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How to choose a card terminal for markets and pop-ups

Kort-Terminal redaksjonen18 December 20255 min read

A terminal for a fixed counter and one for a market stall have different needs. When you sell outdoors and move around a lot, battery, connectivity and weight matter more than a big screen.

What to prioritise

Built-in SIM: don’t rely on guest Wi-Fi or your phone’s hotspot at a busy market.
Battery that lasts a full day without charging.
Light weight and a good grip — you’ll hold it for hours.
No contract, so you don’t pay a monthly fee out of season.

For this use, a compact standalone reader with built-in connectivity is almost always the best choice. There’s no phone to pair, and you only pay when you sell.

SumUp Solo is our top-rated mobile terminal — read why in the full review.

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