What Skyzer does

Skyzer is a privately held New Zealand-based EFTPOS payment terminal provider founded in 2009. The company distributes and supports Ingenico Telium Tetra-based hardware, principally the portable Move 5000 and the countertop Desk 5000, both PCI v5-certified until 30 April 2029 and available in eight colour variants (Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, Teal, White, Yellow Gold) for merchant brand alignment. As of the most recent disclosures, Skyzer reports 31,917 terminals deployed in the New Zealand market. The company is currently transitioning its product line to include SUNMI Android-based smart terminals (P2, P2 Lite SE, P3, P3 Mix) to extend into smart-terminal use cases including QR-code-based Chinese payment methods (UnionPay, WeChat Pay, Alipay) and dynamic currency conversion for tourism merchants.

Skyzer generates revenue through a mix of one-time hardware sales ($395-$1,900+GST), long-term rentals (12/24/36/48 month terms), and short-term rentals starting at $95+GST for events and markets. Recurring monthly revenue streams include mandatory software compliance fees, Worldline (Paymark) network connection at $18.90+GST per terminal per month, and optional SIM card data services at approximately $13+GST per month. The company sells exclusively through direct channels, its own website (skyzer.co.nz) and a phone sales line, supplemented by event partnerships with General Collective and The Market Collaborative.

The go-to-market targets retail and hospitality verticals, SMBs and startups (including market vendors and pop-up shops), tourism merchants, and community/event organisers. Enterprise customers include Cotton On, Superdry, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Spotlight, Macpac, Decjuba, Foot Locker, L'Occitane, Supercheap Auto NZ, Super Retail Group, and Zambrero. The company operates the Terminal Management System (TMS) for remote software delivery, integrates with 8+ POS platforms (SwiftPOS, Gpos, Wizbang, Future Pos, Red Cat, Cin7, Kudos, IdealPos), and maintains a strategic merchant services partnership with Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). Operations are confined to New Zealand, with a warehouse/distribution facility in Onehunga, Auckland.

Name

Skyzer

Legal name

Skyzer

Website

https://skyzer.co.nz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Skyzer is a New Zealand-based, privately held EFTPOS payment terminal provider founded in 2009, distributing Ingenico Move 5000 and Desk 5000 terminals (and forthcoming SUNMI Android smart terminals) to retail, hospitality, SMB, and tourism merchants through direct website and phone sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Auckland

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Terminal Sales: One-time purchase of EFTPOS terminals (Move 5000, Desk 5000) ranging from $395 to $1,900+GST depending on model and configuration.
2. Long-term Terminal Rental: Monthly rental agreements for 12, 24, 36, or 48 month terms providing terminals with ongoing support.
3. Short-term Terminal Rental: Flexible rental options for events, pop-up shops, and markets starting at $95+GST for Move 5000.
4. Software Compliance Fees: Monthly software compliance fee per terminal covering security updates and regulatory compliance with Payments NZ.
5. SIM Card Services: Mobile data connectivity for wireless terminals at approximately $10-13/month.
6. Worldline Network Fees: Payment network connection fees at $18.90+GST per terminal per month for Worldline network access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Skyzer sells, rents and supports EFTPOS payment terminals (Move 5000 portable, Desk 5000 countertop, and SUNMI Android smart terminals) directly to New Zealand businesses. Customers can purchase terminals outright (from $395), take long-term rentals (12–48 month terms), or rent short-term for events and markets. The offer is bundled with PCI v5-certified software, a Terminal Management System for remote updates, Worldline/Paymark network connectivity, POS integration, software compliance, support packages, and value-added services such as Chinese Payments and Dynamic Currency Conversion.

Product overview

Skyzer is a New Zealand-based EFTPOS payment terminal provider offering a portfolio of hardware terminals and associated services. Its core product range consists of two main Ingenico-based terminal lines — the portable Move 5000 and the countertop Desk 5000 — both built on the Telium Tetra operating system and available in multiple colour variants. These terminals are offered through purchase, long-term rental, or short-term rental models. Skyzer also distributes SUNMI Android-based smart terminals (P2, P2 Lite SE, P3, P3 Mix) as a newer product line. The offering is complemented by a suite of add-on services including POS system integration (SwiftPOS, Gpos, Wizbang, Future Pos, Red Cat, Cin7, Kudos, IdealPos), the Terminal Management System (TMS) for remote software delivery, Software Compliance for ongoing security updates, Support Packages, Extended Hardware Warranty, SIM card connectivity, Customised Branding, Chinese Payments Services (UnionPay, WeChat Pay, Alipay), Dynamic Currency Converter, and Contactless Payment Capability. Skyzer operates on the Worldline payment network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Move 5000 portable EFTPOS terminal A portable, mobile EFTPOS terminal built on the Ingenico Telium Tetra platform supporting 4G/3G/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity, long-lasting battery, integrated thermal printer, and contactless, chip, and magnetic stripe payments. Available in multiple colour options and offered to NZ businesses through purchase or rental.
• Desk 5000 countertop EFTPOS terminal A countertop EFTPOS terminal on the Ingenico Telium Tetra platform built for busy storefronts, with responsive keypad, Ethernet/Wi-Fi connectivity, support for PIN pads and POS integration, and contactless, chip, and magnetic stripe payment acceptance. Available in multiple colour options.
• Short-Term EFTPOS Terminal Rental Flexible rental of the Move 5000 portable terminal for events, pop-up shops, and markets. Rental options include 1 weekend, 2 weeks, 1 month, or 6 months, starting from $95 plus GST. Includes pre-activated SIM card and 7-day-a-week support.
• Terminal Management System (TMS) A remote terminal management system that delivers software updates to Skyzer terminals over the internet. Mandated in New Zealand to keep terminals at the latest software version. Terminals automatically contact TMS monthly to check for and download new applications, verify security, and activate new software versions.
• Skyzer Support Packages Tiered support plans ranging from month-to-month to multi-year coverage, with pay-monthly and prepaid options. Plans from $10 per month, providing troubleshooting, technical assistance, and access to Skyzer's 0800 SKYZER support line and HelpDesk (8am–9pm, 7 days a week).
• Software Compliance Subscription Monthly software license fee per terminal covering unlimited software upgrades, remote delivery via TMS, and ongoing security and regulatory compliance with Payments New Zealand requirements. Mandatory for purchased terminals and included for rental terminals.
• Extended Hardware Warranty Extended warranty coverage beyond the standard warranty period for Skyzer EFTPOS terminals, protecting hardware investment over the long term.
• Chinese Payments Services Integrated payment services enabling merchants to accept Chinese payment methods including UnionPay, WeChat Pay, and Alipay, targeting tourism merchants processing international visitors from China.
• Dynamic Currency Converter (Currency Select EFTPOS) Currency Select EFTPOS (CSE) application designed for tourism merchants processing international transactions, allowing customers to pay in their home currency with real-time exchange rate conversion.
• Contactless Payment Capability Contactless payment functionality (payWave/contactless) enabled on Skyzer terminals for fast, secure tap-and-go transactions.
• Customised Branding on Terminal Screen Service allowing merchants to display their own business logo on the Skyzer terminal screen at no extra cost, enhancing brand visibility during the payment process.
• SUNMI P2 Android Smart Payment Terminal Android-based smart payment terminal with inbuilt 58mm Seiko thermal printer, UnionPay certified rear camera for QR code payments, and removable LiPo battery. Designed as a versatile portable option for businesses needing flexible payment acceptance at or away from the counter.
• SUNMI P2 Lite SE Android Payment Terminal Compact Android smart payment terminal designed for small businesses, market stalls, food trucks, pop-up shops, and mobile service businesses. A lightweight, practical option where simplicity and portability are key considerations.
• SUNMI P3 Android Smart Payment Terminal Capable Android smart payment terminal designed for businesses with regular daily transactions. Suitable for cafés, restaurants, clinics, salons, and service counters needing a dependable everyday terminal with advanced smart payment functionality.
• SUNMI P3 Mix Android Smart Payment Terminal Flexible Android smart payment terminal with broader functionality supporting more advanced workflows beyond basic payment acceptance, including screen usability, receipt handling, mobility, scanning, and smart terminal use cases.
• Move 5000 Long-Term Rental Long-term monthly rental agreement for the Move 5000 portable terminal with terms of 12, 24, 36, or 48 months, available in eight colours (Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, Teal, White, Yellow Gold) and bundled with ongoing support and software compliance.
• Worldline (Paymark) Network Connection Service Monthly payment network connection service via the Worldline (Paymark) network that facilitates transaction processing through Skyzer terminals. Priced at $18.90 plus GST per terminal per month, with Worldline described as the most uninterrupted network in New Zealand.
• Mobile Data SIM Card Service Cellular data SIM card option for Move 5000 and Desk 5000 terminals that enables mobile connectivity without Wi-Fi. Priced at approximately $13.00 plus GST per terminal per month, with carrier options including 2degrees and One NZ.
• POS System Integration Service Integration service connecting Skyzer EFTPOS terminals with Point of Sale (POS) systems for streamlined operations. Preferred POS partners include SwiftPOS, Gpos, Wizbang, Future Pos, Red Cat, Cin7, Kudos, and IdealPos.

Quantifiable outcome

• 31,917 terminals deployed in New Zealand market
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, preferred, minor and strategic.

• Worldline (Paymark)coreTechnology or IntegrationWorldline (operating as Paymark in New Zealand) is the primary payment network provider for Skyzer terminals. Skyzer uses the Worldline Network for transaction processing, described as offering 'the most uninterrupted network in New Zealand' for streamlined payments.
• BNZ (Bank of New Zealand)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSkyzer has partnered with BNZ to offer merchant services to New Zealand businesses. This partnership provides a one-stop solution for businesses to manage payment processing needs including transaction processing, settlement, reconciliation, and merchant services fees management.
• SwiftPOSpreferredTechnology or IntegrationPreferred POS integration partner for Skyzer terminals. SwiftPOS seamlessly and fully integrates with Skyzer EFTPOS terminals for streamlined retail operations.
• GpospreferredTechnology or IntegrationPOS integration partner offering seamless connectivity with Skyzer EFTPOS terminals.
• WizbangpreferredTechnology or IntegrationPOS integration partner offering seamless connectivity with Skyzer EFTPOS terminals.
• Future PospreferredTechnology or IntegrationPOS integration partner offering seamless connectivity with Skyzer EFTPOS terminals.
• Red CatpreferredTechnology or IntegrationPOS integration partner for the hospitality industry, fully integrating with Skyzer terminals.
• General CollectiveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarket event partnership offering special EFTPOS rental rates ($75+GST per event) to General Collective market vendors, providing portable coloured terminals for market trading.
• The Market CollaborativeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarket event partnership offering special EFTPOS rental rates to The Market Collaborative event vendors.
• SUNMIstrategicTechnology or IntegrationSkyzer is introducing SUNMI Android-based smart payment terminals (P2, P2 Lite SE, P3, P3 Mix) to the New Zealand market. SUNMI is recognized globally for Android digitisation solutions with products in over 200 countries.
• 2degreesminorOthersMobile network provider for SIM card option in Skyzer terminals for cellular connectivity.
• One NZminorOthersMobile network provider for SIM card option in Skyzer terminals for cellular connectivity.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Smartpay: NZ-based EFTPOS terminal provider serving small and mid-market merchants with countertop and mobile terminals. Smartpay is the closest direct competitor to Skyzer in the NZ EFTPOS market, targeting overlapping retail, hospitality, and SMB segments.
• Newland Payment Technology: Global POS terminal manufacturer producing countertop, mobile, and Android smart terminals. Newland competes for the same retail and hospitality merchants Skyzer serves, particularly as the market transitions to Android-based devices.
• Verifone: Global payment terminal manufacturer competing directly with Skyzer's Ingenico-based hardware line. Verifone sells countertop and mobile EFTPOS terminals globally and into NZ via resellers, addressing the same retail and hospitality merchants Skyzer targets.
• PAX Global Technology: Chinese-based POS terminal manufacturer selling Android smart terminals globally. PAX competes for the same retail and hospitality merchants Skyzer serves, particularly as the industry transitions from legacy Ingenico OS to Android.
• Ingenico (Worldline): Manufacturer of the Telium Tetra platform and Move/Desk 5000 terminals Skyzer distributes. Since merging with Worldline, Ingenico is both Skyzer's primary hardware supplier and parent of its payment network partner, creating vertical overlap in NZ.
• Windcave: NZ-headquartered payment technology provider offering EFTPOS terminals, online gateways, and merchant services. Windcave competes with Skyzer across NZ merchant segments and overlaps in counter and mobile terminal hardware.

Broad incumbents

• Square (Block): Global POS hardware and software ecosystem offering integrated hardware, payments, and SaaS tools. Square competes with Skyzer for SMB merchants in NZ through mobile card readers and full POS systems, differentiated by software ecosystem.

Emerging players

• SumUp: European mobile POS provider expanding globally with affordable card-reader hardware and integrated payment processing. Targets the same SMB and mobile-merchant segments Skyzer addresses with its Move 5000 portable terminal.
• Zettle by PayPal: Mobile and countertop POS provider owned by PayPal, serving SMBs with integrated hardware and software. Targets overlapping retail and hospitality merchants with a software-led model that competes with Skyzer's hardware-centric offering.

Regional players

• Tyro Payments: Australian-integrated EFTPOS and POS provider serving SMEs with payment terminals and business banking. Comparable to Skyzer in product offering but operating across the Tasman with a banking-led distribution model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/skyzernz
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skyzernz

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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