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SumUp

Small EU businesses

A mobile-first payment solution for small businesses in 35+ countries, offering affordable card readers and straightforward pricing. SumUp makes it easy for solo entrepreneurs, market vendors, and small retailers to accept card and contactless payments with no monthly fees. A popular Square alternative in Europe and beyond.

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Zettle

EU retail

A PayPal-owned mobile POS solution for small businesses across Europe and Latin America. Zettle provides card readers, contactless payments, and e-commerce integration with transparent flat-rate pricing. Particularly popular in the Nordics where it integrates with local payment method Swish.

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Detailed Comparison

Side-by-side feature breakdown

Fees
SumUp

1.69% (UK/EU)

Zettle

1.75% (UK/EU)

Category
SumUp
traditional
Zettle
traditional
Available Regions
SumUp
EuropeLatin America
Zettle
EuropeLatin America
Key Features
SumUp
Low Fees
Startup Friendly
Zettle
Low Fees
Startup Friendly
SDKs & Libraries
SumUp

3 Available

Zettle

3 Available

Payment Methods
SumUp

7 Supported

Zettle

6 Supported

Common Ground

Shared Regions

EuropeLatin America

Shared Features

Low FeesStartup Friendly

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between SumUp and Zettle?

SumUp is best for small eu businesses, while Zettle is best for eu retail. SumUp charges 1.69% (UK/EU) and Zettle charges 1.75% (UK/EU). They differ in supported features, regions, and payment methods.

Which is cheaper, SumUp or Zettle?

SumUp charges 1.69% (UK/EU) while Zettle charges 1.75% (UK/EU). The best value depends on your transaction volume, business type, and required features. Compare their full fee structures for your specific use case.

Can I use both SumUp and Zettle together?

Yes, many businesses use multiple payment providers for redundancy, regional coverage, or to offer more payment methods. SumUp and Zettle can complement each other depending on your needs.