top of page

Mobile or Desktop Terminal: Which One Should You Choose for Your Business?

Mobile or countertop terminal? Find the setup that fits your business best.

The right payment terminal can make all the difference.
At Paypuce, we offer both mobile and fixed terminals, each with clear advantages depending on your space, your services, and your customers.

So, how do you decide? Here’s a simple side-by-side comparison to help you choose the setup that best fits your daily operations.


Mobile Terminals: Total Flexibility

Perfect for:

  • Horeca (cafés, restaurants, food trucks)
  • On-the-go services (hairdressers, therapists, tradespeople)
  • Sales in motion (markets, events, pop-ups)

Key Benefits:

  • Lightweight and compact (PAX A50, A77, A920 Pro)
  • Built-in 4G + WiFi: no dependence on local internet
  • Long-lasting battery
  • Accepts all major payments: cards, contactless, mobile wallets

Example: A food truck uses the PAX A920 Pro to take payments from anywhere, anytime — no cords, no constraints.


Fixed Terminals: Stability & Integration

Perfect for:

  • Retail shops with a checkout counter
  • Reception desks, salons, clinics
  • High-traffic areas with central payment stations

Key Benefits:

  • Connects to POS or cash register system
  • Stable Ethernet connection
  • Always powered — no recharging needed
  • Prints receipts automatically

Example: A beauty salon uses the PAX A80 connected to its POS software for seamless, error-free transactions.


The Right Choice Depends on Your Business Reality

Ask yourself:

  • Do you move around to serve clients?
    → Go mobile.
  • Are all payments processed at a single location?
    → Fixed is your best bet.
  • Need both? Hybrid models like the PAX A920 Pro combine mobility and countertop use with a docking base.

Paypuce: Scalable Solutions That Evolve With You

No matter your starting point, Paypuce grows with your needs:

  • Terminal upgrades available
  • Switch devices mid-contract
  • Belgian-based support, available 24/7
  • No mandatory commitment period

Need Help Choosing the Right Setup?

Reach out to our team — we’ll help define the ideal terminal configuration for your business.
At Paypuce, we make every payment solution easy, fast, and built for how you really work.

bottom of page