Method CRM vs Square POS: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Method CRM 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 (7.5/10 vs 7.3/10).
| Scored on | Method CRM | Square POS |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 8 |
| Ease of use | 6 | 9 |
| Fees & pricing | 7 | 7 |
| Customer support | 6 | 5 |
| Features | 9 | 8 |
| Contact Management (Monthly) | $28 per user | — |
| CRM Pro (Monthly) | $49 per user | — |
| CRM Enterprise (Monthly) | $85 per user | — |
| Implementation/Consulting | Varies by partner | — |
| Basic Software Fee | — | $0/mo |
| In-Person Processing | — | 2.6% + 10¢ |
| Online Processing | — | 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Keyed-in Processing | — | 3.5% + 15¢ |
Method CRM in one paragraph
The gold standard for QuickBooks users who need to bridge the gap between sales activity and accounting data without double-entry.
Skip it if: Skip it if you don't use QuickBooks or Xero, as the software's primary value is tied to those specific accounting integrations.
Square POS in one paragraph
Square POS remains the fastest way to start taking payments, but high-volume businesses will eventually outgrow its flat-rate pricing.
Skip it if: You process more than $25,000 a month and need a dedicated account manager who picks up the phone every time.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Method CRM or Square POS?
On our five-axis scorecard, Square POS scores higher (7.5/10 vs 7.3/10). Square POS remains the fastest way to start taking payments, but high-volume businesses will eventually outgrow its flat-rate pricing.
Who should skip Method CRM?
Skip it if you don't use QuickBooks or Xero, as the software's primary value is tied to those specific accounting integrations.
Who should skip Square POS?
You process more than $25,000 a month and need a dedicated account manager who picks up the phone every time.