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Clover costs $14.95 to $69.95 per per location as of July 2026, with 3 plans available. Plans: Starter at $14.95/per location, Standard at $49.95/per location, and Advanced at $69.95/per location. Pricing depends on your chosen tier, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

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Clover offers 3 pricing tiers: Starter, Standard, Advanced. Paid plans include Starter at $14.95/per location, Standard at $49.95/per location, Advanced at $69.95/per location. The Standard plan is growing retail and service businesses.

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Clover lists $14.95-$69.95/per location, but hidden costs like implementation and support add to the total as of July 2026. Key hidden costs: chargeback fees, third-party processor integration fee, additional device software license. Verified from 1 sources by CostBench.

Hidden Costs Breakdown

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Chargeback Fees

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Clover typically charges $20-$50 per chargeback, depending on the merchant services provider.

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Chargeback Fees: Clover typically charges $20-$50 per chargeback, depending on the merchant services provider.

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Third-Party Processor Integration Fee

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An additional fee of $25 per month may apply if a business wishes to use a third-party processor with Clover.

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Third-Party Processor Integration Fee: If a business wishes to use a third-party processor with Clover, an additional fee of $25 per month may apply.

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Additional Device Software License

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Each additional Clover device often incurs a monthly software license fee, such as $14.95 per month per device.

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Additional Device Software License: Each additional Clover device often incurs a monthly software license fee, such as $14.95 per month per device.

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Kitchen Display System (KDS)

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A KDS can cost $25 per month per device, in addition to hardware costs of $799 for a 14-inch KDS or $899 for a 24-inch KDS.

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Kitchen Display System (KDS): A KDS can cost $25 per month per device, in addition to hardware costs of $799 for a 14-inch KDS or $899 for a 24-inch KDS.

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PCI Non-Compliance Fee

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Businesses may face PCI non-compliance fees ranging from $19.99 to $99 per month, or $79 to $129 annually.

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PCI Non-Compliance Fee: Businesses may face PCI non-compliance fees ranging from $19.99 to $99 per month, or $79 to $129 annually.

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App Marketplace Add-ons

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Many third-party applications for loyalty programs, advanced analytics, online ordering, or accounting integrations come with separate monthly subscription costs, typically ranging from $0 to $99+ per month each, or $5-$30 per month per app.

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App Marketplace Add-ons: While Clover boasts a robust app marketplace, many third-party applications for loyalty programs, advanced analytics, online ordering, or accounting integrations (like QuickBooks or Xero) come with separate monthly subscription costs, typically ranging from $0 to $99+ per month each, or $5-$30 per month per app.

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Monthly Service Fees

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Many Clover resellers charge a monthly service fee on top of the software fee, ranging from $9.95 to $49.95 per month.

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Monthly Service Fees: Many Clover resellers charge a monthly service fee on top of the software fee, ranging from $9.95 to $49.95 per month.

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Hardware Leases

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Hardware leases for a Clover Station, which costs around $1,800 to buy outright, can potentially cost $4,000 to $6,000 over a 48-month lease and are typically non-cancellable.

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Hardware leases are a significant hidden cost, with a Clover Station that costs around $1,800 to buy outright potentially costing $4,000 to $6,000 over a 48-month lease, and these leases are typically non-cancellable even if the business closes

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Additional Peripherals

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Additional peripherals like kitchen printers, barcode scanners, and PIN pads can cost $100–$500+ each.

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Additional peripherals like kitchen printers can cost $300+, barcode scanners $150+, and PIN pads $100–$500 each

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"Free" Hardware Trade-offs

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Hardware offered at a reduced or free cost by some processors often entails higher processing rates or longer contract commitments.

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Some processors may offer hardware at a reduced cost or even free in exchange for a processing agreement, which often entails higher processing rates or longer contract commitments

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Variable Processing Rates

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Payment processing rates vary significantly based on whether the system is purchased directly from Clover (Fiserv) or through a reseller.

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Buyers frequently report discrepancies in pricing and terms depending on whether they purchase directly from Clover (Fiserv) or through a reseller

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What hidden costs should I budget for with Clover?

Beyond the license fee, budget for: Chargeback Fees ($20-$50 per chargeback); Third-Party Processor Integration Fee ($25 per month); Additional Device Software License ($14.95 per month per device); Kitchen Display System (KDS) ($25 per month per device, plus $799-$899 for hardware); PCI Non-Compliance Fee ($19.99 to $99 per month, or $79 to $129 annually); App Marketplace Add-ons ($0 to $99+ per month each, or $5-$30 per month per app); Monthly Service Fees ($9.95 to $49.95 per month); Hardware Leases ($4,000 to $6,000 over a 48-month lease); Additional Peripherals ($100–$500+ each). Exact totals depend on your deployment size and negotiated terms.

02 Does Clover charge for implementation?

Clover implementation is not included in the license cost. Hardware leases for a Clover Station, which costs around $1,800 to buy outright, can potentially cost $4,000 to $6,000 over a 48-month lease and are typically non-cancellable.. Estimated impact: $4,000 to $6,000 over a 48-month lease.

03 How much does Clover support cost?

Many Clover resellers charge a monthly service fee on top of the software fee, ranging from $9.95 to $49. Estimated impact: $9.95 to $49.95 per month.

04 Are there overage or storage costs with Clover?

Clover typically charges $20-$50 per chargeback, depending on the merchant services provider.. Estimated impact: $20-$50 per chargeback.

05 What add-ons cost extra with Clover?

Add-on pricing for Clover varies by feature. The sourced cost breakdown above lists any verified add-on costs we have.

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