How Clover compares to Square
| Clover | Square | |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial & Trust | ||
| Trustpilot Rating1 | 4.6 Based on 2,662 reviews | 4.1 Based on 3,677 reviews |
| Getting Paid | ||
| Flexible in-person transaction pricing | ✔Bespoke pricing tailored to your business No minimum annual card volume required to discuss tailored pricing options. | 1.75% standard rate Businesses processing over £200k annually may be eligible for tailored pricing. |
| Standard payouts | Next business day | Next business day |
| Support | ||
| 7-day phone support as standard | ✔Monday-Sunday 08:00-00:00 | Monday-Friday2 09:00-17:00 |
| Dedicated Point of Contact | ✔Concierge support included | No dedicated account contact publicly identified2 |
| Device & Service Plans | ||
| Device Acquisition Options | Monthly rental | Monthly rental or upfront purchase |
| Entry-Level Card Reader | Clover Flex Pocket £15 + VAT/month | Square Handheld £29 + VAT/mo for six months or £169 + VAT one-off purchase |
| Mid-Range POS | Clover Mini £20 + VAT/month | Square Terminal £25 + VAT/month for 6 months or £149 + VAT one-off purchase |
| Full EPOS Station | Clover Station Duo £30 + VAT/month3 | Square Register £59 + VAT/month for 12 months or £699 + VAT one-off purchase |
| Service Plans | 4 | 3 |
| Free Plan | ✔Available | ✔Available |
| Built-in 4G/LTE connectivity | ✔Available Across the entire Clover device range | ✖Not available |
| Apps and integrations4 | 150+ apps and integrations available | 125+ apps and integrations available |
1 Trustpilot ratings and review counts were sourced from publicly available Trustpilot profiles on 17 July 2026.
2 Publicly advertised support hours and dedicated account contact information were reviewed from publicly available provider support materials on 17 July 2026.
3 Subject to minimum contract terms, eligibility and applicable service agreement.
4 App and integration counts are approximate and based on publicly available information reviewed on 17 July 2026.
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Discover what makes Clover different
Every hospitality business is different, but there are a few key areas worth reviewing when comparing POS providers.
Support that works around your trading hours
Questions don't always happen during office hours.
Customer support is available 7 days a week as part of your Clover service, helping you access assistance when you need it most.
A dedicated point of contact
Your Concierge acts as a dedicated point of contact for day-to-day support. From statement queries and account administration to collection balances and payment-related enquiries, Concierge support helps simplify account management and reduce time spent chasing answers.
Pricing designed around your business
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Clover offers tailored pricing based on your business needs, helping you find the right solution for the way you work.
Stay connected beyond WiFi
All Clover devices are LTE-ready, helping provide an additional connectivity option alongside WiFi. For businesses that rely on taking payments throughout the day, additional connectivity can help keep service moving.
Keep the tools you already rely on
Switching POS systems doesn't have to mean changing the way you work. With 150+ apps and integrations available through the Clover App Market, businesses can connect solutions for loyalty, online ordering, accounting, inventory management and more.
This helps support existing workflows while giving you flexibility to expand over time.
One platform for day-to-day operations
Bring payments, employee management, inventory tools and reporting together in one platform, helping reduce admin and improve visibility across your business.
Trusted by businesses across the UK
Don't just take our word for it. See what businesses have to say about their experience with Clover.
Built around the way you work.
From pocket-sized payment acceptance to full-service POS, Clover offers device options designed for different hospitality environments.
Thinking about switching from Square?
Whether you're looking for tailored pricing, additional support or greater flexibility,
our team can help you compare your current setup and explore your options.
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