The Viva.com Terminal App works on compatible Android and iOS devices, allowing you to use your own device to accept payments. Visit Introducing Viva.com Terminal App – Accept Payments Anywhere and review the Android or iOS section for device requirements.
For additional business needs, visit the Viva.com Shop and browse the available payment and non-payment devices.
Before choosing a device, visit Terminal Features, select the relevant device, and review its specifications to make sure it meets your business needs.
Which device should I choose?
First, consider how you plan to use the device. Do you need a device fixed on the countertop, or should it be portable? Do you need it to have a printer? Also consider the size of the device, the size of the screen, and the battery capacity if you need a portable device.
Another important consideration is whether you want to use the device for other operations in your store. Open-system devices, such as the Ciontek CS30PRO and CS50C, allow you to download other apps from Google Play and use them alongside the Viva.com Terminal App. Closed-system devices, such as PAX and SUNMI terminals, do not allow you to install and use other apps apart from the Viva.com Terminal App.
Use the table below to choose a device based on your business needs.
Business need | Recommended device |
A device that allows you to use other apps. | Ciontek CS30 or CS50C |
A fixed device connected to a Point of Sale or cash register that can print receipts. | PAX A35 or Sunmi P2 Smartpad |
A fixed device connected to a Point of Sale or cash register that prints its own receipts. | PAX A80 |
A portable device with a printer and no need to use other apps apart from the Viva.com Terminal App. | PAX A8900 or Sunmi P2SE |
A portable device without a printer and no need to use other apps apart from the Viva.com Terminal App. | PAX A77 or Sunmi P2SE |
A device that can be used as both a countertop and portable POS terminal and can print receipts. | Sunmi P3 Mix |
When should I choose a Mini Card Reader?
Consider a Mini Card Reader if:
You want to use the Viva.com Terminal App on a tablet or mobile phone with an NFC reader, but customers in your country still prefer to insert their card rather than make a contactless payment, for example in France or Belgium.
You want to use the Viva.com Terminal App on a tablet or mobile phone that does not have an NFC reader, such as an iPad.
You want to accept card payments on an iPhone and your business is registered in a country where Tap to Pay on iPhone is not yet available.
You use your phone or tablet on a countertop and want a small, always-connected device close to the customer.
The Mini Card Reader works exclusively when paired with a device running the Viva.com Terminal App.
Still need help? Our team is here to support you. Please contact us via the Chat with us option in your Viva.com account.