Both the Square Terminal and the Clover Flex are solid choices — here’s how they stack up side by side, then a plain verdict. Either one is provided and set up at $0 to get started on a zero-cost program.
| SquareSquare Terminal | CloverClover Flex | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one handheld POS | Handheld POS |
| Display | 5.5″ touchscreen | 5.99″ touchscreen (1440×720) |
| Payments | Tap, dip & swipe (NFC / EMV) | Tap, chip & swipe (NFC / EMV) |
| Printer | Built-in thermal (2.26″) | Built-in receipt printer |
| Battery | All-day | All-day; USB-C |
| Offline payments | Yes | Yes — online & offline |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, 4G/LTE & Bluetooth |
| Scanner | — | Built-in barcode scanner |
| Cost | $0 up front · terms at your free review | $0 up front · terms at your free review |
Choose the Square Terminal if you want a portable all-in-one terminal with a built-in receipt printer — take payments anywhere the sale happens. Choose the Clover Flex if you want a complete pos in your hand — take payments tableside, curbside, or anywhere on the floor. Not sure? I’ll tell you straight which fits your counter on a free review.
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Neither is universally better — it depends on your business. The Square Terminal suits a portable all-in-one terminal with a built-in receipt printer — take payments anywhere the sale happens; the Clover Flex suits a complete pos in your hand — take payments tableside, curbside, or anywhere on the floor.
Both are provided at no up-front equipment cost; simple monthly terms are confirmed on your free review, and processing savings can help cover them.
Yes — both can run on a compliant dual-pricing or surcharge program.
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