How Much is a Vending Machine Cost? Cheap, Used & Profitable

In the USA, vending machines cost $1,000–$10,000. Snack machines average $1,500–$4,000, drink machines $1,000–$6,000, combo machines $2,500–$7,500, and specialty or high-tech models $3,000–$10,000.

Vending Machine Costs — USA & UK

Price ranges, top brands & models, suppliers, startup checklist and local suppliers.

Overview

This guide summarizes common new vs used price ranges for vending machines in the USA and UK, shows notable models & prices, lists online distributors and local suppliers, and covers startup costs & permits.

USA — Typical Costs

New machines — ranges & notes

New: commonly $3,000–$10,000 for standard snack/drink combos; specialty/fresh/coffee machines often cost more.
Drinks (new): ~$3,500–$6,000+.

Used / Refurbished

Roughly $1,000–$6,000 depending on type and condition. Many operators start with used combos in the $1,200–$4,000 range.

Price
Snack & drink combo
Typical new (USA): $3,000–$10,000
Typical used (USA): $1,200–$4,000
Beverage-only
Typical new (USA): $3,500–$6,000+
Typical used (USA): $1,000–$2,500
Specialty (coffee / fresh)
Typical new (USA): $7,000–$15,000+
Typical used (USA): $2,000–$8,000 (varies)

UK — Typical Costs (GBP)

New prices commonly described as "several hundred pounds to several thousand". Countertop/small units can be under £100–£300, whereas full-size snack/drink units often range ~£2,000–£6,000+. Used machines are often 20–50% cheaper but may lack warranty.

Top Brands & Models

Crane — BevMax
~$12,995

Crane BevMax series and combo lines (Merchant Combo / Shoppertron) represent higher-end combo units; example vendor listings commonly show certain BevMax models near $12,995.

USI — Mercato 3000 (snack)
$4,795–$5,495

Popular snack machines; dealer listings often show Mercato series around the $4–6k band depending on options.

Azkoyen — Mistral+ (H70 / H85)
~£5,600

Glass-front combo units with high channel counts; typical dealer listings for H70/H85 variants around £5.6k depending on configuration.

Where to order — Online distributors & Local suppliers

Vendtek (Michigan) — authorized Crane/USI dealer
Dealer of new & refurbished Crane / USI models; national delivery available.
Selectivend (Iowa)
New & refurbished machines; service & parts.
Vending World (Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
Refurbished machines and parts; regional pickup/service.
Vendtrade (London / Croydon)
New & used units; rental and service options.
Monkey Vend (Tamworth)
Sales, service and rental options.
Livewell Vending (Leeds)
Supplier and service partner for regional operators.

Local business

Vendwize
16 Walker St, Ste A, Watsonville, CA 95076 — Tel: 1-888-279-2375
New & used vending machines, service & parts.
Selectivend
8040 University Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50325 — Tel: 1-800-282-1944
Nationwide distributor & parts.
Vendtrade (UK)
9 Hawker Rd, Croydon, London CR0 4WD — Tel: 0845 689 0096
New & used machines; servicing and rentals.

Business startup costs & permits (USA)

  • Machine purchase: see ranges above. Many start with a single basic machine + stock for $2,000–$3,000.
  • Initial inventory per machine: $200–$500.
  • Delivery & equipment: dolly/hand truck (~$100–$300); minor repair/upgrade buffer (~10–15%).
  • Licenses & permits: general business license (~$50–$150 typical); health permits if selling perishable food (~$100–$500 where required).
  • Insurance: liability often ~$40–$100/month.
  • Location fees: many placements are rent-free with commission (5–15%) or flat fees ($50–$200+/month) for premium locations.
Disclaimer: Price Change depending on various factors and should only be taken as referene. Contact your local supplier for a quote.

Vending Machine Prices

Type of Vending MachineTypical Price Range (USD)
Snack-only$1,500 – $4,000
Drink / Beverage-only$1,000 – $6,000
Combo (Snacks + Drinks)$2,500 – $7,500
Specialty / High-tech$3,000 – $10,000+

Daniel Cohen Turner

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