Shift4 Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Looking at 729 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the incredibly helpful staff and representatives for making the entire card terminal setup process exceptionally smooth and straightforward from day one. People also appreciate the highly reliable network connection, fast transaction speeds, and efficient daily payouts that genuinely support their daily business cash flow. However, some people mentioned unexpected large annual fees and sudden contract charges that caught many small businesses completely off guard. A few reviewers were not happy with customer support, stating it was extremely difficult to reach representatives when trying to resolve billing questions or urgent problems.

What people talk about most

Staff

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of staff, frequently praising representatives for their exceptional... See more

Service

Consumers find service to be positive, highlighting prompt support and helpful representatives during setup.... See more

Payment

Customers consistently note mixed experiences with payment, as reviewers frequently express concerns over... See more

Customer service

Clients share ambiguous opinions on customer service, with many reviewers reporting frustratingly long hold... See more

Price

Customers had mixed feelings regarding the pricing, with some reviewers praising the competitive rates, zero... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lee was really helpful at setting up the account and making it so hassle free! We received the terminal and Lee was there to set it up and start using it the next day! Very straightforward to use! Exc... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really happy with shift 4 and Donna who introduced me. She has been amazing and still sends the odd message asking how everything is going. The charges are extremely fair in comparison to others,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

At sweet centre we have had a wonderful service and support from set up of our card machine all the way to adding on our phone portal to view our transactions.Great fee rates and brother ZAMIR Afzal a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have a quick service pizzeria and we enjoy how they answer the phone 24/7 and also include free online ordering and a website which we are taking advantage of. Josh Lavoie is our rep. Thank you so... See more

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Company details

  1. Non-Bank Financial Service
  2. also in
  3. Business to Business Service

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Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) powers the experience economy, enabling businesses to deliver the moments that matter. Transforming how people shop, dine, stay, and play, Shift4’s commerce technology allows for a seamless experience at any scale. From your neighborhood restaurant to the world’s largest event venues, Shift4 handles billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses around the world.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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karen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen Fabriizi was absolutely amazing

Karen Fabriizi was absolutely amazing, she was there for us every step of the transition. i would recommend her in a heart beat.

May 1, 2026
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear the transition went smoothly and that you felt well supported every step of the way.

We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to support your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend Karen

I would highly recommend Karen. Excellent service & always very helpful should I require any technical assistance.

August 24, 2026
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear you’ve received such helpful and reliable service whenever you’ve needed technical assistance.

We truly appreciate your recommendation, and look forward to continuing to support your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen Fabrizi was extremely helpful…

Karen Fabrizi was extremely helpful when switching to this service. The online portal is easy to use and does everything we need it to do.

March 12, 2026
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Reply from Shift4

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear the switch was smooth and that you’re finding the online portal easy to use and a great fit for your business needs.

We look forward to continuing to support your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen made things do much easier! A+++++

Karen was great - really helpful/knowledgeable and made the whole process of having a card machine very simple. Not used one before myself so was really pleased to have someone that was patient and didnt mind going through queries in detail. Definitely recommend her/Shift4 for businesses.

August 21, 2026
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Reply from Shift4

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re happy to hear the process felt simple and straightforward, especially as a first-time user. It’s great to know everything was explained clearly and at a comfortable pace.

We appreciate your recommendation, and we look forward to continuing to support your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen could not be more helpful

Karen could not be more helpful. I would totally recommend her to help and guide you with advice and problem solving. She even answers the phone when you call for help!!

August 21, 2026
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Reply from Shift4

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you’ve had such a helpful and responsive experience and that you’ve felt well supported whenever you’ve needed assistance.

We appreciate your recommendation, and we look forward to continuing to support your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with Karen Fabrizi and SHIFT4

Great experience with Karen Fabrizi! she clearly explained how SHIFT4 works as a card machine designed to support independent businesses.

She made everything simple to understand and was incredibly helpful throughout.

My clients benefit hugely being able to pay for my services to them. It's quicker, easier and more reliable. Transactions done in seconds. Plus secure confirmations with receipts.

Thanks to Karen I feel confident using it and can already see how beneficial it will be.

Highly recommend!

March 27, 2026
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Reply from Shift4

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you’ve had such a positive experience and that everything was explained clearly from the start.

It’s great to know the system is making payments quicker, easier, and more reliable for both you and your clients. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to support your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having used other terminals

Having used other terminals
Having used other terminals, I was amazed at how easy it was to set up my product lines and prices, the help from Karen was first rate. Using the terminal for the first time was a very quick and painless experience. The funds were in my bank account the next morning :-). would whole heartly recommend

June 25, 2025
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Reply from Shift4

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found the setup process easy and that getting started was quick and hassle-free.

It’s great to know next-day payments are working well for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to support your business.

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