SumUp Terminal vs Solo in Norway: Printer and 4G?

SumUp Terminal and SumUp Solo both stand on their own: they take cards without needing a phone alongside, and both have their own internet connection. The difference comes down to one thing - the printer. The SumUp Terminal has a built-in receipt printer and lets you enter orders, products and reports right on the device, while the SumUp Solo is the cheaper terminal that sends the receipt digitally. The pricing model is the same on both: 1.49% per payment, with no monthly fee and no lock-in. Both are sold at Elkjøp, and you can be up and running the same day.

The question in the title - do you need a printer and 4G? - has an honest answer: 4G is not the reason to choose the Terminal, because the SumUp Solo also has its own mobile data. What you actually pay extra for is the built-in receipt printer and the ability to manage sales, products and orders on the device itself. If you want the price difference in detail, read what the SumUp Terminal costs; if you are new to the model, start with what the SumUp Terminal is.

Last updated: 30 June 2026 - prices verified at Elkjøp.

SumUp Terminal vs SumUp Solo: the short difference

The SumUp Terminal is an all-in-one payment terminal: a single handheld device with its own HD touchscreen, a built-in receipt printer and its own internet connection. You can take payment, enter orders, keep track of inventory and view sales reports - all on the device itself, without a phone or a separate printer. You can even add products by taking a photo of them with the camera, and the battery lasts a full working day under steady use.

"SumUp Terminal is an all-in-one device that lets you enter orders, take payments, print receipts and gives you access to all the features of your business account." - SumUp Norway

The SumUp Solo is also a standalone terminal with its own screen and its own internet connection, but it lacks one thing: the printer. The Solo sends the receipt digitally by SMS or email instead of printing it out. It is cheaper than the Terminal and suits you if you only need to take card payments and are happy with a digital receipt. In short: the SumUp Terminal is the Solo plus a built-in receipt printer and more management of sales and products on the device.

What the Solo and Terminal have in common

Before we look at the differences, it is worth being clear about how alike the two actually are - because this is where the title's "4G" comes in. Both the SumUp Solo and the SumUp Terminal are standalone: they need no phone or tablet to work, unlike the cheaper SumUp Solo Lite, which has to pair with a phone. Both also have their own internet connection with mobile data, so they work on the move and where there is no fixed WiFi.

Both also accept the same payment methods: chip and PIN, contactless payment, Apple Pay and Google Pay, on both Visa and Mastercard. And both have exactly the same pricing model - 1.49% per payment, no monthly fee and no lock-in. If you want to compare the SumUp models at Elkjøp side by side, you will quickly see that it is mainly the receipt printer and the ordering function that set the price tags apart.

Solo vs Terminal: full comparison

The table below sums up the most important differences between the SumUp Solo and the SumUp Terminal:

As you can see, mobile data and standalone use are the same on both. It is the receipt printer and the management of orders, products and reports on the device that are the real reason to choose the SumUp Terminal over the SumUp Solo. If you are wondering where the Solo Lite and Register fit in, you can see the full range from Solo Lite to Register before you decide.

When do you need a built-in receipt printer?

You need a built-in receipt printer when you hand the customer a paper receipt on the spot, typically in a café, food truck or market. Then the SumUp Terminal is worth the price difference.

The built-in printer is the main reason to pay more for the SumUp Terminal. Here are the situations where it pays off:

1. You give the customer a paper receipt on the spot. Many customers still want a physical receipt, and then you avoid asking for an email address for every sale.
2. You run a café, food truck or market stall. Things move fast here, and a printed receipt or order slip makes the queue quicker than typing in contact details.
3. You want to enter orders and products on the device. The Terminal lets you build a product catalogue, take orders and keep track of inventory right on the screen.
4. You sell where there is no checkout counter. With a built-in printer and its own mobile data, you have a complete till in your hand, without extra equipment.
5. You want to gather sales reports and inventory in one place. The Terminal gives you an overview of sales and stock on the same device you take payment with.

If you recognise yourself in several of these points, the SumUp Terminal is probably worth the price difference. If you want to compare before you decide, you will find the SumUp Solo at Elkjøp alongside the terminals with a built-in printer.

What do the Solo and Terminal cost?

Both cost a fixed one-off price for the hardware plus 1.49% per payment, with no monthly fee and no lock-in. The SumUp Terminal costs most because the receipt printer is built in.

Both terminals follow the same pricing model as the rest of the SumUp family. You pay a one-off sum for the hardware itself, and then a transaction fee of 1.49% per completed payment. There is no monthly fee and no lock-in, so you do not pay for months without sales. If you want a lower fee, you can add the Betalinger Plus subscription, which brings the rate down to 0.79% per payment.

The SumUp Terminal costs more than the SumUp Solo, precisely because the printer and the ordering function are built in. The hardware prices themselves vary with promotions, so you should always check the current price at Elkjøp before you order. The SumUp payment terminals are sold at Elkjøp in Norway - check which models are in stock right now, since the range can vary.

One honest thing you should know whatever model you pick: both the SumUp Terminal and the SumUp Solo route Norwegian debit cards as Visa or Mastercard, not over BankAxept. BankAxept accounted for 49% of all transactions with Norwegian cards in 2024 (Norges Bank), so if you run a shop with very high card volume, a traditional bank terminal with BankAxept can work out cheaper. For most small and mobile businesses, this makes no practical difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the SumUp Terminal and the SumUp Solo?

Both are standalone payment terminals that take cards without a phone alongside. The difference is that the SumUp Terminal has a built-in receipt printer and lets you enter orders, products and reports right on the device. The SumUp Solo is the cheaper terminal without a printer, meant for you if you only need to take card payments. Both cost 1.49% per payment, with no monthly fee and no lock-in. Choose the Terminal if you want to print a receipt on the spot, and the Solo if a digital receipt is enough. Both are available at Elkjøp.

Does the SumUp Solo have 4G?

The SumUp Solo has its own internet connection with both WiFi and a built-in SIM card with data, so it can take payment entirely on its own - without a phone nearby. The SumUp Terminal, for its part, has a built-in 4G SIM with WiFi backup that automatically switches to the strongest network. In other words, mobile data is not what separates the two; both work where there is no fixed internet. What you actually pay extra for with the Terminal is the built-in receipt printer and the ordering function on the device.

Do I need a receipt printer?

It depends on how you sell. If you need to give the customer a paper receipt there and then - typically in a café, on a food truck, in a salon or at a market

• the built-in printer in the SumUp Terminal is worth the money. If a digital

receipt by SMS or email is enough, you save money with the SumUp Solo, which sends the receipt electronically. Many Norwegian customers are happy with a digital receipt, so honestly weigh up how often you actually need paper before you pay extra for the printer.

Do the SumUp Terminal and Solo support BankAxept?

No. Both the SumUp Terminal and the SumUp Solo route Norwegian debit cards as Visa or Mastercard, not over BankAxept. Both accept chip and PIN, contactless payment, Apple Pay and Google Pay. BankAxept accounted for 49% of all transactions with Norwegian cards in 2024 (Norges Bank), so if you run a shop with very high card volume, it can pay to compare the total cost with a traditional bank terminal. For most small and mobile businesses, this makes no practical difference.

What do the SumUp Terminal and Solo cost?

You pay a fixed one-off price for the terminal itself, and then 1.49% in transaction fee per payment. There is no monthly fee and no lock-in. The SumUp Terminal costs more than the SumUp Solo because it has a built-in receipt printer and ordering function. The hardware price itself varies with promotions, so always check the current price at Elkjøp before you buy. If you want a lower fee, you can add the Betalinger Plus subscription, which brings the rate down to 0.79% per payment.

Still unsure which one suits you? If you need to print a receipt on the spot, the SumUp Terminal is the right choice; if a digital receipt is enough, you save with the SumUp Solo. See SumUp payment terminals at Elkjøp, check which models are in stock and the current price, and get going today.