact. Easy setup. Get paid. AA++

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good device

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

    Handy portable and reliable. I would reccomend to anyone

    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, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very easy to use

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    Posted .
    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

    Works great

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    Posted .
    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

    Simple credit card processing

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

    Cost effective credit card processing for non-profit organization. Simple to use with the Square app.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    not needed

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

    This product does exactly what I expected it to but I realized my phone takes payments without it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for your feedback, hh2373! We’re glad the Square Reader met your expectations. It's great to hear that you found a solution that works well with your phone. Thanks again for sharing your experience! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Setup

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy set up

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    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

    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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice and simple to use.

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got me out of a bind. My full size register was acting up and this got me back to taking payments.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We're pleased to hear that the Square Magstripe Reader with a headset jack helped you out in a bind and allowed you to continue taking payments smoothly. Thanks for choosing Square! SquareAU

  • 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.

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just swipe please !

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

    I needed this because I’m on the go and I need my money instantly ! All the time !

    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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    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