---
product_id: 24982390
title: "Reader for contactless and chip"
brand: "square"
price: "$163.28"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/24982390-reader-for-contactless-and-chip
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
---

# Fast fund transfers EMV chip card support NFC & mobile payment ready Reader for contactless and chip

**Brand:** square
**Price:** $163.28
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate Your Payment Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Reader for contactless and chip by square
- **How much does it cost?** $163.28 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/24982390-reader-for-contactless-and-chip)

## Best For

- square enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted square brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Setup:** Start selling in minutes with no long-term commitments or contracts.
- • **No Hidden Fees:** Enjoy transparent pricing at just 2.6% + $0.10 per transaction.
- • **All-in-One Management:** Utilize the Square Point of Sale app for inventory and reporting.
- • **Quick Access to Funds:** Get your earnings in 1-2 business days or spend instantly with Square Card.
- • **Seamless Transactions:** Accept EMV chip cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay effortlessly.

## Overview

The Square Reader for contactless and chip is a compact, versatile payment solution that allows businesses to accept a variety of payment methods, including EMV chip cards and mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Weighing just 1.92 ounces and featuring Bluetooth connectivity, this device is designed for on-the-go transactions, ensuring you can manage sales effortlessly with the Square Point of Sale app. With no monthly fees and quick fund access, it's the perfect tool for modern entrepreneurs.

## Description

Accept every way your customers want to pay with the new Square Reader for contactless and chip—EMV chip cards, Apple Pay, Android Pay, other NFC payments, and magstripe cards. The reader connects wirelessly to iOS or Android devices with Bluetooth LE or with USB if you sell with the optional Square Stand. It works exclusively with the free Square Point of Sale app to take care of payments, tipping, inventory, reports, and more. Square Reader for contactless and chip comes with a free Square Reader for magstripe so you can swipe cards the old-fashioned way, too. Pay just 2.6% + $0.10 per swipe, dip, or tap for Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express, with no surprise fees. Square sends deposits directly to your bank account in one to two business days—or you can enable Instant Deposit for 1% per deposit to get your money in seconds. Get a Dock for Square Reader to anchor the reader on your countertop and keep it charged all day.

## Features

- Accept EMV chip cards, contactless NFC cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay from anywhere
- Pay just 2.6% + $0.10 for every tap, dip, or swipe. No long-term commitments or contracts, no monthly fees
- Connect wirelessly to your phone or tablet with Bluetooth LE to take payments on the go or at your counter
- Use with the Square Point of Sale app to manage items, inventory, reporting, and more—all in one free app
- Get funds in your bank account in one to two business days, or spend the money you earn instantly with Square Card
- Start selling in person in minutes, or easily import your items to sell online for free with Square Online

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 1.92 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 2.6"L x 2.6"W x 0.4"Th |
| Night vision | No |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB, NFC |
| Display Technology | LED |
| Human-Interface Input | Dial |
| Color | Glossy white |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion, long-lasting |
| Compatible Devices | Tablets |
| Screen Size | 5 Inches |
| Bluetooth support? | No |
| Additional Features | Magnetic |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Square
- **Model Name:** Square Reader for contactless and chip (2nd generation)
- **Display Technology:** LED
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth, NFC, USB
- **Screen Size:** 5 Inches
- **Included Components:** Square Contactless and Chip Reader^MicroUSB to USB cable^Square magstripe reader
- **Color:** Glossy white
- **Product Dimensions:** 2.6"L x 2.6"W x 0.4"Th
- **Item Weight:** 1.92 ounces
- **Special Feature:** Magnetic

## Images

![Reader for contactless and chip - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81slVWSeMIL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the description true? you get both a square reader with this chip reader also?**
A: yes, but the magistripe reader has a 3.5 mm adaptor that requires purchasing a separate dongle to be able to use it with an iPhone and possibly Android that were made in the last decade.

**Q: Can this square chip reader be used with any phone?**
A: Hey Lisa, Yes it can. As long as you are using a smartphone that has the square app installed and your BLUETOOTH on. It can accept contactless chip card as well as the mag strip for swipe cards.

**Q: how long does it stay charged on average, with continued use**
A: Have learned to carry a charger with me for full day events.  It's going to depend on how many transactions it processes. Mine will process about 12 transactions before needing to recharge  in about 6  hours. Learned that first day I used it and it went dead. No other problems besides updates. Someone said it will stay charged for 18 hours. It will if its NOT used to process transactions. If you are doing an all day event, be safe and carry a charger.

**Q: What if a client doesn't have a chip? Do I need to buy the old one also and can I link both accounts with just paying tax for 1 account?**
A: The kit has both a reader and a contactless pad. It works with contactless payment (Apple Pay), chips AND magnetic strips.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best square readers I’ve used yet!
*by M***R on July 24, 2025*

I love these square readers. Quick and easy to use, and these are good value. Great seller and fast shipping!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to use, real human customer service
*by A***P on June 22, 2025*

It works! I needed to take credit card payments for an event and was stressing, thinking it would be difficult and costly. Square saved me! My Pixel phone was initially resistant to the setup, but after that, it was super easy to use for customers and me. And wonderful customer service!! A real person answered and I didn't have to battle a robot. Highly recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Es muy buena herramienta para hacer cobros con tarjeta
*by N***  on July 18, 2025*

Llego a tiempo y es una importante herramienta para hacer cobros con tarjeta

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*Product available on Desertcart Ecuador*
*Store origin: EC*
*Last updated: 2026-03-12*