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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, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    I use this at Megacon it was so simple to use Easy to add your product in there and and the price is amazing for what this does

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product for Business

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

    An awesome way to expand your business without a huge expense. There are offers to get a Square for free but the small investment of $10 isn't bad at all! I love that I can swipe or enter manual payments for the same fee. Best feature is the ability to create and email invoices for clients to pay via an email link! Great record keeping features and there are offers to offset $1K in transaction fees. The easiest to use and most efficient merchant services method I've used.

    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:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for small business

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

    A credit /debit card reader for $10.00, and once you set it up they send you $10.00. Essentially you get it for free (minus tax). Great product.

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

    Convenient

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

    Good product to have if you’re planning on starting a small business

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    my convenient backup

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

    I got this as a temporary solution in accepting card payments for my first store grand opening. I will keep it for secondary backup and mobile payments since the fees are fair enough to utilize out of convenience for a few sales. It has apps on Google play, it's, and the web site functions correctly for web browsers. If I lose the little swiper I can go to best buy and have another immediately for the lowest price I found. I like that security.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square

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

    The square is awesome. Anybody can pay you with a credit or debit card immediately with this device. Setup was easy. Very inexpensive also. Love it!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good fast easy

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

    Quick and easy to set up and use sends money directly to any account you choose. Very pleased with the purchase of Square

    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.

    Great product, good price, provided a needed back as it can in a quantity of two. Works well and can take it anywhere.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as Advertised

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

    I was really skeptical of this device at first, but it has proven to be reliable and easy to use!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Credit Card Purchases Made Easy

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

    The Square makes taking credit card purchases very simple on the go. Period. I like that you can create different items or services to charge customers. The only shortcoming of this product are the fees you pay from each purchase to use the Square.

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

    BUY BUY BUY

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

    Perfect gift for an entrepreneur! This is a must purchase.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best ever

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

    I've tried other companies and there is no one as good as Square. Simple and easy for anyone to use. Also least expensive

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very convenient for processing payments

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

    This square reader is a starter card processing unit. It's small an easy to carry around and process people payments no matter where you are.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great device

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

    Bought for use in selling items, and so I could offer that I take credit/debit cards. It works great no issues. Purchases are quick and easy!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    square is great

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

    to take credit cards at my bar is a must and this works perfect plugs right into my phone and is small enough to take with me works great

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple, inexpensive card reader

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

    This card reader was just what I needed for my first art show. It was simple, easy to set up, easy to use, and inexpensive.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Inexpensive and works great for my business

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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.

    Inexpensive and works great for my business. So easy to use, a good price, and helps me run my business

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sweet!

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

    This product has the amazing quality of being compatible with all devices, and it makes your transitions fast! Love it!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good for starting out

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

    got this to use at trade shows for my business. The program allows individual products to be listed. Kind of time consuming but worth it. The fees are a little steep for a small business though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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