Quick price reference
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Used snack machine | $1,650 – $4,950 + GST |
| Used drink machine | $1,950 – $4,950 + GST |
| Used combination machine | $2,450 – $5,950 + GST |
| Specialised / custom machine | $2,450 – $5,950 + GST |
| Credit card reader (new) | From $550 installed |
| Coin acceptor (used) | From $295 GST inclusive |
| Note reader | From $350 + GST |
| Free program machine | No cost to the site |
Machine prices are plus GST, plus payment system and plus transport.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a vending machine cost in Australia?
Used machines run from $1,650 to $5,950 + GST depending on type and condition. New machines are quoted per model. Add a payment system from $295 and transport to site.
Is a free vending machine really free?
Yes. No purchase price, no rental, no service fee, no contract. We supply, install, restock and service the machine and earn from product sales at normal retail prices.
How many staff do you need to qualify for a free machine?
Around 25 people on site daily is the usual guide. Public venues with strong foot traffic qualify with fewer staff.
How much power does a vending machine use?
A refrigerated machine typically uses 4 to 8 kWh a day with energy saving mode and LED lighting. An ambient snack machine uses very little — it is essentially lighting and a controller.
How profitable is a vending machine?
Gross margins commonly sit between 35% and 55% depending on the product mix. Profitability is driven far more by foot traffic and restock efficiency than by machine choice, which is why site selection is everything.
What space does a vending machine need?
Roughly 950 mm to 1,100 mm of wall width, about 900 mm depth including door swing, and a 10 amp power point within two metres.
Can I put a machine outdoors?
Only under cover and out of direct weather. Outdoor-rated machines exist but standard machines fail quickly in rain and heat.
Who restocks a machine I buy?
You do, or you contract it out. If you would rather not handle restocking at all, the free program is the better fit.
Can machines take card and phone payments?
Yes. Any MDB machine can take a cashless reader from $550 installed, accepting tap card, phone and watch payments.
Do you service machines you did not supply?
Yes, subject to location and model. Send the make, model and fault and we will let you know.
How long does a vending machine last?
Commercial machines are built for a decade or more of duty. Refrigeration decks and coin mechs are the wear items, and both are serviceable.
Can we get healthy products only?
Yes. Health-focused planograms are common in schools, gyms and health services, and can exclude nut products or high-sugar lines entirely.
Still have a question?
Call us or send a message. We would rather answer a question now than sell you the wrong machine.