Running a business in South Africa comes with big challenges. Whether you're selling bunny chow at a Durban food stall, grooming dogs in a Cape Town mobile van, or running a boutique in Maboneng, you know that every transaction counts. The last thing you need is a card machine that holds up the queue or fails when you need it most.
That's where the VodaPay Max card machine comes in. It's a full-featured POS (point-of-sale) card machine built for real South African businesses, no matter where you operate or how fast you're growing. With VodaPay Max, you don't just get a card machine. You get a powerful business tool that's reliable, fast, and built to go wherever your customers are.
Why Every Business Needs a Reliable POS Card Machine
Today, most customers prefer the speed and convenience of cards or digital payments over cash. Tap, swipe, scan. It's what they expect. If your POS system is slow, faulty, or goes offline, you risk more than just losing a sale. You risk losing the customer.
From Soweto to Stellenbosch, businesses are learning that a smooth payment experience builds trust. A good point-of-sale card machine does more than process payments. It gives your business a professional edge, improves service times, and makes customers feel confident about spending with you.
VodaPay Max: Designed for South African Entrepreneurs
VodaPay Max has the features to support your hustle, whether you're selling handmade crafts at the I Heart Market in Durban, running a weekend coffee stall in the Cape Winelands, or managing a busy salon in Sandton.
- Support for multiple payment methods: Accept chip and tap cards or smartphones. Perfect for customers who prefer Scan to Pay or tap-and-go.
- 12-month insurance included: If anything goes wrong with your newly purchased VodaPay Max card machine you're covered with device insurance for up to 12 months. It's peace of mind that helps you focus on growth, not glitches. Please note the VodaPay Kwika card machines do not come with comprehensive insurance, you will need to take up insurance separately to cover your on the go card machine
- Touchscreen simplicity: Easy to use, even if you're not tech-savvy. Train your staff in minutes and keep queues moving.
- Prepaid vending built in: Sell airtime, electricity and gaming vouchers straight from your POS card machine and earn extra income with every sale.
- Long battery life: No need to worry about running flat during a long shift at a market or outdoor event.
- Get cashback on your card machine: Process over R15,000 per month consistently for 3 consecutive months and get up to 100% paid back on the cost of your card machine. Terms and Conditions apply. Offer valid till 31 January 2026.
Access up to R1.5 million in Business Cash Advance
- Need to buy bulk stock or expand your business?
- It's easy to qualify. Simply use your VodaPay card machine for 4 consecutive months and process R3000 in each of those months.
- Repayments are flexible. We deduct a small percentage of your daily sales.
- It's easy to get started through the VodaPay Merchant Portal once you're pre-approved:
- 1. Log in with your VPS number
- 2. Navigate "Get financed" to view your funding offer
- 3. Customise the funding to suit your business
- 4. Accept and unlock funds to grow your business your way
Real Business, Real Results
In Johannesburg's busy flea markets, merchants are using VodaPay Max to keep queues short and sales flowing, even with unpredictable power cuts.
In Gqeberha, a local mobile car wash uses the card machine to take payments right at the customer's home. There is no need to carry cash or wait for EFTs. In Khayelitsha, a fashion designer is growing her brand one card payment at a time, offering customers more ways to pay with every collection drop.
No matter your location or sector, VodaPay Max gives your business a professional, modern card machine experience with tools to grow, not just survive.
Ready to Upgrade?
The VodaPay Max card machine is available now for a once-off price of R1,299. It's more than just a card machine. It's your business partner in the field, at the salon, on the road, or behind the counter.
Give your customers the service they expect, and give your business the support it deserves.
Visit Vodacom Business today to get started with the VodaPay Max card machine. Your future is one tap away. T's and C's apply.
