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, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to work
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I’ve had no problems with the Square. It is very easy to work. It took no time at all to set up either.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product
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Works easily and easy to enroll and set up. Better than accepting checks and not having a way to verify.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just enough!!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works as needed and small and compact enough to carry to any location. Works great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Finally Bit The Bullet
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I've been constantly asked if I take credit cards for my photography services and was hesitant since I did not have a smart phone. So friends said I only need an iPad Tablet and could use the Square card reader with it. So I checked it out and "bit the bullet". It was easier than I thought to install the software and set up an account. I even got back my ten dollars from Square. Now I am waiting for the next phone call or text and can say Yes I Do.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Fees
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works well costs nothing to buy
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This is an easy way to accept credit cards. The fees are a bit high but I simply pass them along to the few customers that want to use a credit card. You can also easily switch it from one bank accoiunt to another.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Easy way to accept a credit card
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Setup was pretty easy + we tested it and it seems to work OK-quite pleased so far. We use android type phones.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Square
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We're happy to hear you're liking the Square Reader! Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions at all (squ.re/contactsqsupport).
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very easy to use product
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It's great this card reader is free because the transaction charges are little high but it's so easy to use I allow for the charges due to the conscience factor. People carry their debit/credit cards without any cash so often that this helps keep the money coming in and not having to wait for checks to clear the bank. I recommend using it to supplement any very small business when there's less than 100 card transactions a month. Anything more than that you would benefit from a contract.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I LOVE MY SQUARE!!
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I have 5 Squares for my antique store and estate sale business. Easy to use and reliable.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awsome tool for sellers.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works fast and efficient.
Eash to install and statt using, very user friendly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Store
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Super easy. I walked, was taken right tp it then up to the register. I thonk I was in and out in under 10 minutes. The product is great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Square
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Thank you, HeatherB, for sharing your positive experience with Square Reader! We're here to help, and we appreciate your support of Square!
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love it! Easy to use and love how it doesn’t take a lot of space
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good card reader
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works just like advertised. It is easy to use and conveniently small.
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.
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to use!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great product, easy and reliable. Fits into headphone slot in iPhone or iPad.
I would recommend this to a friend
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!
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A must have business tool
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It's a must have for a business that is not a brick n mortar. Or even if it is a brick n mortar. It's a great cheap way to take payments. Super easy app to use. And secure encryption when processing the card. There is a % charge for transaction. Also cool is that they will credit back the cost of the reader. Double check to make sure it's still the same.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super Easy to Set-up & Use
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We were selling Girl Scout cookies at the mall and people kept asking if we took credit cards. Finally I went to the Best Buy Mobile down the hall and bought a Square. It didnt connect wirh my Otterbox case so I had to buy a thinner case. But once I did that set-up took about 5 min and we were accepting credit cards for cookies. The money was deposited the next day imto the troop account. It really made cookie seasom a lot easier!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome for small businesses on the go
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Reader responses accurately and fast. Very convenient and mobile. Small enough to fit in pocket.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Fees
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great product
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I was able to process my first credit card transaction with ease using the Square. Great product. 4 stars because of the 2.75% transaction charge.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Affordable, Reliable Device
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Square reader ($10 at a store but Square reimburses you when you set up an account) is a very good solution for processing transactions via Square, especially for a small business and they have best in market rates. Amazing free online reporting and tools. If you want a more substantial permanent solution with improved employee transaction tracking capabilities, try their new all-in-one Square Register.