AnywhereCommerce Rambler 3.0 Review

If you need to take those forms of payment, you’ll have to check out other options. AnywhereCommerce has an extensive line of readers, currently offering 6 different models. This quick reference chart gives an at-a-glance view of which readers take which payment types.

It’s worth repeating that as of October 2015, businesses in the United States must have EMV chip card capable equipment when taking credit cards or else they’ll be liable for fraudulent transactions. It’s still possible to obtain and use the Rambler 3.0, but if you haven’t purchased a reader yet, it may be in your best interest to look at one of the EMV-capable options instead.

Rambler 3.0 Features

AnywhereCommerce’s payment app for use with the Rambler 3.0 features basic payment processing functions, including signature capture, automatic tax calculations, and refund capabilities. Additionally, you can enable gratuities to allow your customers to add tips at the point of sale. You’ll have a choice of how to provide receipts; you can email customers or send text message receipts. A very basic inventory management system is also available to allow you to track stock.

Hardware and Lifespan

You can use the Rambler 3.0 with a wide variety of devices. It’s compatible with Apple, Android, Blackberry, and Windows systems.

The Rambler itself is 0.7 x 1.7 x 1.8 inches and weighs 20 grams. Like other popular mobile readers, it connects to your mobile device through your audio jack. Flexible grips ensure the Rambler 3.0 stays connected, helping to eliminate wobble.

This card reader has dual strips to read magnetic stripe cards. It runs on an internal lithium battery, and doesn’t draw power from your mobile device.

The Rambler 3.0’s life cycle is about 40,000 recharge cycles, and it comes with a six month warranty that covers manufacturer defects.

Security

The Rambler 3.0 is PCI compliant and encrypted. In addition, it doesn’t store credit card information, and you don’t have to worry about credit card information being stored on your mobile device, either.

Reporting

AnywhereCommerce’s website says that its app provides integrated reporting, although it doesn’t specify what kind of reports you can generate.

Pricing

By using the Rambler to process swiped-card transactions, you may be eligible for lower transaction rates than manually entered payments. The actual costs will be determined by the credit card processing company that you choose.

The cost for the reader itself is not set by AnywhereCommerce – the price will vary depending on where you purchase the reader.

Helpful Links

App in Google Play Store
App in iTunes/App store