Square vs Shopify Tap to Pay
Shopify Tap to Pay is the obvious pick if you sell on Shopify and want unified inventory across online and in person. Square is better as a standalone, free POS for businesses not tied to Shopify.
| Square | Shopify Tap to Pay | |
|---|---|---|
| Company | Block, Inc. | Shopify Inc. |
| Platforms | iPhone & Android | iPhone & Android |
| In-person pricing | 2.6% + 15¢ contactless on the free plan (2.5% + 15¢ Plus, 2.4% + 15¢ Premium). No monthly fee on the free plan. | In-person rates from ~2.6% + 0¢ depending on Shopify plan; requires a Shopify subscription (plans from ~$29/mo). |
| Monthly fee | None to start | From $29/mo |
| Business reporting | Yes | Yes |
| Countries | US, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, France | US, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, Netherlands |
| Best for | Most small businesses wanting an all-in-one free POS | Shopify merchants selling online and in person |