Comparisons

Independent UK card payment provider comparisons.

Side-by-side overviews of how the major UK providers differ on pricing, contracts, terminals, settlement and business fit. We don't declare winners - your statement does.
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Barclaycard vs Worldpay

Two of the UK's largest card acquirers. Both serve businesses of every size, both offer blended and Interchange Plus pricing, and both are commonly introduced via banking or partner channels. The right fit depends on the specific account, not the brand.

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Dojo vs Teya

Two UK-focused providers popular with hospitality and independent retail. Both offer modern terminals and simple blended pricing. The difference is in package, contract length and the surrounding software.

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Worldpay vs Dojo

A traditional acquirer compared with a modern UK-focused provider. Pricing transparency, contract structure and the user experience differ meaningfully between the two.

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Lloyds Cardnet vs Barclaycard

Two long-established UK acquirers, both frequently bundled with business banking. Pricing depends heavily on the relationship at the time of onboarding.

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Teya vs SumUp

Both popular with smaller UK businesses, but built for different use cases. Teya targets owners who want a managed package with software. SumUp targets sole traders who want pay-as-you-go simplicity.

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Worldpay vs Teya

A traditional acquirer compared with a small-business focused provider. The right fit depends on monthly turnover, card mix and the type of contract you are comfortable with.

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Barclaycard vs Dojo

A long-established UK acquirer compared with a modern UK-focused provider. Differences in pricing model, contract structure and target customer matter more than the brand.

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Barclaycard vs Teya

A traditional bank-backed acquirer compared with a smaller-business focused provider. Pricing, contract length and the level of bundled software all differ.

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SumUp vs Zettle

Two popular pay-as-you-go providers used by sole traders and small UK businesses. Pricing models are similar, so the choice usually comes down to ecosystem and hardware.

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Square vs SumUp

Two pay-as-you-go providers popular with UK small businesses. The right fit depends on whether you want an integrated POS suite or just a simple card reader.

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Elavon vs Global Payments

Two large global acquirers serving UK merchants directly and through partner channels. Pricing varies significantly by channel and account size.

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