Banky team Reviewed editorial answerA POS terminal is mainly used to accept card payments at a physical point of sale, while a payment gateway enables merchants to accept and process payments online.
For a business, the practical comparison should cover where customers pay, setup and integration requirements, transaction fees, settlement timing, supported payment methods, and any recurring charges or contractual obligations.
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