1/ Thinking of starting a vending machine business in India? Or planning to install one at your office, mall, or school? Let’s break down the real costs you should know before buying 🧾👇
2/ Types of Vending Machines Each type comes with its own price tag. Here are the common ones in India:
- Snack & Beverage Combo
- Coffee & Tea
- Ice Cream
- Sanitary Napkin
- Water Bottle Dispensers
- Smart/Touchscreen Machines
3/ Basic Snack & Beverage Combo 💸 Price: ₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000
Manual buttons, basic cooling Good for offices, schools, gyms
4/ Smart Vending Machines (Digital Display, UPI, Card) 💸 Price: ₹1.8L – ₹4L+
Touch screen, IoT-connected Accepts UPI, Paytm, Cards Best for airports, malls, coworking spaces
5/ Coffee/Tea Machines (Instant Premix) 💸 Price: ₹15,000 – ₹50,000
Low-cost but needs regular refills Great for small offices or waiting rooms
6/ Ice Cream Vending Machine 💸 Price: ₹2.5L – ₹5L+
Comes with deep cooling and custom branding Ideal for high-footfall retail zones
7/ Water ATM or Bottle Vending Machines 💸 Price: ₹1.2L – ₹3L
Dispenses clean water or sealed bottles Often seen at railway stations, public parks
8/ Sanitary Napkin Dispenser 💸 Price: ₹8,000 – ₹25,000
Essential for schools, colleges, and public toilets Can run coin or UPI based
9/ Used or Refurbished Machines 💸 Price: ₹30,000 – ₹80,000
Good for budget entry Just make sure spare parts and support are available
10/ Custom Branding or Franchise Model?
- Branded wrap: ₹3,000 – ₹10,000
- Franchise vending machines: Entry fee ₹50K–₹2L
Some brands charge revenue share too
11/ Recurring Costs
- Electricity: ₹500–₹1,000/month
- Stock Refill: Depends on usage
- Maintenance: ₹2,000–₹5,000/quarter
- Internet SIM (for smart machines): ₹100–₹300/month
12/ Should You Lease Instead? Some companies offer rental options:
- Starting ₹2,500–₹7,000/month
- No upfront investment
- Great for testing locations
13/ Final Words
➡️ Starting cost: ₹15,000 to ₹5L+
➡️ ROI in 8–18 months (if well placed)
➡️ Smart vending is the future 🚀
Do your homework. Choose your machine based on the location and audience.
