Best SumUp Alternatives UK 2026
SumUp gets you taking payments quickly, but it is a basic reader, no printer, no standalone connectivity, and limited analytics. When businesses hit a certain volume, they feel those gaps every day. We help people upgrade from SumUp to Dojo: a proper terminal with built-in 4G, a receipt printer, next-day payouts, and analytics that genuinely help. No contract with SumUp means the switch costs you nothing to make.
Last updated: April 2026 · Reviewed by the CapExpand team
SumUp Alternatives Compared
| Provider | Payouts | Connectivity | Contract | Analytics | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dojo Recommended | Next day | 4G + WiFi | Flexible | Advanced BI | Available through CapExpand |
| Square | 1-2 days | Phone tethering | None | Basic | Not available through CapExpand |
| Zettle | 1-2 days | Phone tethering | None | Basic | Not available through CapExpand |
| Worldpay | 3-5 days | 4G + WiFi | 12-18 months | Basic | Not available through CapExpand |
Why Businesses Outgrow SumUp and Switch to Dojo
Real Numbers: A Barber Shop That Switched
Based on a two-chair barber shop client we switched in March 2026. Figures rounded for privacy.
With SumUp
Monthly card sales: £10,000
Transaction fees (1.69%): £169
Monthly fees: £0
Total: £169/month
With Dojo (via CapExpand)
Monthly card sales: £10,000
Transaction fees (1.20%): £120
Monthly package: £19
Total: £139/month
Saving: £30/month (£360/year)
Outgrown your SumUp reader?
We will get your Dojo terminal shipped and set up for free. Keep using SumUp until it arrives and you are happy, then just put the reader in a drawer. No exit fees, no hassle.
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CapExpand is an authorised Dojo partner and exclusively provides Dojo card machines. Other providers mentioned on this page are listed for comparison purposes only and are not available through CapExpand. CapExpand is not a financial adviser.