Countertop card machines
Having the capability to accept payments via card machines is becoming more essential for businesses operating in fixed locations.
- Take face-to-face card payments
- Flexible contract lengths starting from one-month rolling for switchers
- Fast, secure and cost-effective
- No fees for PCI DSS compliance or non-compliance
- Improve cash flow and get your money the next banking day*
Countertop credit card machines
UK Finance reports that approximately only one third of payments nowadays are made via cash, so if you’re not already accepting card payments - you could be in danger of being left behind.
Countertop card machines are an important asset for all kinds of businesses, and when you set up with Handepay - you won’t have to pay any hidden charges.
With Handepay it's simple...
- Flexible contract lengths starting from one-month rolling for switchers
- Accept contactless payments including Apple Pay, Google Pay & Samsung Pay
- Improve cash flow and get your money the next banking day*
- No minimum monthly service charge (MMSC)
- No fees for PCI DSS compliance or non-compliance
- Free Business Resource Centre
*The accelerated settlement service incurs a fee of £4 per month charged by EVO, our card acquirer. Providing your card machine performs a reconciliation before 12am (midnight), you’ll receive settlement of funds the next banking day.
Countertop card machines are exactly as their name suggests - card machines that sit on the countertop at the point of sale.
It’s your traditional face-to-face card payment method. The countertop card machine sits on the counter - so it takes up very little space.
You can imagine the types of businesses that use these types of machines. Typically, you’ll find that countertop machines are best adopted from fixed premises - one single location, where all card payments are made.
This could include:
- Accountants
- Bridal Shops
- Cafes
- Chemists
- Convenience Stores
- Dry Cleaners
- Gift Shops
- Jewellers
- Opticians
- Restaurants
- Bed and Breakfasts
- Butchers
- Car Servicing / Sales
- Clothes Shops
- Dentists
- Florists
- Hair and Beauty
- Newsagents
- Printers
- Supermarkets
And many more...
Features of a countertop card machine
Providing a fast and secure way to accept card payments from your customers from a fixed location, the countertop card machine service available through Handepay is easy to use.
Fully equipped with contactless payment technology, our countertop card machines can accept contactless debit and credit card payments as well as payments made through Apple, Samsung and Google Pay devices.
This means that your customers always have a number of payment options to choose from.
General features include:
Available as dial up or IP
Reliable and easy to use
Small footprint which fits neatly onto most countertops
Certified to the industry's latest security standard PCI PTS 4.0
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Faster transaction processing
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Contactless including Apple, Samsung and Google Pay
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Colour screen with optional backlight
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Dimensions - 190mm (L) x 78mm (W) x 78mm (H)
What's included in your box?
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Card machine
Our simple to use countertop card machinePower supply
Power your card machine by plugging it inEthernet and phone line cable
Connect your card machine to your phone line or broadband -
Two paper rolls
Take payments and print receipts straight awayQuick Reference Guide
A simple guide to operating your card machineWindow decal
Advertise that you take card payments
Why choose Handepay?
Choosing Handepay isn't just about our fast and effective countertop card machines.
It's about a long term cost effective solution for all of your card payment needs.
But why else should you choose us?
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No hidden fees
In contrast to other card machine providers, we don't charge many of the fees you may find on your statement
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Hassle-free switching
In most cases, we cover your fees when you switch to us. Our team is on hand to help you switch and save
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28,000 customers
We have a loyal and happy customer base - which is reflected by our ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating
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Service & Support
We’re available around the clock to respond to your needs - with 24/7 service and support
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What our customers say
The Copper Tree
“I saved over £150 per month by switching to a Handepay credit card machine! I was thrilled to discover that Handepay’s charges for accepting payments through a credit card machine were straightforward."
Countertop card machines FAQs
Yes - our countertop card machines accept contactless payments from all major debit and credit cards as well as Apple, Samsung and Google Pay devices.
A countertop machine works just like any other card machine. As long as it’s connected (via dial up or IP) - customers can make Chip and PIN payments and contactless payments as normal.
From completing the application process it takes on average three working days to be set up to accept card payments.
Yes, all our card machines are plug and play with simple to follow instructions allowing you to fully complete the set up in just a few minutes.
With other providers - you might find that there are fees for joining, a minimum monthly service charge (MMSC) and authorisation fees. You won’t face any of these charges or hidden costs with Handepay. You'll only pay for your countertop card machine rental and a small percentage of each transaction made.
It doesn’t matter whether you're new to card payments or looking to switch from another provider - we can help you find the right countertop card machine for your business.
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