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Credit Card Terminals – The Top 3 Machines

The Top 3 Credit Card Terminals

Choosing the right credit card terminal or payment solution is vital to your business. You may think that most credit card terminals are the same. This is not the case, there are features and functions that separate the higher cost credit card terminals from the less expensive ones. We have created a list below of the top 3 credit card machines in the category below. Check our blog for other credit card terminal categories

Standard Dial Up Credit Card Terminals

#1. Verifone Vx570: Powerful processor authorizes transactions in seconds, so your customer spend more time shopping and less time waiting in line

  • Built-in thermal printer is quiet and extremely fast
  • Drop-in paper loading virtually eliminates paper jams that create frustration and delay
  • Vertical, triple-track card reader improves read rates, lowering your costs on manual transactions
  • Advanced graphic capabilities on the display and printer quickly render logos, special fonts, and character-based languages
  • Design provides for cost-efficient upgrades and enhancements
  • Backlit, white display with crisp characters enhances readability under any lighting condition
  • Processes all transactions including debit, credit, and EBT payments
  • Expanded memory supports revenue-producing extras such as prepaid services, gift and loyalty cards, check authorization, age verification and more
  • Optional Dial plus Ethernet module means transaction speeds under 5 seconds
  • ATM-style interface, clear menu prompts, and easy to read keys minimize training and reduce employee error
  • Internal PIN pad speeds debit and other PIN-based transactions without clutter
  • Plug-and-play device is as easy to install as it is easy to use
  • PCI PED approval by Visa and MasterCard ensures compliance with the most recent security standards
  • Proven VX Solutions and SoftPay software provide an easily integrated, flexible, and familiar environment
  • Lightweight, compact device is easy to hand over to customer for secure PIN entry
  • Locking power cord virtually eliminates disconnection, avoiding lost time rebooting
  • Other security protections include tamper-resistant construction, end-to-end SSL protocols, and VeriShield file authentication

#2. Verifone Vx510 The Vx 510 is a PCI PED and EMV approved entry-point, countertop solution that offers big things in a small package. It provides extraordinary performance in a sleek, compact design.

The PCI PED approved Vx 510 offers superior performance for payment and value-added applications—and dramatically reduces transaction time to just a few seconds. Part of VeriFone’s Vx Solutions portfolio, it leverages existing SoftPay and Verix applications to allow merchants to get up and running quickly and efficiently.

  • The latest, most reliable advances in security to give small businesses invaluable peace of mind
  • Optional GPRS broadband connectivity for lightning-fast transactions
  • Efficient processing and high-speed thermal printer keep checkout lines on the move
  • Multi-tasking memory supports bank cards and value-added applications like loyalty or gift cards
  • ATM-style interface, large backlit display, ergonomic keys and bold prompts reduce errors

#3. Ingenico i5100

The Ingenico 5100 is an advanced, powerful, secure and flexible payment terminal that provides a single solution for electronic transaction acceptance to retailers and restaurants.

  • Cost effective, high speed credit card terminal
  • Standard dial up connection with additional IP capability for faster transactions