Managing Card Readers
Learn about the payment terminals available for In-Person Payments integrations.
Finix has a variety of payment terminals available for you to use in your In-Person Payments Integration.
The following is a list of terminals currently offered by Finix. We're actively working on adding more terminals so check back to see what other readers you can use!
Payment Terminal | Terminal Name | Use Case | Integration Method | Network Connectivity | Power | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | BBPOS Chipper 2X | Best for a handheld setting with movement or tabletop environments with a tablet and card reader. | iOS SDK | Bluetooth to Mobile Device | Micro-USB | |
 | Link 2500 | Best for a small-footprint tabletop setting with low access to a router. | API | Wi-Fi | Battery Powered | |
 | Lane 3000 | Best for a medium-footprint tabletop setting with access to the network router. | API | Ethernet | AC Adapter Powered | |
 | Lane 7000 | Best for a large-footprint tabletop setting with access to the network router. Comes with a touchscreen. | API | Ethernet | AC Adapter Powered | |
| Lane 8000 | Best for a large-footprint tabletop setting with access to the network router. Larger screen than the Lane 7000. | API | Ethernet | AC Adapter Powered | |
 | Desk 3500 | Best for a medium-footprint tabletop setting where you'd like to print receipts. Comes with an embedded receipt printer. | API | Ethernet | AC Adapter Powered | |
 | Desk 5000 | Best for a large-footprint tabletop setting where you'd like to print receipts. Comes with an embedded receipt printer. | API | Ethernet | AC Adapter Powered | |
 | Move 5000 | Best for with movement-required settings or with limited access to a router and where you'd like to print receipts. Comes with an embedded receipt printer. | API | Wi-Fi | Battery Powered |
Choosing a Payment Terminal
1) Are you integrating with a Mobile Device SDK?
a) Yes: Use the BBPOS Chipper 2X BT reader. The BBPOS Chipper 2X BT reader is, currently, the only reader available for integrations using the Finix iOS Device SDK.
b) No: See the following question.
2) Does the payment terminal need to be easy to carry, hand-held, or leave the tabletop environment? Do you prefer readers get connected via Wi-Fi over ethernet?
a) Yes: Integrate with the Link 2500 payment terminal for an economical option. Integrate with the Move 5000 for a premium receipt embedded option.
b) No: See the following question.
3) Do you want a reliable economical device to accept payments?
a) Yes: Integrate with the Lane 3000 payment terminal. If a simple embedded receipt printing capability is required, integrate with the Desk 3500.
b) No: Answer the following question.
4) Do you want the largest available screen?
a) Yes: Integrate with the Lane 8000 payment terminal.
b) No: Integrate with the Lane 7000 payment terminal. If a simple embedded receipt printing capability is required, integrate with the Desk 5000.
Ordering Devices
Once you've decided on the best In-Person integration and payment terminal for your solution, reach out to your Finix point of contact to order a terminal. You can also order a payment terminal by emailing support@finixpayments.com with the model and number of payment terminals needed for your solution.
Providing your Finix point of contact a demand forecast with the quantity of terminals you'd like helps ensure we can provide you with the quantity of devices that you need when you need them. They'll also be able to assist you with any sandbox devices and cards for your needs.