A Square vs Dojo comparison.
Which is the best all-in-one card payment solution for you?
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Reliable payment hardware and software built to work seamlessly together.
Square is the all-in-one payments and POS partner you need to grow your business, whether you’re selling in person, online or both.
Tools and solutions to power your whole business with Square.
Set up an online store for free and integrate with one of our delivery partners.
Send an unlimited number of invoices, estimates or recurring invoices to request payments for goods and services.
Track employees, inventory and sales all for free using Square POS Software.
Simplify your day with our web-based appointment scheduling software and app.
Get your money deposited in your bank account as soon as the next working day or instantly for a fee.
How Square compares to Dojo*
| Cost comparison | SQUARE | DOJO |
| In-person processing fee | 1.75% | 1.4% + 5p |
| Online processing fee | 1.4% + 25p for UK cards or 2.5% + 25p for non-UK cards | 1.9% + 5p |
| No chargeback fees | Yes |
£28 + VAT each |
| No additional fees for American Express | Yes |
1.6%-2% + 5p |
| No hardware rental fees | Yes |
£20 + VAT/month |
| No additional fees for Business or Corporate cards | Yes |
1.9%-2.5% |
| Next-business-day transfer as standard | Yes |
Yes |
| Instant transfer (for a fee) | Yes |
No |
| In-person payments | ||
| Free POS app | Yes |
No |
| Free POS software | Yes |
No |
| All-in-one till system with customer display and built-in software | Yes |
No |
| Countertop iPad stand with built-in card reader | Yes |
No |
| Portable card machine with built-in receipt printer | Yes |
Yes |
| Physical and online gift cards | Yes |
No |
| Offline mode | Yes with Square Terminal and Square Register | Yes |
| Online and remote payments | ||
| Free online store | Yes |
No |
| Website templates | Yes |
No |
| Online ordering for Restaurants | Yes |
No |
| Photo Studio app for item library and online store | Yes |
No |
| Payment links | Yes |
Yes |
| Invoices | Yes |
No |
| Virtual Terminal to take payments over the phone or on your computer | Yes |
Yes |
| Solutions designed for you | ||
| Bespoke Retail POS system | Yes |
No |
| Bespoke Restaurant POS system | Yes |
No |
| Bespoke POS system for appointment-based businesses | Yes |
No |
| Kitchen Display System | Yes |
No |
| Loyalty programme software | Yes |
No |
| Email marketing software | Yes |
No |
| Team management | Yes |
No |
| Inventory management | Yes |
No |
| Connects with 100+ apps in the app marketplace including popular accounting, order ahead, eCommerce and booking platforms | Yes |
Yes |
| 25+ developer APIs for custom online, mobile and in-person workflows | Yes |
Yes |
| Dedicated 24/7 priority customer support team and phone line | Available on Paid Plans for Square for Restaurants, Square for Retail and Square Appointments and for Square Register and Square Terminal users | No |
| Trustpilot scores | Square: 4.1 | Dojo: 4.7 |
Competitive data on this page was collected as of 28th Feb 2023 and it is based on information found on dojo.tech. This information is subject to change or update without notice. Square does not make any representations as to the completeness or accuracy of the information on this page.
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More than just payments with Square.
When comparing Square vs Dojo for payments, many people are drawn to the all-in-one and comprehensive system of Square hardware and software that caters to different businesses of all sizes, wherever they take payments.
Best-in-class payment hardware.
Reliable and secure hardware for every type of business.
Take contactless and chip and PIN card payments anywhere with a card reader that pairs directly with your device.
Take payments, print receipts and run your business with a powerful, smart and portable payment terminal.
Get an all-in-one till system with a dedicated customer display and built-in POS software that lets you start selling straight out of the box.
Turn your iPad into a professional point of sale and take every type of payment, with a built-in card reader to match.
Frequently Asked Questions
(by people thinking about switching from Dojo to Square)
Switching is easier than you think. A Square implementation expert will help you set up hardware and software, connect your existing apps and services, train your staff and get the most out of Square.
You’ll just pay one flat fee per transaction. You purchase our hardware outright, so there are no monthly rental costs. You also get access to our POS app completely free. Learn more about how our fees work.
You can go from downloading Square POS to making your first sale by signing up for your free account here. Our hardware works straight out of the box with no configuration required. You can create your own site with our website builder on Square Online or sync your existing eCommerce platform.
Our Support Centre can help with general questions, and once you have signed up for an account, you can contact our highly trained customer support team via phone or email.
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