Fast at the counter
A countertop terminal that can link to a compatible till can show the total automatically, so customers tap and go and the queue keeps moving.
Card machines for convenience stores and corner shops
Long opening hours, queues at peak times and a basket full of small purchases. A card machine that keeps the queue moving and keeps more of every sale in the till.
The corner-shop reality
Card payments for a store that never stops
Papers and milk first thing, school-run snacks mid-afternoon, a quick shop after work. Most of those payments are small, which is why the right fees matter.
Fees that suit small baskets
When most sales are small, the fixed fee on every payment can cost more than the percentage. We look at both when we quote. See our card machine fees guide.
Every way to pay
Contactless, chip and PIN, Apple Pay and Google Pay, so you never turn a customer away at the counter.
For independent stores
What a convenience store should look for
- A terminal that can link to a compatible till or EPOS, so totals aren't typed twice
- A quote that shows the percentage, the fee per payment and the monthly terminal fee
- £0 upfront, zero hidden fees and zero PCI fees
- A second portable terminal for deliveries or a busy shop floor
- A real person to call, with 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. Already in a contract? Let us look into it and find you a saving. See our guide to switching card machine provider.
Subject to eligibility and status. Savings vary by business.
Which terminal?
Two terminals that suit a corner shop
PAX A35
A compact countertop terminal with a physical PIN keypad that can link to a compatible till. Small enough for a crowded counter.
See the A35
PAX A920 Pro
Portable, with a built-in receipt printer, 4G and Wi-Fi backup. Handy for deliveries, a second till or out on the shop floor. See our guide to mobile card machines.
See the A920 Pro
Stock and growth
A cash advance for stock or a refit
If your store takes a good share of its sales by card, a business cash advance can help pay for stock, a new fridge or a refit. It is repaid as a small, agreed percentage of your daily card sales, so you pay more when it is busy and less when it is quiet. A cash advance generally costs more than a typical bank loan, so compare the total you would repay. Eligibility depends on how your business is set up. Decisions typically take 24–48 hours, subject to approval by our funding partner. See how a business cash advance works.
PayZu is a business-to-business introducer, not a lender or a broker. We do not charge fees to applicants but may receive a commission from the funding partner. Subject to eligibility and approval.
What is the best card machine for a convenience store?
For most convenience stores, a countertop terminal linked to the till, such as the PAX A35, is quickest at the counter. If you deliver or want a second payment point, add a portable PAX A920 Pro.
What fees should a corner shop compare?
Compare the percentage on each sale, the fixed fee on every payment, the monthly terminal fee and any extra charges such as PCI or statement fees. With lots of small payments, the fixed fee often matters most. Our card machine fees guide shows what to look for.
Can I keep my current 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.
I'm in a contract with my current provider. Can I still switch?
Often, yes. Send us your statement and we'll look into it and find you a saving. In most cases, subject to approval, we can help with your exit or termination fee.
How quickly can a convenience store start taking payments?
Most businesses are up and running within 24 hours of receiving their terminal, because it arrives pre-configured.
Get your quote
Lower card fees for your convenience store
Tell us about your store and we'll come back with a personalised quote. You can also email a recent statement to info@payzu.co.uk.
- £0 upfront
- Zero hidden & PCI fees
- Your own account manager
- 24/7 UK support