Copper vs Square POS: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Copper and Square POS — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: Square POS wins on our scorecard (7.3/10 vs 7.2/10).
| Scored on | Copper | Square POS |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 8 |
| Ease of use | 9 | 7 |
| Fees & pricing | 6 | 7 |
| Customer support | 6 | 6 |
| Features | 7 | 8 |
| Basic Plan (per user) | $23/mo (Annual) | — |
| Professional (per user) | $52/mo (Annual) | — |
| Business (per user) | $99/mo (Annual) | — |
| Free Trial | 14 Days | — |
| Monthly Software Fee | — | $0 (Free tier) |
| In-person Processing | — | 2.6% + 10¢ |
| Online Processing | — | 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Instant Transfer Fee | — | 1.75% per transfer |
Copper in one paragraph
The best CRM on the market for businesses that exclusively use Google Workspace and want to eliminate manual data entry.
Skip it if: You use Microsoft Outlook or plan to scale your team beyond 50 employees in the next 18 months.
Square POS in one paragraph
Square is the ultimate starter kit for small businesses that hate monthly bills, but its high transaction fees become a burden once you scale.
Skip it if: Skip it if your business processes more than $20,000 in monthly card sales, as you'll overpay significantly on transaction percentages.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Copper or Square POS?
On our five-axis scorecard, Square POS scores higher (7.3/10 vs 7.2/10). Square is the ultimate starter kit for small businesses that hate monthly bills, but its high transaction fees become a burden once you scale.
Who should skip Copper?
You use Microsoft Outlook or plan to scale your team beyond 50 employees in the next 18 months.
Who should skip Square POS?
Skip it if your business processes more than $20,000 in monthly card sales, as you'll overpay significantly on transaction percentages.