How to choose the right vending coffee machine? Overview of popular slots

vending coffee machines, designed for automatic sale of aromatic drinks, are known to everyone who loves delicious coffee at an affordable price.

Hot vending coffee is available at any time of the day and is ready in minutes, which is especially attractive to many consumers.

Besides, such devices are a good way to earn money for entrepreneurs, because from year to year the popularity of equipment capable of cook coffee drink, excellent taste, noticeably growing.

Types of vending coffee machines

Based on this, the following types of devices are presented on the market:

1. For instant coffee - devices with buttons for the economy class.
   The equipment is distinguished by the ability to prepare 10 different drinks by mixing no more than three ingredients.
2. For coffee beans - prepare up to 15 types of coffee drinks from freshly ground beans with the addition of sugar, milk, chocolate or other soluble ingredients.
3. For capsule coffee - works on ground coffee, packaged in capsules.
   For ease of use, the device is equipped with an innovative display, advanced menu and intuitive interface.
4. For grain and instant - a universal device that combines the functions of machines for preparing a drink from grain and instant coffee.
   The assortment includes 15 or more drinks of various composition and a wide price range.
5. Combined – the device combines the functions of a coffee and snack machine.
   In one part, a coffee machine with instant ingredients or coffee beans is installed, and in the other there is a retail sector with snacks in individual packaging.

Where is it most often installed?

For example, devices can be located at such points as:

• shopping and entertainment center;
• gas station or car wash;
• medical institution;
• educational institution;
• airport, train station or subway;
• hostel;
• enterprises, offices;
• a park.

When installing vending machines in certain outlets takes into account the technology of preparation of coffee drinks.

In offices, there are usually machines for brewing coffee from freshly ground beans that have retained their natural taste and aroma.

In educational institutions, vending machines with instant coffee are relevant, as it is prepared 2 times faster than grain.

In the case when drinks are free for visitors or employees, electronic counters are used instead of bill acceptors.

However, in other cases, non-cash and cash payment methods are appropriate.

How to choose?

In order to choose high-quality equipment that can bring a good profit, when choosing a coffee vending machine experts recommend paying attention to several important nuances.

These include:

• dimensions.
  The size and weight of the machine are often the deciding factors when choosing equipment.
  Since heavy floor units are more suitable for installation in places with high traffic, and desktop ones are an excellent option for places with less traffic;
• the presence of a system against hacking.
  It depends on this item whether it will be possible to install the machine on the street or whether it is suitable exclusively for protected premises;
• type of consumables.
  The machines can prepare drinks from natural beans, coffee capsules and instant ingredients.
  The best coffee is obtained from freshly ground beans, but such devices cost a lot;
• number of cups that can be placed in the device.
  The more portions of the drink the device can dispense without refueling, the more convenient it will be to use;
• functionality.
  A wide range of coffee drinks and prices will help to satisfy the preferences of different customers, significantly increasing income;
• equipment A coffee machine combined with a snack one will arouse more interest among buyers than a regular one.
  After all, this way you can buy not only a drink, but also food when there is no time to visit a cafe;
• service life.
  Many machines are designed for a 7-year operational period, however, some manufacturers give a 10-year warranty, which speaks of professionalism and responsibility;
• Availability of warranty and post-warranty service.
  Allows you to correct or eliminate problems that have arisen during the long operation of the device;
• manufacturer.
  Preference should be given to well-known and proven brands that have been on the coffee equipment market for quite a long time;
• price.
  A good machine cannot be cheap, so when you decide to start a vending business, you should not count on the fact that an inexpensive machine can last several years without breakdowns.

Design also plays an important role when choosing a coffee machine, although it is not a decisive criterion.

Popular brands

Among domestic entrepreneurs equipment from Unicum, Necta and Jofemar is in great demand.

The machines are of high quality, reliable assembly and functionality, but each of them has its own characteristics and advantages.

Unicum

The only Russian manufacturer of vending machines with its own factory.

He is known for his non-standard and innovative solutions in the development of devices for making coffee.

The best Unicum devices named:

1. Nero To Go – prepares drinks from instant ingredients and coffee beans.
   The model is equipped with a professional coffee grinder with fine grinding adjustment, illumination of the working area, a graphic display and a number of features. Among them:

• adjustable boiler temperature;
• tray for portioned sugar;
• cappuccinatore for whipping creamy foam;
• 2 non-automatic cup dispensers;
• 10 drink selection buttons;
• water pressure from 0.5 to 8.5 bar.

2. Nova Rosso – brews 12 types of coffee drinks from natural beans.
   The device is equipped with a built-in payment system with the function of issuing money, a remote control function and stands out among similar models for ease of maintenance and operation.
   The following features make the device easy to use:

• unique mechanism for issuing a drink;
• large boiler;
• flexible planogram;
• ergonomic arrangement of components inside the device;
• Spacious change dispenser.

3. Rosso Touch Smart – an automatic machine capable of preparing 16 coffee drinks from coffee beans.
   The advantages of the device include:

• touchscreen;
• large boiler;
• uploading statistics via USB;
• advanced video interface;
• distribution of wireless Internet to all customers.

Necta

An Italian manufacturer that has been producing multifunctional vending machines for the preparation and sale of coffee drinks in automatic mode for many years.

1. Kikko ES6 – a vending machine with the ability to prepare 16 different drinks based on 6 ingredients.
   The composition may include both grain and ground coffee, sugar, cream, chocolate, and tea.
   Among the main advantages of the device it is worth noting:

• adjustment of the degree of grinding grains;
• autonomous water pumping system;
• large display;
• a sound signal that notifies the completion of the cooking process.

2. Kikko IN7– a device with original technology that provides quick preparation of delicious and rich drinks from instant freeze-dried coffee.
   The equipment has a large number of advantages:

• reliability and versatility;
• the presence of an optical sensor for the presence of a cup;
• preliminary selection of components;
• the ability to connect a snack machine;
• acceptable price.

3. Opera To Go – a device with increased productivity, a capacious container for coffee beans and instant coffee.
   In addition to an attractive appearance, the machine has:

• 18 drink selection buttons;
• graphic display;
• cashless payment module;
• reinforced door and reinforced lock:
• patented tea brewing technology.

Jofemar

A Spanish company that produces coffee machines that can control pressure and prepare up to 20 types of drinks.

The devices are equipped with a self-cleaning function, mechanical self-adjustment of grain grinding and a large display.

For successful business development, the manufacturer offers:

1. Coffeemar G250 - a model that guarantees the preparation of high-quality coffee from freshly ground beans at a pressure of 15 bar.
   The main advantages of the vending machine are:

• capacious coffee grinder;
• preparation of 15 drinks based on 6 components;
• 350 cups for brewed coffee;
• programmable mixing and feeding process;
• autonomous water supply system.

2. Coffeemar G546 - improved version of model G The device is supplemented with several containers and a larger loading of ingredients.
   The manufacturer calls the features of the model:

• housing made of corrosion-resistant steel;
• 20 types of drinks;
• electronic self-adjustment of grinding;
• boiler temperature control;
• stylish design.

3. Coffeemar Bluetec G335 — automatic machine for preparation of beverages from grain and instant coffee, made of stainless steel and black glass.
   Laconic design allows you to place the device in business centers, car dealerships or government agencies. The model is equipped with:

• device for reading electronic cards;
• self-adjustment of the grinding group;
• automatic cleaning function;
• large LCD display.

conclusions

When choosing vending coffee machine first of all, you need to compare your financial capabilities and the needs of potential consumersand also take into account that:

• profit from the installed apparatus for brewing and selling coffee directly depends on its location;
• vending machines that prepare drinks from instant coffee lose to devices designed for brewing coffee from freshly ground beans;
• A modern vending machine must be equipped with a touch screen and a self-diagnostic system for faults.

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