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Revolut Business vs SumUp

Both Revolut Business and SumUp offer businesses the tools to accept and manage online and in-person payments.

With Revolut Business, you can also settle your payments into the same account you use for banking within 24 hours. Even on weekends and holidays.

Compare everything from fees and hardware to payout times to find the right fit for you.

Fees and T&Cs apply.

Comparing SumUp and Revolut Business

We've compared SumUp and the Revolut Business Basic plan based on information publicly available on SumUp's website as of 8 June 2026. This table doesn't include all features of Revolut Business or SumUp. For full product details and latest terms, please refer to each provider's website.

Revolut BusinessBasic plan
Revolut Business
SumUpPay-as-you-go plan
SumUp
Transaction & subscription fees

In-person payments

From 0.8% + £0.02
1.69%

Online payments

1% + £0.20
2.50%

Monthly plan

£10/month
Free

Integrated bank account

Included with your Revolut Business plan
External bank account or SumUp Account required
In-person payments

One-time hardware cost

From £129 + VAT for Lite Terminal
£135 + VAT for Terminal

Built-in eSIM

✓ Revolut Terminals
✓ Terminal and Solo

Custom tipping

POS included at no extra cost

Devices

Revolut Terminal, Lite Terminal, Tap to Pay on iPhone
Solo Lite, Solo, Terminal, Tap to Pay on iPhone
Payouts

Payout time

24 hours¹
1–2 business days or next day with SumUp Business Account

Weekend & bank holiday payouts

Online payments

Payment links

Invoicing

Support

24/7 customer support

Only during business hours

¹Payout schedule can vary according to our Fees and Payment Processing T&Cs.

For more on fees, see our payment acceptance pricing page.

Payment solutions designed for growth

Why choose Revolut Business?

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  1. Sell and bank with one accunt

    Accept online and in-person payments directly into the account you use for banking.

  2. 24-hour settlement

    Access all your online and in-person earnings the next day, even on weekends and holidays.

  3. Settle in 32 currencies

    Take and settle international payments at no extra cost (within allowance, during market hours).

  4. Free POS software

    Unlock a full suite of POS features to run your in-person hospitality business on one screen, from seating to checkout.

How to set up a Merchant account

  1. Sign up for a Revolut Business account

    It only takes about 10 minutes

  2. Add a Merchant account

    Select the category that best describes your business, and enter your business description.

  3. Verify your business

    This could be your registration listing, website, or social media page.

Our awards

  • 4.7/5 on Trustpilot
    4.7/5 on Trustpilot
  • 4.9/5 on the App Store, 4.6/5 on Google Play
    4.9/5 on the App Store, 4.6/5 on Google Play
  • Best Mobile Banking App Western Europe
    Best Mobile Banking App Western Europe
  • Best Digital SME Bank Europe
    Best Digital SME Bank Europe

Trusted by businesses worldwide

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  • “I definitely recommend Revolut Business. Payments are much cheaper, much faster, and it’s easier to manage all access levels.”Johannes Lauchenauer, CEO & Co-founder • PERGOLUX
  • “Fast payments, transparency on exact amounts, and no hidden fees really help build supplier trust.”Alberto Espinos, CEO & Co-founder • Tropicfeel
  • “We make payments in a few clicks at a great exchange rate. Revolut Business saves us time and money.”Alžbeta Martišová, Head of Treasury • Kiwi
  • “Revolut Business helps us process payments around the world with ease — giving us the reach, control, and visibility we need.”Daniel Westgarth, COO • Deel

Need a little more help?

Revolut Business vs SumUp FAQs

  • Yes. Revolut Business offers a range of online and in-person payment acceptance solutions, including:

    • Revolut Terminal and Lite Terminal: portable sales terminals with built-in POS, eSIM, and Revolut Pay
    • Payment Links and Invoices: a digital way to request customer payments from anywhere without a website
    • Payment Gateway: our digital processing system available with our no-code ecommerce plugins, Merchant API, Subscriptions, and Revolut Checkout

    Revolut Business also offers a suite advanced financial features, like integrations and team cards. So you can manage your sales and banking in one place.

  • Revolut Business

    With Revolut Business, all your online and in-person earnings automatically settle into one Business account within 24 hours, even on weekends and holidays. You can move your money even faster with manual withdrawals.

    SumUp

    Payouts will arrive in your account the next day, even on weekends and bank holidays, if you have a SumUp Business account.

    Some payments, like international card payments, take longer to process, and may be sent in a later payout.

    Alternatively, you can also receive payouts to your bank account within 1–2 business days.

  • Yes both Revolut Business and SumUp support Tap to Pay on iPhone.

  • You can order a Revolut Terminal or Lite Terminal from our Shop, but you need an active Revolut Business Merchant account to use it.

    Here's how to sign up:

    1. Tell us about your business and verify a few details join Revolut Business
    2. Add a Merchant account
    3. Once your Merchant account is active, we’ll charge you for your order and ship it
  • Revolut Business and SumUp are often compared because they both offer online and in-person payment acceptance solutions, but differ when it comes to when and where your earnings settle, processing fees, and multi-currency accounts.

    The right solution depends on your business model, transaction volume, and operational needs.

  • Revolut Business is for incorporated companies and legal entities wanting to:

    • accept and manage their online and in-person payments with the same account they use for business banking
    • access all their earnings in one account, within 24 hours
    • scale and save with global payments and multi-currency accounts
    • take control of company spend with physical and virtual team cards

Features and pricing subject to change. Some features may vary by plan or market. Please visit SumUp's website for more information so you can make the right choice for your business