How it works
From form to first payment in about 48 hours. Here's exactly what happens.
Claim my free machine →Your timeline
- 1
Day 0 — apply
Fill in the 2-minute form. We call you back the same working day to confirm your details.
- 2
Day 1 — approval
Your application is reviewed and approved. We email you everything in writing.
- 3
Day 2 — delivery
Your free Shift4 One arrives by courier, fully set up and ready to plug in.
- 4
Day 2 — first payment
Take your first card payment. Funds in your bank the next morning.
What's in the box
- ✓ Shift4 One card terminal
- ✓ Charging dock + cable
- ✓ Receipt printer roll
- ✓ Quick-start guide
- ✓ Direct phone number for setup support
Setup support
Plug in, follow the on-screen prompts and take your first payment. If anything's unclear, call us — we pick up. Most setups take under 10 minutes.
We also help you migrate from your old provider with zero downtime.
Compare all UK providers
| Provider | Monthly cost | vs Shift4 |
|---|---|---|
| Shift4 | £43 | — |
| Worldpay | £70 | +£28/mo |
| Barclaycard | £77 | +£35/mo |
| Takepayments | £82 | +£40/mo |
| Dojo | £83 | +£40/mo |
| SumUp | £84 | +£42/mo |
| Square | £88 | +£45/mo |
| Zettle | £88 | +£45/mo |
| Paymentsense | £91 | +£49/mo |
Want your exact saving?Send Jamie your merchant statement — same day analysis, no obligation.
Email my statementBased on published UK rates. 60/40 debit/credit split assumed. Shift4 rate of 0.85% blended — confirmed on application.