Square Reader
An affordable, reliable EFTPOS machine.
Our most affordable card reader. Accept secure payments anywhere.
Secure payments every time
Square Reader safely and securely accepts contactless cards, chip + PIN cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay anywhere. Plus, get data security, 24/7 fraud prevention and payment-dispute management at no extra cost.
Ready to take payments in minutes
Get started in no time – connect wirelessly, accept credit and debit cards, and get money in your bank account the next day or instantly for a small fee.
A battery that keeps up
Square Reader packs a powerful battery in a pocket-sized POS, so you can take payments anywhere your customers are.
Stay connected
Square Reader stays connected to your device, so you’re always ready for your next sale – whether it’s in 20 minutes or the next day. With offline payments¹, you can keep selling for up to 24 hours without internet.
Additional terms apply.
Just tap or insert to pay
Be ready for every sale with Square Reader.
Tap your device or card
Customers can hold their devices or contactless cards near the reader for even faster payment with Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Insert the chip
Chip cards are inserted into the reader, and customers can insert their PIN and be checked out in just two seconds.
Specialised apps that power your whole business
Easy to use and customisable for every business (even ones that do a little of everything), this POS software lets you sell in person, online or wherever your customers are.
An all-in-one POS for front and back of house operations that keeps your orders and your team organised.
A POS designed to help retail stores sell in-store and online seamlessly, with built-in tools for advanced inventory management, sales and staffing.
An appointment-scheduling POS built to save you time and help you stay in control, with an intuitive and seamless customer booking experience.
Manage your services with an all-in-one invoicing software. Send digital invoices and estimates, accept payments, send reminders and track which invoices are paid.
Pricing
With Square, there are no lock-in contracts or hidden fees. Get started in minutes and next-day transfers to your bank account is standard.
$65
Our most-affordable EFTPOS reader with a one-time purchase cost and a small 1.6% processing fee for in-person card payments.
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Find the right accessories
With a wide range of accessories, transform your Square Reader into a complete mobile POS or keep it in place on the counter.
Specs and features
Bluetooth-enabled (BLE)
Enabled with BLE 5.3 for stable connection and Stay Connected mode for effortless pairing.
Professional, portable design
Purpose-built hardware gives your business a professional feel day in and day out.
One-year warranty
If you run into issues with your Square Reader, you have a one-year limited warranty. Plus, get free help from our customer support team during business hours.
The most affordable ways to take card payments with Square.
Square Reader
Low one-time cost, pocket-sized and reliable Bluetooth pairing.
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Read the guide
Get step-by-step instructions and helpful info on all Square Reader can do for your business.
FAQs
A good, affordable EFTPOS machine usually combines three things: strong security, reliable connectivity and affordable payments. With a low upfront cost, simple processing fees and no lock-in contracts, Square Reader is a great option for businesses looking for a reliable and affordable EFTPOS machine.
Square’s lowest cost EFTPOS machine is the Square Reader, available for a one-time cost of just $65. It lets you accept tap-and-go, chip + PIN, Apple Pay, and Google Pay payments anywhere making it the most affordable way to start taking card payments with Square.
No, you only pay a small fee of 1.6% per transaction. There’s no additional monthly fee for the reader itself. Custom transaction fees may be available for businesses that process over $250k annually.
Tap to Pay on iPhone and Tap to Pay on Android uses a compatible phone you already own. If you prefer a dedicated device, Square Reader is a low-cost option at $65.
Square Reader provides a professional payment experience that adds legitimacy to your business, compared to bank transfers or using your personal phone to accept payments. A dedicated purpose-built device like Square Reader offers instant credibility and a more professional feel by creating a separate transaction space where your customers can tap or insert their card.
Square Reader is compatible with a wide range of Android and iOS devices. Square offers a range of cases, a dock and other accessories to transform your Square Reader into a mobile or countertop POS solution.
Square Reader requires an internet connection. Connect Square Reader to the internet through a Wi-Fi network. No Wi-Fi? You can use offline payments² to keep taking payments for up to 24 hours. Additional terms apply.
Square Reader does need to be charged. Once charged, the battery lasts all day.
Yes. Square Reader accepts chip cards, contactless (NFC) cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay.
To connect to Square Reader, press and release the button on your reader to turn it on. Go to your device settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on. Open the Square App and tap the three horizontal lines in the bottom-right corner to navigate to the menu. Tap Settings > Hardware > Square Reader > Connect a Reader.
Square Reader does not hold any account information (it’s all contained on the Square App), so you can pair multiple readers with the same device and take payments all the same without any complications. The reader can be used with multiple devices, but it only connects with one device at a time.
Square Reader requires an internet connection to process payments. You can use Wi-Fi, hotspot or mobile data.
Our highly trained Support team is available via phone or email. Australia-based phone support is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday and email is available 24/7. You can also visit our Support Centre 24/7 to find useful tips, articles and thorough video walkthroughs.
You can accept contactless and chip + PIN payments easily once you have your Square Reader connected to your mobile device. Once it’s connected, all you need to do is open up the Square app, finalise your sale and then tap Charge. Your customer then either taps or inserts their card to make the payment. When you see four green lights on the reader and a confirmation message in the app, the payment has successfully completed.
Security is engineered into every Square product from the ground up. Square performs data encryption within the card reader at the time of payment.
Accepting chip + PIN payments with Square Reader is easy and secure. First make sure your Reader is connected to your device, then open the Square App, finalise your sale and tap Charge. Insert the chip + PIN card (chip-side first with the front of the card facing up) into the wide port on the top of your reader and turn the screen of your mobile device to your customer for secure PIN entry.
Once the PIN has been entered, make sure your customer has touched the blue tick button. When you see four green lights on the reader and a confirmation message in the app, the payment has successfully completed and you can remove the card.
Funds are delivered by default as fast as the next day. You can also customise your transfer schedule to suit the needs of your business.
Reader will stay connected to make a sale without needing to pair your reader again.
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