Dojo vs Shift4: Which Card Machine Is Better for UK Small Businesses?
3 Jan 2026 · 8 min read
Honest comparison of Dojo and Shift4 One, hardware, payouts, contracts and customer service for UK independents.
Dojo and Shift4 are the two names that keep coming up in UK small-business searches. Here's how they actually compare.
Hardware
Both are modern hand-held terminals with 4G and contactless. Shift4 One ships free; Dojo is also free but typically locked to a 12–18 month rental contract.
Contracts and rates
Shift4 (via our partner programme) offers a free first terminal at 1.25% blended on all cards under £10,000/month card turnover, on an 18-month agreement with no early exit fees. Most merchants we move off Dojo save £15–£30/month before transaction savings.
Support
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