Snack vending machines for sale — crisps, chocolate and more.

Buying guide

Snack vending machines for sale: what to know

Snack vending machines for sale are the classic way to earn from crisps, chocolate, sweets and snack bars. Unchilled snack machines use little electricity, stock lasts for months and restocking is quick.

Every one of our snack vending machines for sale is tested before dispatch and delivered and installed free anywhere in the UK, with a 12-month warranty covering parts and remote support. More snack machines are being added to our range soon.

How much do snack vending machines cost?

Prices of snack vending machines for sale depend on size, shelves, branding and payment options. Here are the current prices on this page:

Spread the cost with a 25% deposit and the balance over up to 12 months at 0%, with no credit check. See our payment plans.

Types of snack vending machines for sale

Spiral snack machines

The classic, large, silver and media-screen snack machines use spirals to hold crisps, chocolate and bars. They’re simple, reliable and suit offices, schools and warehouses.

Branded snack can machines

The Pringles machine dispenses snack cans and stands out in any break room.

Premium touchscreen snack machines

The premium black and silver machine adds a touchscreen and card payments for busy, modern sites. The silver healthy snack machine has a touch display and card reader, and suits schools, gyms and hospitals.

Want snacks and drinks together? Browse our combo vending machines for sale.

How to choose from our snack vending machines for sale

• Range: more shelves mean more product lines; see our best snacks for vending machines guide.
• Payments: Card and phone payments lift sales; card payment with telemetry costs £10 a month plus 2% per transaction on Irelley machines.
• Space: check the footprint with our vending machine dimensions guide.
• Running costs: unchilled snack machines use far less power than drinks machines.

Best sites for snack vending machines

The snack vending machines for sale on this page suit offices, warehouses, factories, schools, colleges and waiting areas. Our snack machine guide explains how to run one profitably, and our vending machine locations guide helps you choose a site.

Payment options on snack vending machines for sale

Every machine takes coins, and card and phone payments can be added to most models. Cashless payments matter more each year, because many customers no longer carry change.

Card payment with telemetry costs £10 a month plus 2% per transaction on Irelley machines. Telemetry also shows sales and stock levels on your phone, so you know what to bring before you visit.

That means fewer wasted trips and fewer empty spirals. For most sites, adding card payment pays for itself through extra sales.

Snack vending machines for sale vs combo machines

A dedicated snack machine gives every shelf to snacks, so you can offer a wider range of crisps, chocolate, biscuits and bars. It suits busy sites where staff already have a drinks machine, a canteen or a kettle.

If your site has no drinks option, one of our combo vending machines for sale may be a better fit. Many sites pair snack vending machines for sale with one of our drinks vending machines for sale for the widest choice.

Running costs of snack vending machines

Unchilled snack machines only need power for lighting, the coin mech and any card reader, so electricity costs are low. That makes snack vending machines for sale one of the cheapest types of machine to run.

Your main costs are stock, card fees on cashless sales and time spent restocking. Buying stock from cash and carry or wholesale suppliers keeps margins healthy.

Stocking and restocking a snack machine

Most packaged snacks have long shelf lives, so you can stock up and restock less often than with chilled food. Rotate stock so older items sell first, and check best-before dates on each visit.

Put best sellers at eye level and keep prices simple. Our best snacks for vending machines guide lists products that sell well in most sites.

Note how quickly each spiral empties. After a few weeks you’ll know which lines to double up and which to swap out.

Snack vending machines for schools and workplaces

Schools, hospitals and some workplaces prefer healthier ranges. You can stock any of our snack vending machines for sale with baked crisps, nuts, fruit snacks and protein bars; our healthy vending machine guide has ideas.

For school sites, check the school’s food policy before you stock the machine. See our vending machines for schools guide for more.

How buying snack vending machines for sale works

1. Choose a machine: browse the snack vending machines for sale above and click Enquire on the one you like, or contact us if you’re unsure which fits your site.
2. Get advice and a quote: tell us about your site, footfall and products. We confirm the price, payment options and a delivery date.
3. Pay in full or spread the cost: pay upfront, or pay a 25% deposit and spread the balance over up to 12 months at 0%, with no credit check.
4. Delivery and installation: we deliver free anywhere in the UK, usually within 24 hours. We position, level and test the machine, then show you how to load it, set prices and collect takings.
5. Ongoing support: your 12-month warranty covers parts and remote support, so help is a call away if anything goes wrong.

Why buy snack vending machines for sale from Irelley?

Every machine is checked, cleaned and tested before it leaves us, so it arrives ready to stock. We deliver and install free anywhere in the UK, usually within 24 hours, and leave it running.

Our 12-month warranty covers parts and remote support. Need something you can’t see here? We can source other snack vending machines for sale on request.

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Snack vending machines for sale: FAQs

How much does a snack vending machine cost?

Our snack vending machines for sale start from £795 for the Classic Snack Machine and go up to £3,195 for the premium touchscreen model. Every price includes free UK delivery and installation.

Do snack vending machines need electricity?

Yes, for lighting and payments, but unchilled snack machines use far less electricity than chilled drinks machines.

Can snack machines take card payments?

Yes. Card payment with telemetry can be added for £10 a month plus 2% per transaction, and the premium machine takes card as standard.

What sells best in a snack machine?

Crisps, chocolate bars, biscuits and protein bars are usually the best sellers. Match the range to who uses the site.

Will you have more snack machines in stock?

Yes. More snack vending machines for sale are being added to our range soon. Contact us if you’re looking for a specific model.

Do I need a licence for a snack vending machine?

You don’t usually need a special licence to sell prepacked snacks, but you need the site owner’s permission. You may also need to register with your local council as a food business, so check with them before you start.

How often does a snack machine need restocking?

It depends on footfall. Quiet sites may only need a visit every week or two, while busy sites may need restocking several times a week.

Can I sell healthy snacks in a snack machine?

Yes. Baked crisps, nuts, protein bars and fruit snacks all fit standard spirals.

Which snack machine should I buy first?

For most offices and warehouses, the Classic or Large Snack Machine is a simple, low-cost start. Choose the premium touchscreen model for busy, modern sites where card payments and a sleek look matter.

Can a snack machine hold drinks?

Standard snack machines aren’t chilled, so they suit snacks rather than cold drinks. If you want both, choose a combo machine, or pair a snack machine with a drinks machine.

Can I pay monthly?

Yes. Pay a 25% deposit and spread the balance over up to 12 months at 0%, with no credit check. Start-ups can ask about a 20% deposit.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery and installation are free anywhere in the UK and usually completed within 24 hours. We position, level and test the machine before we leave.