Helcim
Smarter payment solutions.
Overview
Helcim provides a comprehensive payment solution for businesses of all sizes, combining payment processing with a suite of software tools. The company is known for its transparent Interchange Plus pricing model, which can be more cost-effective for businesses as their volume grows. Helcim offers POS hardware, a virtual terminal, online store creation, invoicing, and customer management tools.
✨ Key Features
- Interchange Plus Pricing
- Credit Card Terminals
- Point of Sale (POS) Software
- Virtual Terminal
- Online Store Builder
- Invoicing
- Customer Manager
- ACH Bank Transfers
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Transparent interchange-plus pricing for all business sizes
- No monthly fees or contracts
- Comprehensive suite of free business tools included
Unique Value: Delivers honest, transparent, and affordable payment processing through an interchange-plus model, combined with a powerful suite of free tools, without the typical monthly fees or contracts.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing cost-effective payment processing for SMBs through its transparent pricing model.
- Offering a full suite of business tools alongside payment processing.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Very large enterprises with complex, global payment needs.
- Businesses that require highly specialized or niche software integrations not supported by Helcim.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike Square's flat-rate model, Helcim's interchange-plus pricing can offer significant savings for businesses with higher volumes or lower-risk transactions.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: No monthly fee for the software. Pay only for processing.
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