Square Tap to Pay
iPhone AndroidTurns an iPhone or Android phone into a contactless card reader for free, with a full POS, invoicing and reporting behind it.
- Platforms
- iPhone & Android
- Company
- Block, Inc.
- Monthly fee
- None to start
- Best for
- Most small businesses wanting an all-in-one free POS
About Square Tap to Pay
Square Point of Sale is the most widely used Tap to Pay app in the US and several other markets. The free app accepts tap cards and digital wallets directly on the phone with no extra hardware, and sits on top of Square's broader ecosystem: inventory, invoicing, an online store, payroll add-ons and detailed sales reporting. Next-business-day payouts are standard, with instant transfers available for a fee.
Pricing
2.6% + 15¢ contactless on the free plan (2.5% + 15¢ Plus, 2.4% + 15¢ Premium). No monthly fee on the free plan.
Key features
- Free POS app
- Invoicing
- Inventory management
- Online store
- Next-business-day payouts
- Sales reporting & analytics
- Team management
Where it's available
Square is available in: US, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, France, Spain, Japan.