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This section provides an overview for credit card readers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 3 credit card reader manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked credit card reader companies as of December, 2024: 1.Advantage Route Systems, 2.Morefun, 3.Helcim Inc..
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A credit card reader is an essential device for businesses and retail establishments, enabling them to accept and process payments made with payment cards, including credit and debit cards. This device is a critical component of the point of sale (POS) system, facilitating transactions when customers either insert or swipe their cards.
The device can be categorized into magnetic card readers and NFC (near-field communication) readers. Magnetic card readers function by decoding information like card numbers and expiration dates from the magnetic stripe on the card. Conversely, NFC readers operate through proximity wireless communication technology, enabling them to read data from the chip within the card when the card is brought close to the reader.
This technology streamlines the payment process, offering a seamless transaction experience for both customers and businesses by supporting diverse methods of card presentation, whether swiped through a magnetic reader or tapped against an NFC reader.
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Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Advantage Route Systems |
38.5%
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| 2 | Morefun |
30.8%
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| 3 | Helcim Inc. |
30.8%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the credit card reader page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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