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# Compare Square Point of Sale vs PayNearMe

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> Detailed comparison between Square Point of Sale and PayNearMe. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Square Point of Sale | PayNearMe |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 3.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 3021 | 2 |
| **Starting Price** | USD 0.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Documentation |

## Best for

### Square Point of Sale

Square Point of Sale (POS) is used by several small and large businesses every day, including businesses such as retailers, bakeries, delis, and hairdressers.

### PayNearMe

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## Key features

### Square Point of Sale

- API
- Accounting
- Commission Management
- Customizable Reports
- Discount Management
- Mobile Payments
- Online Invoicing
- Online Payments
- Partial Payments
- Pricing Management
- Projections
- Real-Time Data
- Recurring/Subscription Billing
- Reminders
- Returns Management
- Sales History
- Security Management
- Stock Management
- Table Management
- eCommerce Management

### PayNearMe

- Mobile Payments
- Online Payments
- Recurring/Subscription Billing

## Links

- [View Square Point of Sale Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/154907/square-point-of-sale)
- [View PayNearMe Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/198204/paynearme)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/154907/198204/square-point-of-sale/vs/paynearme)

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