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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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ms

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

    Ez was to get paid or pay out Easy travel Simple instructions

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We appreciate your feedback on the Square Magstripe Reader. It's great to hear that the device has made payments and payouts easier for you, especially with its user-friendly design and travel convenience. If you ever need further assistance or have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us squ.re/contactsqsupport. We're here to make your payment processes as seamless as possible. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for small businesses!

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

    The Square POS system is great for small businesses...no contracts and reasonable processing fees. The app is easy to set up and use, with many options for using the Square system for POS and/or invoicing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small Business Must Haves

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

    Great device for a small business owner on the move!

    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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    We keep this in our cash box incase we forget our terminal. Works great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, Jaycie, for your feedback on the Square Magstripe Reader! We're glad to hear that it has been easy to use for you. It's great to know that you keep it as a backup option in your cash box and that it works great when you forget your terminal. We appreciate your support and hope it continues to serve you well! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quick and easy payments

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

    Set it up and ready to go in minutes! Will have handy when sales take place. As an artist my paintings are sold as I travel and paint in paintouts and shows. This is a great way to have credit card option available for payments when needed.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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

    Works really well! Was a lifesaver, at a pop up event I had. This little gadget is very easy to setup and use! A must-buy, for entrepreneur's and small business owners!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great device, makes taking credit easy!

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

    The device and the app were easy to use, friendly to the user, and set up in a short time. The app had the money in my account the next day. With a 2.75% fee that's reasonable for the convenience.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    CEO

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s excellent product help me to do my job and collect my money

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Great to hear the Square Magstripe reader is working well for you and your business. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Convenient for My Small Business

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

    I'm a crafter & photographer so I sell items outside the realm of a box store, this card reader makes my life easier! Customers can pay within seconds, get a receipt and go about their day... it's perfectly convenient.

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

    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.

    Simple, fast and easy to use. Was very skeptical at first but talked to several people that used them and said it was the best thing they had found. Would recommend it to anyone.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It works!

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

    A very helpful Geek Squad member helped me with the adapter and reader for my Android and its USBC.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    The perfect tool for a garage sale!

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

    Got the square to accommodate folks that maybe didn't have cash at my recent garage sale. Was so glad I had it, as I did use it for a couple of customers. Easy to set up and manage, the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that the reader seemed to have some troubles when swiping the card, but I was easily able to input the numbers manually.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent product for the small business

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

    My wife and I have a small business and this reader comes in handy at local craft fairs and other in-person events. It works as intended and the software is extremely easy to use. I'd definitely recommend it!

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

    Great

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

    I bought it as I was selling some items. It worked out perfectly. I only have one problem (which I will have to research). I was told I would receive $10 back when I used it, but to date, that has not happened.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So easy to use!

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

    I am all about simplicity and easy to function. The square reader is just that, i used for selling raffle tickets and candy bars for a fundraiser my family was putting together. It was so convient to have all the time.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square

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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 set up and use.Offered a second one for free after registering and setting up for use.

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

    Square swipe

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

    Works great for cards that are not tap or insert. Makes a great partner with the tap reader.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Appreciate your feedback, JoAnn! The magstripe reader is a great backup for cards that don’t support tap or insert. Glad to hear it’s working well alongside your tap reader! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    Very useful for small business. Money available next day. Works with apple and android, but only works with Apple if you have the headphone jack adapter

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square is great!

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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 so easy to purchase, set up and use. What a concept!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Your positive review is a great motivation for our team. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great to have for Garage Sales

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

    I used Square on my cell phone at my Garage/Estate Sale. It was wonderful. I was able to take payments with debit and credit cards as well as cash. It was easy to setup and use. I recommend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend