Card Readers
Card readers for iPhone and Android
In-person card payments with Tap to Pay, a Bluetooth reader or an internet reader — straight into your Stripe account.
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| Reader | Best for | Connection | Works with | Extra hardware | Available in |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tap to Pay on iPhone Contactless · No extra hardware | Selling with nothing but an iPhone | Tap to Pay | iOS | None | 37 countries |
| Tap to Pay on Android Contactless · No extra hardware | Selling with nothing but an Android phone | Tap to Pay | Android | None | 37 countries |
| BBPOS WisePad 3 Bluetooth mobile reader | Chip and PIN payments on the go | Bluetooth | iOS & Android | Card reader | 36 countries |
| Stripe Reader M2 Bluetooth mobile reader | A simple pocket reader in the US | Bluetooth | iOS & Android | Card reader | United States |
| BBPOS WisePOS E Internet reader · Touchscreen | An all-in-one counter or handheld reader | Internet | iOS & Android | Card reader | 24 countries |
| Stripe Reader S700 Internet reader · Touchscreen | Busy counters that want a large screen | Internet | iOS & Android | Card reader | 35 countries |
| Verifone V660p Internet reader · Built-in printer | Counters that need printed receipts | Internet | iOS & Android | Card reader | 9 countries |
Every reader works with the same Paid app and pays straight into your Stripe account. Back to all readers
Simple setup
Get started in 3 easy steps
Install the app
Download Paid for Stripe — free on the App Store and Google Play. Nothing else to buy.
Connect your Stripe account
Link your existing Stripe account in a couple of taps — or create one right from the app if you don't have it yet.
Start accepting payments
Enter the amount, then tap a contactless card or phone — and that's it, you're getting paid.
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Accept card payments with just your phone
