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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2221 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:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works well!

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

    Purchased this for an arts and crafts fair and it worked flawlessly in an iPhone XS. Pretty easy to setup and works well as long as you have a decent connection.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simplicity defined

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

    Ah the simplicity of SQUARE! This little puppy has helped speed many a transaction. Great to use on older iPhones or iPads.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works well

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

    It was easy to set up an account and money was deposited quickly. Only issue I have is that occasionally it will not accept the card I am swiping and it tells me its a user error. Even after changing swiping method it will not accept so I was stuck typing in card number which inconvenienced payer and cost a higher transaction fee.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use and process CC

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

    Great tool for a mobile business. It attaches easily and works fast. Have a little patience while swiping the CC it needs to be done right in order to read the strip.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square Reader

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really nice magstripe for on the go sales! Great value, super cheap price. Thanks best buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thank you, Steven! We're thrilled the magstripe reader has been a valuable and affordable solution for your on-the-go sales. SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square Reader

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

    I use the square reader for my Usborne Books and More business, as well as our union for charity events. It's so easy to throw into my purse and nice that I can plug into an iPhone or iPad.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It work as advertised

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

    Its basic to get you up and running. If you are processing lots of credit card transactions then you should get the chip reader version instead. This will work but after so long starts to not want to read cards anymore.

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

      Thanks so much for leaving a review and for the feedback. If you ever experience trouble with your reader you can try these troubleshooting steps here: squ.re/MagstripeTips SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square Is Where It's At

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

    This item is great easy to use and reliable. The app is well made with great reports. You can use it for events or even a stand alone small shop. I highly recommend this item.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does it’s iob

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

    Quick and easy way to take credit cards using square app without having to pay the manual entry fee. Good for Android or older iPhones.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very easy and convenient

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

    Take it out of the box. Enter information on the website, get verified and start swiping. Does what it says it will do and with the $10 rebate, the scanner it's free.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great!

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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, no set up needed. Just plug it in to your device while using the app. Great price as well!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does what it should!

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

    Plugs into my Note 8 and lets me scan credit cards. I haven't used it very much but it seems like it will hold up. I love that they only charge you when you use it!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square Reader Rescue Me

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

    Just like the one I thought I lost, which of course found as soon as I bought this one! I love these, they make card purchases so much easier for my sales events. Purchase was simple as was pickup, and staff was friendly and helpful as we looked around the store after getting product. I've been a loyal customer/account holder for many years.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We love to hear that the Square Reader is working well for you! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Accept credit card payments on your phone

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

    Perfect item for accepting credit card payments just about anywhere. Just log into your square app and accept payment with a simple swipe. Android and iphone models available

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Thanks for your review. We are delighted to hear that you are satisfied with the application and its functionality. Remember to join our community also to exchange your ideas https://squ.re/3sbzIPV SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for small events

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

    Bought this item to use during a school auction. It was a breeze to set up online and connect to corporate bank account. Used with an iPad and had no issues during the event.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Big things come in little squares!

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

    At first I thought this was too good to be true... a smallish cube made to be plugged into the earphone port of your iPhone (mine is a 4S model) and enables the user to accept credit card payments. Say it ain't so! Well, the set up is very easy and within minutes I was off and running. Purchasers have the option of getting a text or an e-mail of their purchase receipt. The money gets deposited into your account in a matter of days. No muss, no fuss! What more can you ask for? This is THE gadget to get if you run e-commerce or just need the ease of accepting more than money in a society ever edging towards plastic as the new green back! Get this... you won't be sorry!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very useful!

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

    The product was easy to set up and reliable! It was used for a golf tournament and I was able to preset items and prices to make registration a quicker process.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice and efficient

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

    Nice and simple and it does the job well. Love that it is not bulky and easy to carry around.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Excited to hear you are enjoying our Square app and hardware so far. Let us know if you have any other questions. Have a good day! SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Essential for on-site fundraisers

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

    I use Square card readers on-site at all of my non - profit events. Works great almost every time. Rarely have to run a swipe twice, but it's usually just fine.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great price

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

    Terrific price, works exactly as it is supposed to. It was very convenient to be able to walk in, pick it up and use it right away.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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