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Reader Guides

Browse reader-specific pages for Tap to Pay, Solo, Solo Lite, Air, 3G, and PIN+.

Use these pages when you need reader-specific details instead of the higher-level overview.

| Reader | Best fit | Main connection model | | --- | --- | --- | | Solo | Standalone checkout and Cloud API | Wi-Fi, mobile data, Bluetooth | | Solo Lite | App-paired mobile payments | Bluetooth to phone or tablet | | Tap to Pay | No extra hardware | On-device NFC | | Air | App-paired mobile payments | Bluetooth to phone or tablet | | 3G | Standalone mobile payments | Built-in SIM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | | PIN+ | Paired mobile payments | Bluetooth Low Energy or cable |

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