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Zettle by PayPal
Card readers and a point-of-sale app from PayPal, with one transaction rate and no monthly fee.
Free plan £ pricing
Price
1.75% per card or mobile wallet transaction, including American Express. Invoices and payment links 2.5%. PayPal Reader £29 excl. VAT for new business users (extra readers £69); PayPal Terminal from £149 excl. VAT. No contracts or recurring fees.
Free plan
No monthly fee; you pay per transaction and buy the reader.
Best for
Mobile traders and small shops who want one flat rate and no contract.
Watch out for
The £29 reader price is a new-user offer; delivery fees apply.
UK notes
UK prices in pounds, excl. VAT on hardware.
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Questions
Does Zettle by PayPal have a free plan?
Yes. No monthly fee; you pay per transaction and buy the reader.
How much does Zettle by PayPal cost?
1.75% per card or mobile wallet transaction, including American Express. Invoices and payment links 2.5%. PayPal Reader £29 excl. VAT for new business users (extra readers £69); PayPal Terminal from £149 excl. VAT. No contracts or recurring fees.
What are the alternatives to Zettle by PayPal?
Alternatives include SumUp, Square, myPOS.
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