SwipeSimple Alternative · No Bluetooth Reader · Direct or ISO

SwipeSimple Alternative. No Bluetooth Reader Required.

SwipeSimple needs a Bluetooth reader to pair and charge. CoreMobile turns the iPhone or Android already in your pocket into a tap-to-pay terminal - no extra hardware to buy, pair, or charge.

Tap-to-pay in 2 - 3 seconds, faster than any card reader
Works on cellular. No festival Wi-Fi required
Nothing extra to charge, mount, or troubleshoot
No counter space needed, just your phone
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Tacos$4.00
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Fries$3.00
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Drink$2.50
Total$9.50
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CoreMobile vs SwipeSimple, side by side

Criteria CoreMobile SwipeSimple
Hardware to buyNone - your phone is the terminalBluetooth reader (B250-class, typically supplied by ISO)
Tap-to-pay rateInterchange-plus 0.50% + $0.15Negotiated by your ISO (varies)
Bluetooth pairing requiredNoYes - reader pairs to phone
Reader battery to chargeNoYes - separate from phone battery
Surcharging supportBuilt in, state-rule awareAvailable - varies by ISO setup
Standard deposit speedNext business dayNext business day (varies by ISO/processor)
Phone-only setup timeDirect or via ISO partner, typically 24-hr approvalSignup through your ISO, then reader ships

SwipeSimple is a product of CardFlight, distributed primarily through ISO/agent channels. Confirm your specific pricing and feature configuration with your current ISO.

Common Questions

CoreMobile vs SwipeSimple FAQs

What is the main difference between CoreMobile and SwipeSimple?
CoreMobile turns your phone into a tap-to-pay terminal using its built-in NFC. SwipeSimple needs a Bluetooth reader you pair and charge, which CoreMobile removes entirely.
Is CoreMobile cheaper than SwipeSimple?
It depends - SwipeSimple pricing is set by your agent and varies. CoreMobile publishes its rate: $15/month plus interchange-plus 0.50% + $0.15.
Can I switch from SwipeSimple to CoreMobile without buying new hardware?
Yes. CoreMobile runs on your existing iPhone (XS or newer) or NFC Android phone, so there is no new hardware and no reader to pair.
Does CoreMobile have a virtual terminal like SwipeSimple?
Yes. CoreMobile supports keyed-in card entry for phone orders and MOTO transactions, alongside the tap-to-pay flow.
Will switching to CoreMobile affect my customer or inventory data in SwipeSimple?
Your SwipeSimple records stay in your SwipeSimple account and CoreMobile starts a fresh ledger. Export anything you need for your books before closing the old account.
How fast do deposits land with CoreMobile vs SwipeSimple?
CoreMobile deposits are next business day on average. SwipeSimple timing depends on the schedule your ISO set up, so confirm it with them.

Ready to leave the Bluetooth reader behind?

Switch off the Bluetooth reader. CoreMobile turns your existing phone into a tap-to-pay terminal with direct merchant signup and published interchange-plus pricing.

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