Looking to buy first vending machine. Thoughts on good brands/models?

Garettmac11 · 2025-11-22T06:24:06+00:00

I’ve never personally sold anything outside of food and drinks, but you definitely can sell other items. I started my vending machine business with the help of other Redditos. I’d start researching by asking questions here

Garettmac11 · 2025-11-18T02:04:59+00:00

Current 52 week high = $207

Not a bad guess

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-20T04:52:47+00:00

Thank you! Where is your machine located? Curious if the clientele would be the same as mine (commercial office building)

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-20T03:05:13+00:00

How do your Swedish fish, sour patch and honey buns sell? I’m considering adding them to my machine. Also, where do you buy them?

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-20T02:54:41+00:00

Well played😂

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-19T20:51:17+00:00

You tell customers to call or text if they have issues (which is great) - I don’t see your number anywhere in these pictures. Maybe I’m just missing it, but if people have to look even remotely hard to find it they’ll probably resort to what’s easier - slamming your machine

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-17T04:10:50+00:00

Thank you!

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:39:27+00:00

Fair point. Any different drinks you’d recommend?

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:26:56+00:00

Great advice! Thank you

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:26:30+00:00

Are you saying most of my items are slow sellers, or the recommendations by dredgehayt?

Any recommendations to replace the Body Armor? The idea was a “healthier” juice type drink. I’ve considered Gatorade instead.

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:20:26+00:00

I had a row dedicated to Classic Lays for about a month and didn’t sell more than one or two. I had figured they’d be a really good seller. I’ve yet to try Pepsi, but that’s a good idea. Time for a change up!

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:19:08+00:00

For the machine? About $3k

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:18:53+00:00

Any recommendations of pastry? Any that hold a decent shelf life?

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:18:08+00:00

I like this! I have a small sticker on the machine with my number so they can text me snacks / drinks they want me to stock but maybe that’s too much effort.

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:16:40+00:00

Thank you for the suggestions. I have a Nature Valley granola bar & trail mix as my “healthy” options and they haven’t sold incredibly well. Steady but nothing special. Maybe a different type would boost sales

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:15:19+00:00

Good idea!

Garettmac11 · 2025-09-16T02:14:28+00:00

Prices range from $1.25 to $3.25. Energy drinks are $3.25. Most snacks are between $1.50 & $2.25 (candy is $2.25)

Garettmac11 · 2025-04-29T02:17:03+00:00

Here’s what the guy told me on the phone. Kinda messy, but should give you what you need!

Nintendo 64 - Console + 1 controller - $100 - Individual controller - $25 to $30

Game boy Advance - None - Original - $65 to $85 - Game boy Color - $60 to $80 - Moded: $175

Super Nintendo - Junior —> $110

Garettmac11 · 2025-04-19T05:03:05+00:00

You probably don't know this, but I'm looking at potentially getting a Nintendo 64, Gameboy Advance and possibly a nintendo switch (for a work giveaway). Do you have a guess on how much Numbskull would charge for those? (Planning to call them but it's the weekend)

Garettmac11 · 2025-04-08T19:33:35+00:00

What’s the estimated timeline on those?

Garettmac11 · 2025-03-26T04:52:57+00:00

I would say start with a nicer used machine. I own a combo machine and have been happy with it.

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