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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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  • 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

    awsome

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

    my wife sells avon and scentsy so i got this for her since a lot of her customers pay with card very convinient to have and d fee they charge is very little.

    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.

    This is a nice tool to use as a backup payment plan for my business. I do prefer to just use the card photo option which is part of the square account as you have to hold this reader from swiveling around in the headphone jack while you swipe the card

    No, I would not 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 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

    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

    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

    Business gotta have it

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

    We going to cancel the unit for credit card that cost 300, and the bb & t fees of 50 every month for this better n cheaper way to accept credit cards payment.

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

    Happy Customer

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

    It's a great resource. I was able to sell merch at my shows.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      We're happy to hear you were able to use your Square Reader at your shows, @ Biyoh21. Thanks for taking the time to leave this review. SquareAU

  • 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

    Works great

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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.

    Works great with the Square app and reads cards well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      That's music to our ears, Vicki. Thanks for sharing. SquareAU

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    She

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good price and very helpful people and friendly people

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Amazing to hear! We appreciate your feedback :) SquareAU

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Had to return

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

    Nothing wrong with just needed a different one for the correct phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Square
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      Awesome. Feel free to let us know if there's anything we can do to make your experience 5 star. SquareAU

  • 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 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 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

    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 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

    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