Low trading costs
A low rate of 1.6% per transaction – with no hidden costs and nothing to pay if you choose to cancel.
Barclaycard Flex card reader
Monthly rental
£15 plus VAT
Cancellation cost
£0
Contract length
18 months
Transaction costs
View pricing plans
The approval of your application depends on financial circumstances and borrowing history. Merchant T&Cs and product T&Cs apply.
Flexibility and reliability in one bestselling card reader
Whether it’s in-store on on-the-move, our best-selling card reader gives you the flexibility to take payments, offer refunds, and accept tips – with reporting to help you see who earned what.
You’ll be able to accept all major payment types, get money you take paid the next working day,* and trade without disruption. Plus, with low transaction rates and no hidden fees, you can rest assured we’re here to help your business thrive.
Watch our set up video to understand how you could get started with Flex.
*Settlement terms may vary. To receive next-day settlement, transactions need to be taken before 9pm
It’s our bestseller for many reasons
Get paid quickly
The money you take from card payments could be in your account as soon as the next working day.*
Flexible connectivity
Trade without disruption on Bluetooth, GPRS, Wi-Fi and mobile data networks.
Added extras
A FreshBooks accounting plan, on us, to help simplify business admin, worth over £300 a year.†
†Free FreshBooks plan available for selected Barclaycard customers only. FreshBooks reserves the right to terminate free accounts that don’t belong to an existing Barclaycard customer. The partners may receive a revenue share from each other on approved applications.
Take payments wherever your business takes you
Power through the day
Accept up to 700 sales a day on a full charge
Light and travel-friendly
It’s a lightweight yet durable 320g
How it measures up
Dimensions: 6.6” H x 3.2” W x 2.2” D
Pricing plans built to suit your business
For businesses with lower value and/or lower value transactions
1.6% cost per transaction
£15 plus VAT monthly rental fee
You can easily apply online and get a decision in a matter of minutes
For businesses with higher value and/or higher volume transactions
Custom cost per transaction
£15 plus VAT monthly rental fee
Call 0808 189 3804 Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm or request a call back.
Frequently asked questions
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I want to switch to Barclaycard. Will you pay my exit fees?
We could cover up to £3,000 of your exit fees if you switch to us. And we won't charge you for leaving if you need to in the future. Call 0808 189 3804, Monday to Friday from 9am – 6pm or request a call back.
Not available on Smartpay Anywhere. T&Cs apply.
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I want to change my current Barclaycard product. What do I do?
We'd be happy to talk you through some alternative options. Call 0800 161 5343, Monday to Friday, 8am – 6pm, or request a call back.
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I'm a member of a trade association. How do I apply?
We partner with trade associations to offer their members help and support specific to their industry. If your business is a trade association member, please let us know when you call. You can get in touch on 0808 189 3804, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, or fill in the form to request a call back.
10 ways a card reader benefits your business
In 2022, a record 91.2% of UK transactions were made using contactless payments.1 From increasing revenue and sales, to enhancing customer experience, read on to discover the top 10 ways a card reader can benefit your business.
1Data source: Barclays press release, 17 February 2023.
