What is WAPPoint Card Machine?
A WAPPoint card machine is a portable speed point or card terminal machine used to allow customers pay with their card.
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You can also use a WAPPoint card machine (WAPPoint PrintPOS) to sell prepaid services.
All card machines from WAPPoint allow you to take card payments through standard swiping, card insert, and tapping.
These card machines transact with any South African VISA/Master cards, and SASSA cards.Â
In addition, WAPPoint is also one of the only non-bank companies that can accept payments from Amex, Diners Club, Fuel/Fleet Cards.
And that’s not all! When you become a WAPPoint customer, you’ll have access to additional digital payment methods like an e-commerce payment gateway, Scan/Tap to Pay, payment landing pages, and Cloud-based Point of Sale Software, all for free.
One of the biggest benefits of WAPPoint is the option to rent their card machines,Â
And even better, they provide backup devices in case your unit ever becomes faulty.
WAPPoint Card Machine Options
WAPPoint Offers 3 types of card machines to choose from. You can choose to buy and own or rent on a temporary or long-term basis:
- Entry-level Bluetooth card machine –Â one that works by being paired with a phone (Pocket Pro POS).
- Standalone card machines – ones that use their own SIM cards. (Mini POS and Print POS).
- Who is it for: Perfect for small businesses, solo entrepreneurs, or those on a budget.
- How it works: The PocketPOS is a compact and portable solution that pairs with your phone using Bluetooth, making it ideal for business scenarios where your phone remains charged and there is a stable network connection.
- Looking at price comparisons, the PocketPOS is a huge money-saver! As it works with the free WAPPoint mobile app and enables you to access all other WAPPointPOS features without investing in a larger card swiping machine.
- Its high-quality build, with a sleek and modern design that alot of customers are familiar with.
- It is incredibly user-friendly, with no settings required as long as your WAPPoint account has been set up and approved.
- The PocketPOS has proven to be reliable, and practically gives zero problems.
- One thing to keep in mind, the PocketPOS can only be used by one user at a time. If you have multiple cashiers, each of them will need their own WAPPoint PocketPro unit.
WAPPoint Pocket Pro (Once-Off Purchase Option) Features
- Simple, modern classic design
- Always paired to the phone or tablet via Bluetooth
- Sends digital receipts via SMS or email for free
- Seamlessly pairs with WAPPoint mobile App
- All day battery life
- Payment:Â Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay via Card Insert, Swipe and Tap
WAPPoint Pocket Pro (Once-Off Purchase Option) Additional Features
- Accept Tips:Â Yes
- Process Refunds:Â Yes
- Fast Charging: Yes
- Digital Receipts:Â Yes (send receipts via SMS or email for free)
- Paper Receipts:Â No
- Packaging:Â 1x WAPPoint card machine device, 1x Free Back-Up Snap and Pay QR Code Sign, 1x USB Charger, User Guide, 1x Card Acceptance Display Decal
WAPPoint Pocket Pro (Once-Off Purchase Option) Pros
- 24/7/365 customer support including weekends and public holidays.
- Transaction fees can be negotiated to beat any current competition.
- No additional hidden costs such as payout fees, minimum swipe fees, or daily settlement fees.
- Rental Options are available on monthly basis and short-term lease (e.g for Expo or Event).
- Dedicated account managers for customer support.
- They will provide you with a backup card machine when your current card machine has a problem.
- Your card machine be repaired on ongoing basis.
WAPPoint Pocket Pro (Once-Off Purchase Option) Cons
- No trade-in option.
- One user per machine. i.e. cannot be used by multiple users or multiple cashiers.
Approx. Regular Price: R999.
Available Discount: Determined Upon Purchase.
Rentals From: R79/month or per expo.
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The PocketPOS is a fantastic solution for small businesses and solo entrepreneurs who are looking for an affordable and easy-to-use point-of-sale system.
However, it may not be the best choice for larger businesses with multiple cashiers as it can only be used by one user at a time. If this limitation speaks directly to you, consider starting out with the next two options: MiniPOS or PrintPOS.
Other than that, The Pocket POS is the only cost-effective, well-designed, and reliable card machine you rent/buy.
Who is it for: The MiniPOS is perfect for use in any fast-paced business scenarios, such as events and expos. It is ideal for both small and larger businesses, including those with multiple cashiers.
How it works: Standalone, fully touchscreen operated, with dual 4G SIM cards and WiFi compatibility to ensure a reliable connection.
- The Mini POS is a highly advanced standalone card machine with custom software and a responsive touchscreen.
- Its high-quality build, waterproof and rustproof design, and protected screen make it durable and reliable.
- With a larger battery capacity, the MiniPOS can last up to three days on a single full charge. Other card machines, especially from competitors only last up to one day from a single charge.
WAPPoint MiniPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Features
- Sleek Modern look and feel
- Full HD touch screen panel
- Android Operating System
- Great Quality built, waterproof, dustproof, & can sustain 1m drop test
- Â 1-year warranty
- Supports multiple operators/cashiers
- Sell Prepaid Services through card machine (Application required)
- 2x 4G Sim Cards at R50/month/Sim Card
- Sends digital receipts via SMS or email for free
- Built-in camera, speaker & microphone
- Up to 3 days battery life
- Payment: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Diners, Fuel and Fleet Cards, Apple Pay & Samsung Pay
WAPPoint MiniPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Additional Features
- Accept Tips:Â Yes
- Process Refunds:Â Yes
- Fast Charging: Yes
- Digital Receipts:Â Yes (send receipts via SMS or email for free)
- Paper Receipts:Â No
- Packaging: WAPPoint MiniPOS card machine device, 1x Free Back-Up Snap and Pay QR Code Sign, 1x USB Charger, User Guide, 1x Card Acceptance Display Decal
WAPPoint MiniPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Pros
- 24/7/365 customer support including weekends and public holidays.
- Transaction fees can be negotiated to beat any current competition.
- No additional hidden costs such as payout fees, minimum swipe fees, or daily settlement fees.
- Rental Options are available on monthly basis and short-term lease (e.g for Expo or Event).
- Connects to external Thermal Printer.
- Can integrate with a POS system to manage inventory.
- Dedicated account managers for customer support.
- They will provide you with a backup card machine when your current card machine has a problem.
- Your card machine be repaired on ongoing basis.
WAPPoint MiniPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Cons
- Not too price competitive for smaller businesses.
Approx. Regular Price: R2599.
Rentals From: 229/month or per expo.
Available Discount: Determined Upon Purchase.
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In conclusion, The MiniPOS is an advanced, strong-quality card machine that is perfect for small to medium-sized businesses.
Everything about it makes it a great option for outdoor events and expos, even in harsh weather environments such as dusty, windy, and rainy situations.
We did not find anything to dislike about it. Maybe the fact that it doesn’t have a built-in receipt printer?🤔 but that’s not a deadly limitation. If it is for you, you can consider starting with the PrintPOS.
Who is it for: The PrintPOS is ideal for larger businesses, particularly those generating over R15000 per month, and can be used in fast-paced business scenarios at events and expos.
How it works: Standalone, fully touchscreen operated, with dual 4G SIM cards and a built-in receipts printer.
- The PrintPOS can be seen as a larger, more advanced version of the MiniPOS, with a built-in printer for receipts.
- It is the only WAPPoint card machine that can sell prepaid services such as: electricity, airtime, mobile data, Dstv payments, money transfers, and other utility bills.
- For peace of mind, it exclusively comes with a one-year warranty for repairs and exchanges, which is something you don’t find in other card machine companies.
WAPPoint PrintPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Features
- Sleek Modern look and feel
- Full HD touch screen panel
- Â 1-year warranty
- Supports multiple operators/cashiers
- Sell Prepaid Services through card machine (Application required)
- 1x 4G Sim Card with Free unlimited data for transactions. Additional Sim at R50/month
- Has a built-in paper receipts printer
- Sends digital receipts via SMS or email for free
- Built-in camera, speaker & microphone
- All-day battery life
- Payment:Â Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay via Card Insert, Swipe and Tap
WAPPoint PrintPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Additional Features
- Accept Tips: Yes
- Process Refunds: Yes
- Fast Charging: Yes
- Digital Receipts: Yes (send receipts via SMS or email for Free)
- Paper Receipts: Yes
- Packaging: WAPPoint PrintPOS card machine, Free Back Up Snap and Pay QR Code Sign, Charger, User Guide, Card Acceptance Display Decal, Tally Rolls
WAPPoint PrintPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Pros
- 24/7/365 customer support including weekends and public holidays.
- Transaction fees can be negotiated to beat the current competition (based on turnover).
- No additional hidden costs such as payout fees, minimum swipe fees, or daily settlement fees.
- Rental Options are available on a monthly basis and short-term lease (e.g for Expo or Event).
- Dedicated account managers for customer support.
- They will provide you with a backup card machine when your current card machine has a problem.
- Card machine be repaired or replaced on an ongoing basis.
WAPPoint PrintPOS (Once-Off Purchase Option) Cons
- Not too price competitive for smaller businesses.
Approx. Regular Price: R3899.
Available Discount: Determined Upon Purchase.
Rentals From: R299/month or R399 for up to 3 weeks.
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Ultimately, The WAPPoint PrintPOS is what you need as a large business. It is satisfyingly large and well-equipped.
With its built-in printer and the ability to sell prepaid services, it can handle a wide range of transactions and services on the spot.
We also appreciate WAPPoint for including a one-year warranty on it, this helps justify its cost and gives a peace of mind in case of any issues.
WAPPoint Transaction Fees
WAPPoint transaction fees are straightforward. They provide a fee structure that arguably eliminates confusion when compared to any competitor.
For a start, they charge 2.95% Excluding VAT or 3.34% including VAT for every transaction made. Which translates to about R3.34 for every R100 swiped by a customer.
They do not charge you anything on top. Just a fair, transparent fee structure that makes sense.
Meaning, you only get charged a percentage that’s quoted to you and you don’t have to worry about any surprise settlement fees, minimum swipe fees, or any other sneaky charges.
Any fees discounts: Yes, you can get a discount if you hit specific monthly turnover milestones or you can negotiate fees with your dedicated account manager at any stage of your business. WAPPoint promises to beat rates by any competitor.
Conclusion
As you can see, WAPPoint does a lot of things better than most card machine companies in South Africa.
And with their free backup solution, reliable connectivity, affordable prices, and unparalleled customer support, you can rest assured that your business will be able to accept credit card payments with ease and optimal uptime.
With over two decades years of experience in the payments processing industry, WAPPoint has established a reputation as a trusted and reliable partner for businesses.
However, We understand that you might not be able to afford some of their card machines right away…
For this reason, check out similar alternatives available from other card machine companies in South Africa: ✅
