[upsales]

Franchise operator is responsible for providing drinks, snacks, and other vending services.
Generally, the operator owns the vending machines so there is less investment required plus less overhead cost because there is no need to hire a person to oversee this type of franchise on a daily basis.

[bizniz]

Vending machines can be a good source of income provided that you place them in good locations. Bus terminals or train stations are good places to put these vending machines.

[MLM_0107]

Vending machines are convenient sources of income, especially, if they're placed in suitable locations. However, price tags should definitely match the ones available elsewhere; otherwise, no one will prefer to use them.

[jab77]

How many different vending machine companies are there to franchise? Is it feasible to do with all types of vending machines or just certain ones (soda, cigs, candy, toys, icecream)?

[MLM_0107]

I believe that only certain merchandise may be provided using vending machines. I believe that items with moisture might damage most vending machines; thus, lead to regular maintenace costs.

[hali]

The way I see it you are going to have regular maintenance costs anyway if you go with a vending machine business. People abuse stuff like that and you are always going to be the one to have to make sure it gets fixed because if you don't you are losing profits on a daily basis.

[MLM_0107]

I agree. Regular maintenance is inavoidable, but in varying degrees, depending on how people use it. If it's used properly, then maintenance would be less. Repair is also part of the franchise, I believe, as long as the machine does not have any major damage.

[Mondo]

Hi

I am a newbie. First post. I'm thinking of a vending machine franchise. Any success or horror stories?

Mondo

[Hannibal]

Mondo,

I pretty much agree with the above statements. This is a great franchise for a new person, as long as you put the machines in a good places, and keep your customer costs low. I've also heard starting with charities is a good idea, because it gets your food in the door. Why are you interested in a vending machine business in the first place?

[franchisepro]

With the modernization of mobile ATM machines, does anyone have information about whether they are a better business or not than vending machines?