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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2222 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

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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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Square Reader for phone

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

    I love this little thing, it makes doing business effortless.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      That's what we love to hear. That is truly what we strive for, Gypsy. SquareAU

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Square Card Reader

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

    The Square Card Reader served our organization's purpose perfectly. It was easy to use, and did not pose any problems throughout its use.

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

    So easy- plug and go

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

    This is a great product. Purchased to assist with sales of boyscout popcorn. A little hard to set up "employees"- but completely worth it!

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

    Great for simple on the go purchases

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

    Swiper is a bit finiky but it works when your on the go. Definitely invest in the chip reader for more secure purchase.

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

    Works excellent

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

    This product is great for any small vendors who want to take credit. Also lets you input credit cards directly into the phone and not have to swipe.

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

    Square Magstrip Reader

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

    Very convenient to have and more safer to use than attaching some of these cards to your account.

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

    Good

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

    Packaged second to none, everything in tac, used one item but not the other one yet worked as needed

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

    Great for small buisness

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

    They have a code for the time being to get you $10 back if you’re a new square user so it practically pays itself.

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

    Easy to use

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

    I actually bought this for a garage sale I was having. Customers loved the option! My husband uses it also for classes that he teaches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great once you learn how to use

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

    I think there should be a grace period to practice before charging to enter manually, it took quite a few tries to prefect sliding the card through, it won't work unless the card is slid through perfectly flat, the reader needs to be more forgiving.

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

    Love Square

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

    I got square to use for my pure romance business its so worth it & easy for customer's

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but temperamental

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

    I used this to increase the sale of our Girl Scout Cookies this year. It got to be temperamental. I previously had 2 with the chip readers that both would not work, so they were returned to get this one which did increase our cookie sales.

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

    great buy

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

    No waiting to receive a reader in the mail. Purchased at BestBuy.Upon setup the purchase price was added to my account. Started selling same day.

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

    Plug and use!

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

    The online database is amazing. I'm able to track all my inventory as well as easily set up new customers as they purchase from me.

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

    love Square

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

    This is a replacement for my first free one. The design is much sturdier and I use it all day for ringing up my sales and services as a hair designer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    Only gave it 4 stars because like so many other accesories that plugoes into your phone you need to remove your case (otterbox) it would be nice if they made the plug a bit longer to accomodate this or some.sort of an extender.

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

    Fair Product

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

    Great item to have for on the go credit card transactions and to use. Service fee can be a bit much and takes 2 days for money to hit.

    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.

    Works perfectly! I bought 2. They don't suck up the battery and they work every time. I've never had issues with Square.

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

    Square Credit Card Reader

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

    Recently purchased several Square devices for use with sales at multiple fireworks stands. Product works well for it's intended purpose!

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

    Once set up, the Square is easy to use for charges

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

    We received such excellent support at Best Buy when we made our Square purchase. We even stayed to purchase a new iPhone on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend