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Card Processing

Epos Now - Merchants to Use Its Own Payments or Pay £89+VAT Per Month

Epos Now has ended third-party payment integrations and is charging merchants £89+VAT/month if they don't switch to Epos Now Payments. Here's what it means for your business.

8 May 20267 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Revolut: Card Machine Fees and Features Compared in 2026

Comparing Dojo and Revolut card machines for UK businesses in 2026 - fees, hardware, contracts and which provider suits your needs best.

7 May 20266 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Square: Which Card Machine Suits Your Business in 2026?

Comparing Dojo and Square card machines for UK businesses in 2026 -- pricing, hardware, contracts and which provider suits you best.

7 May 20266 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs NatWest Tyl: Card Machine Fees and Features Compared in 2026

Dojo vs NatWest Tyl: compare card machine fees, hardware costs, and contracts to find the best payment provider for your UK business in 2026.

7 May 20266 min
Hospitality

Card Machines for Restaurants: Choosing the Right Hardware and Getting a Fair Deal on Fees

Choosing the right card machine can save your restaurant money and speed up service. Compare hardware options, fee structures, and providers to get the best deal.

7 May 20267 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Worldpay: Which Card Machine Is Right for Your Business in 2026?

Dojo and Worldpay are two of the UK's most popular card machine providers. Here's how their pricing, hardware, and contracts compare in 2026.

7 May 20267 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Zettle: Comparing Card Machine Fees and Features in 2026

Comparing Dojo and Zettle card machines for UK businesses in 2026 - fees, hardware costs, contract terms and which provider suits your business best.

7 May 20266 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Barclaycard: Which Card Machine Provider Is Right for You in 2026?

Dojo vs Barclaycard: we compare pricing, hardware, contracts and more to help UK businesses choose the right card machine provider in 2026.

7 May 20266 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Stripe: Card Machine and Payment Processing Compared for 2026

Dojo vs Stripe compared for UK businesses in 2026: pricing, hardware, contracts, and which provider suits your needs.

7 May 20267 min
Hospitality

Card Readers and Machines for Cafes: Finding the Right Fit and Keeping Fees Low

Choosing the right card payment setup can make a real difference to your cafe's margins. Here's how to find the best fit and keep transaction fees low.

7 May 20265 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs Teya: Which Card Machine Provider Offers Better Value in 2026?

Comparing Dojo and Teya card machines for UK small businesses in 2026. Pricing, hardware, contracts and features reviewed to help you find the best value.

7 May 20266 min
Card Processing

Dojo vs SumUp: Which Is Better Value for UK Businesses in 2026?

We compare Dojo and SumUp card machines on pricing, hardware, contracts and value for UK businesses in 2026.

7 May 20266 min

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