How to Switch from Square to Dojo
Switching from Square to Dojo is the easiest upgrade we do. There is no contract with Square, so you pay zero exit fees. You literally just stop using the reader. We get your Dojo terminal set up with built-in 4G, a receipt printer, and next-day payouts while you keep Square running. When you are happy, make the switch. Here is how it works.
Last updated: April 2026 · Written by the CapExpand switching team
Step-by-Step Switching Timeline
Get Your Free Dojo Quote
5 minutes
Call us or fill in the form. We will look at your monthly card volume and give you a straight comparison between what you pay on Square and what Dojo would cost. No obligation. If the numbers do not make sense, we will tell you.
Dojo Application & Approval
24 hours
We submit the Dojo application for you. You will need your business details, photo ID, and the bank account for payouts. Approval is subject to Dojo's process and usually comes through within one working day.
Receive & Test Your Dojo Terminal
1-2 days
Your Dojo terminal arrives ready to go with built-in 4G, WiFi, and a receipt printer. Set it up next to your Square reader and run a few real transactions. Let your team get used to the touchscreen.
Go Live with Dojo
Same day
Happy with everything? Start putting all payments through Dojo. Your first payout lands the next business day, quicker than Square, and every day of the week including weekends.
Stop Using Square
Instant
Just put the Square reader in a drawer. No cancellation call needed, no notice period, no exit fee. You own it, so keep it as a backup or get rid of it, your choice.
Square vs Dojo: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Square | Dojo |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal type | Phone-tethered reader | Standalone touchscreen terminal |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth to phone | Built-in 4G + WiFi |
| Receipt printer | None (separate purchase) | Built-in |
| Payout speed | 1-2 business days | Next day (7 days a week) |
| Analytics | Basic sales reports | Advanced BI (peak times, avg spend) |
| Support | Chat/email | UK phone + Dojo app |
The Real Reasons People Upgrade from Square
Ready for a proper terminal?
Free Dojo terminal, free setup, zero exit fees from Square. We do this every week. It is genuinely the easiest upgrade you will make this year.
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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.