On a market stall you want a reader in your apron, not a contract on your desk. Here's what actually matters when you trade outdoors.
What to prioritise
For market trading, the order of importance is usually:
- Works on its own mobile data (don't rely on market WiFi)
- No monthly fee — you shouldn't pay for the weeks you don't trade
- All-day battery
- Cheap to buy outright
Our picks
The SumUp Solo and Zettle Terminal are standalone, SIM-connected and pay-as-you-go — ideal for stalls. If you want instant access to your takings, myPOS is worth a look. See the full shortlist on our best POS for market stalls page.
FAQs
What card reader works without WiFi?
Standalone readers with a built-in SIM — like the SumUp Solo, Zettle Terminal or myPOS Go — work on mobile data, so you don't need WiFi. Perfect for markets and events.
