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Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay in a tap, so the queue keeps moving at the morning rush.
Card machines for cafés and coffee shops
Busy mornings, small payments, queues out the door. You need a card machine that's quick at the counter, easy for staff and costs you less on every coffee.
What cafés need
Built for small, fast payments
Most café sales are small and contactless. That changes what matters in a card machine deal.
Fees that suit small sales
On a £3 coffee, a per-transaction fee matters as much as the percentage. We look at both when we quote.
Next-day settlement
Yesterday's takings in your bank the next working day, to cover stock and wages.
Which terminal?
Counter, tables, or both
PAX A920 Pro: if you serve at tables
Portable, with a built-in receipt printer and 4G with Wi-Fi backup. Take payment at the table or on the terrace, then drop it back in the dock.
See the A920 Pro
PAX A35: if everyone pays at the till
A compact countertop terminal that links to your till or EPOS, so the amount appears on the terminal automatically.
See the A35
What you get
More than a low rate
- Debit card rates from 0.29%* (T&Cs apply)
- £0 upfront, zero hidden fees, zero PCI fees
- Next-day settlement as standard
- Pay by link and phone payments for catering and pre-orders
- Mobile and web portal to see every sale
- Your own account manager and 24/7 UK support
Already have a card machine? Send us a recent statement and we'll show you what you could save, up to 50% on some fees. If you're already on a great deal, we'll tell you straight.
*0.29% applies to UK consumer debit cards for businesses with monthly card takings above £40,000. Credit, business and international card rates, and rates for lower takings, are quoted individually. Subject to eligibility and status.
What's the best card machine for a small café?
If customers always pay at the counter, a countertop terminal like the PAX A35 linked to your till is simple and quick. If you serve at tables or have outdoor seating, a portable terminal like the PAX A920 Pro lets staff take payment wherever the customer is.
How are card fees charged on small café payments?
Most deals have a percentage of each sale plus a small fixed fee per transaction. On low-value sales the fixed fee can be a big share of the cost, so compare both, not just the headline percentage. Our card machine fees guide explains each charge.
Can I switch if I'm still in a contract?
Often, yes. Send us your statement and we'll look into it. In some cases, subject to approval, we can help with the exit fee.
Will it work with my till or EPOS?
Our terminals work with many UK EPOS and till systems. Tell us which one you use and we'll confirm before you switch.
Get your café quote
Lower card fees for your café
Tell us about your café and we'll come back with a personalised rate. You can also email a recent statement to info@payzu.co.uk.
- Debit card rates from 0.29% (T&Cs apply)
- £0 upfront
- Zero hidden & PCI fees
- Next-day settlement