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FirstData (now Fiserv)

Payment processing and merchant services for all business types

FirstData (merged with Fiserv) provides merchant acquiring, payment processing, and point-of-sale solutions. It serves a broad customer base from small businesses to large enterprises with customised solutions.

Pricing fromCustom
Best forEstablished retail businesses, restaurants, and merchants already using FirstData terminals
Websitewww.fiserv.com

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Extensive payment processing infrastructure and terminal networks
  • Custom solutions available for enterprise clients
  • Often considered outdated compared to modern fintech alternatives
  • Customer service quality and response times are inconsistent

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Questions about FirstData (now Fiserv)

How much does FirstData (now Fiserv) cost?

Lister lists FirstData (now Fiserv)'s pricing as: Custom.

Who is FirstData (now Fiserv) best for?

FirstData (now Fiserv) is best for established retail businesses, restaurants, and merchants already using FirstData terminals.

Where does FirstData (now Fiserv) rank?

FirstData (now Fiserv) is ranked #9 in Top 10 Payment Processors (Lister Score 76.3).

What are the best alternatives to FirstData (now Fiserv)?

The closest alternatives on Lister are Stripe (#1 in Top 10 Payment Processors), PayPal (#2 in Top 10 Payment Processors) and Square (#3 in Top 10 Payment Processors).

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