The Best Credit Card Reader for your Vending Machine

With cashless payment systems becoming the standard, credit card readers are becoming an asset to any vending machine. Customers can pay with their cell phones and more and more are doing so. Cantaloupe, the leading developer in cashless systems, reports credit card payments increase average vending machine sales by 30 percent over cash, with another 15 percent boost from mobile payment apps. The credit card reader has more than proven itself to be a worthy investment among vending franchises.

So how does a vending machine business owner decide which credit card reader would be best for their machine? We have provided a comparison of the three major companies in cashless devices which we deal with.

Apriva Castle U1F

The Apriva Castle U1F credit card reader is now our default reader on all vending machines, except for custom CBD vending machines. You will enjoy our world class support for this reader, including installation, onboarding and tech support, which we do not offer for our other models of credit card readers.

Cantaloupe ePort

ePort G11 card reader kit with telemeter

The Canteloupe ePort G11 card reader kit is was formerly the system of choice for our best-selling Duravend line of workhorse vending machines. Extremely durable and reliable, but without the frills, this system is tried and true. It has now been replaced by the Apriva Castle U1F card reader.

This unit also features 4G/LTE connectivity, and optional ethernet.

Nayax VPOS Touch

The VPOS Touch, and its ability to do MDB level 3 transactions make it the perfect fit for our age-verified vending machines.

In summary, all three of these companies are offering great technology, various mobile applications and consistent customer care. The choice of which credit card reader can assist you the most in your vending goals is yours. In addition, you can get more information about each of these companies and their credit card reader options on their individual websites. Next, visit our blog to learn more helpful vending tips.