Apex Reader
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VisitApex Reader vs Helcim
What both publish
| Fact | Apex Reader | Helcim |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The page lists QuickBooks Online, invoicing and pay-by-link, SMS receipts, tip prompts, and multi-location reporting as platform features. | Listed integrations include QuickBooks Online, Xero, WooCommerce and Foxy, with additional software connections available. |
| Payment methods | It accepts NFC contactless payments, EMV chip cards, and magstripe swipes, including Apple Pay and Google Pay. | Its in-person tools accept major payment types, including Apple Pay and Google Pay. |
Apex Reader plans
No prices published.
Helcim plans
- Helcim payment processingFree
- Helcim platformFree
- Recurring payments$0.40 a month
- 4G wireless data$7 a month
- Helcim Card Reader$199, paid once
- Helcim Smart Terminal$349, paid once
Pick Apex Reader if…
Apex Reader is aimed at mobile sellers such as food truck operators, stylists, market vendors, and field technicians. It may suit sellers taking payments at pop-ups, markets, home visits, or curbside pickup.
Pick Helcim if…
Helcim suits small businesses that need to accept payments in person and through online, invoice, or virtual-terminal workflows. It may also suit merchants seeking recurring billing, ACH acceptance, or integrations with accounting and ecommerce tools.