Countertop card machines
Reliable terminals for fixed tills, reception desks and busy counters where speed and a consistent connection matter.
All solutions
Card payments & POS
Card payment machines and EPOS systems for your business
Take card payments confidently at the counter, tableside or on the move. We help businesses across the UK compare card machines, processing costs and connected point-of-sale systems.
Your business, your options
Let’s review your payment setup.
Share your contact and business details, including your current provider. A recent processing statement helps us review your options, but is completely optional.
Card machines for every way you trade
Choose the right card payment machine for your business
From a single card reader to a connected multi-till setup, Santos helps UK businesses compare practical options for accepting debit cards, credit cards, contactless payments and mobile wallets.
Portable card machines
Take contactless, chip and PIN, and mobile wallet payments around your premises, from tableside to the shop floor.
Mobile card readers
Flexible payment options for tradespeople, pop-ups, events and teams that need to accept card payments away from a fixed till.
Card processing costs
Understand the full cost of taking card payments
A headline transaction rate is only part of the picture. We compare your current monthly card processing fees, EPOS cost and hardware rental against the proposed setup, so you can see the estimated difference clearly.
- 0.55%* card processing rate across all cards
- Current EPOS and hardware costs included in the comparison
- A personalised review of your current provider and payment setup
- Final pricing confirmed after reviewing your business
*0.55% is a conditional rate based on higher processing volume. Actual rates may vary depending on your business profile and transaction levels.
Request a payment reviewIntegrated EPOS systems
Connect payments with your point of sale
An integrated EPOS system can bring payments, products and day-to-day sales information together. We help you consider the tools your team actually needs, without overcomplicating the till.
Retail shops
Restaurants and cafés
Pubs and hospitality
Salons and barbers
Trades and mobile services
Professional services
Support across the UK
Card payment and EPOS support for UK businesses
Whether you run an independent shop, hospitality venue, salon, professional practice or mobile business, we can review how you take payments and recommend a suitable setup anywhere in the UK.
Discuss your payment setupCard payment questions
What businesses ask before switching
How much does a card payment machine cost?
The total depends on transaction charges, hardware and any EPOS subscription. Santos compares these monthly costs together rather than focusing on one headline figure.
Which card machine is right for my business?
That depends on where you take payments, transaction volumes, connectivity and whether you need a standalone reader or integrated POS. We review those details before recommending an option.
Can card payments connect to an EPOS system?
Yes. A connected setup can reduce manual till entry and bring product and sales information into one workflow. Available features depend on the selected equipment and software.
What we can help with
The right fit, explained clearly.
We start with the reality of your business rather than a one-size-fits-all package. You get a clear recommendation and a practical route forward.
Portable, countertop and mobile card payment machines
Contactless, chip and PIN, and mobile wallet acceptance
EPOS systems for products, sales reporting and everyday operations
Practical support choosing, setting up and connecting your solution
How it works
A straightforward conversation first.
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Understand where and how you take payments
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Compare the right card reader and POS setup
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Help your team get ready to take payments