Vending Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis
Prior to the 1920s, marketers of vending machines and the products they vended were one and the same. The industry bifurcated into manufacturers of consumables and vending machine manufacturers/operators with the introduction of machines that sold multiple kinds of products—packaged candy and lighter fluid in the same machine, or several types of candy. About the same time three types of cigarette machines were introduced.
In the decade after World War II many small companies entered the industry with many design improvements. Coin mechanisms in particular became more sophisticated. In the late 1950s and early 1960s machines with electromechanical units began to appear.
The 1960s is regarded by many as the golden age of the vending machine industry. Vending machines were a staple of the American workplace, and the vending industry benefited from a booming industrial sector. During this period prices were relatively stable, and most products could be purchased with a single coin.
The economic climate of the following decade was less hospitable. The inflation of the 1970s made vending machines inconvenient, and there was also a shrinking in the manufacturing labor force where a large proportion of vending machine consumers were found. However, the product mix did change during this period, as bagged snacks began to grow in popularity at the expense of candy. The helical-feed glass-front candy/snack machine, which subsequently became the industry standard, also was introduced in the 1970s.
The spread of microprocessors has since transformed the design and function of vending machines. Microprocessors made it much easier to design machines that offered multiple prices and an ever-widening product selection, expanding to include a wide variety of snacks, frozen foods, microwavable food, diet and low-fat foods, and healthy foods such as yogurt.
Vending Industry Research & Market Reports
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Vending in Romania
... channel in Romania in 2024, in terms of value growth. Hot drinks, and in particular coffee, accounted for most value sales. Also, VAT changes came into effect in 2024 that raised the rate from 9% ... Read More
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Intelligent Vending Machines Market by Machine Type (Free-Standing Vending Machines, Wall-Mounted Vending Machines), Product Dispensed (Beverages, Snacks, Food, Confections, and Others), Application (Manufacturing, Commercial Malls and Retail Stores, Offices, Educational Institutes, and Others), and Region 2025-2033
... 2025-2033. the rapid adoption of cashless payment systems, the increasing emphasis on remote monitoring and management of vending machines and rapid digitalization represent some of the key factors driving the market. Intelligent Vending Machine refers ... Read More
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Vending in China
... drinks vending also accounted for a significant share of sales, and foods vending maintained growth. Post-COVID-19, more people travelled domestically, which boosted demand for convenient access to snacks and beverages. For instance, vending machines in ... Read More
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Vending in Canada
... key locations for vending machines (offices, schools and public spaces) with the end of COVID-19 restrictions. Thus, there was a level of stabilisation at the end of the review period. Euromonitor International's Vending in Canada ... Read More
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Vending in Brazil
... the needs of consumers who increasingly seek quick, convenient, and safe options for their everyday purchases. In addition, digitalisation and the growing adoption of contactless payments are also encouraging their use. Vending machines are currently ... Read More
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Vending in Argentina
... many local consumers avoided on-the-go consumption. In an attempt to avoid vandalism, vending machines are usually located in key and monitored areas. For example, vending machines are often located in secure places like airports, as ... Read More
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Vending in Belgium
... offering better value-for-money. Additionally, the poor weather in Belgium in 2024 was also detrimental to vending sales which rely heavily on high levels of foot traffic. Euromonitor International's Vending in Belgium report offers insight into ... Read More
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Vending in France
... employees return to the office, boosting activity for vending operators. Similarly, in transit zones and on public transport, mobility is gradually returning to pre-pandemic levels, driving increased consumption among on-the-go consumers. Euromonitor International's Vending in ... Read More
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Vending in Spain
... entire category’s performance, pulling down overall vending sales. Aside from government efforts to reduce smoking prevalence, Spain also has several anti-smoking groups, the most prominent of which is the National Committee for the Prevention of ... Read More
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Vending in the US
... snacks, carbonates, and nicotine-based products. Moreover, an abundance of space for physical retail in the US market means that vending has never developed the density that it has in Japan, for instance, where vending is ... Read More
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Vending in Bulgaria
... these alternative channels, which often provide a wider selection of products and a more engaging shopping experience. Euromonitor International's Vending in Bulgaria report offers insight into key trends and developments driving the industry. The report ... Read More
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Vending in Finland
... located in travel and transport locations. This was followed by growth after COVID-19 due to life normalising, especially in 2023. Euromonitor International's Vending in Finland report offers insight into key trends and developments driving the ... Read More
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Vending in Norway
... developing trends are pizza vending machines, which are now available for sale across Norway. These machines offer a quick and convenient way for consumers to enjoy freshly baked pizza slices on-the-go, appealing particularly to high-traffic ... Read More
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Vending in Ireland
... tourism provided a boost to certain categories, such as health and beauty vending, which saw a retail value uplift of 16%. The influx of tourists created additional demand for these products, helping to offset a ... Read More
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Vending in Greece
... stores towards the end of the review period, making shopping easier and faster for busy consumers with a focus on convenience. Such stores allow customers to pick up or return online orders quickly, while also ... Read More
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Vending in Peru
... levels last seen before the health crisis. Growth has been driven by the increasing presence of vending machines in high-traffic public locations, particularly in secure areas with extended accessibility. These include hospitals, clinics, universities, and ... Read More
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Vending in Israel
... foot traffic in areas where vending machines are commonly located declined, negatively impacting sales. Periodic security concerns throughout the year continued to influence consumer behaviour, with people opting to stay at home during these perio... ... Read More
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Vending in Austria
... public spaces, offering a wider variety of products that can be accessed without being in contact with sales staff. Since the recovery from COVID-19, vending machines have continued to attract a growing number of consumers. ... Read More
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Vending in the Netherlands
... and other major public transport hubs, foodservice outlets and convenience stores have become the standard, reducing the need for vending machines. Despite advancements in vending technology, consumers now expect more variety and quality when it ... Read More
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Vending Machine Operators in the US - Industry Market Research Report
... latex gloves and hand sanitizer. Because of the breadth of products sold in these machines, operators derive their demand from numerous types of markets. The largest downstream markets for vending machines are manufacturing sites, offices ... Read More
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2025 Vending Machines Wholesale Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts
... and 195 countries. Figures are from 2013 through 2024, with forecasts for 2025 and the next 5 years. The historical data utilizes in-depth survey results from companies with wholesale sales of vending machines. The survey ... Read More
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2025 Meals & Snacks Dispensed Via Mobile Vending Service Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts
... & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2013 through 2024, with forecasts for 2025 and the next 5 years. The historical data utilizes in-depth survey results from companies selling meals, snacks, ... Read More
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Vending Machine Operators - 2025 US Industry Market Research Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts
... Kentley Insights report includes historical and forecasted market size, ecommerce, product lines, inventory turns, gross margin, profitability, financial ratios, BCG matrix, statistics by state, operating expense details, organizational composition, consolidation analysis, employee productivity, price inflation, ... Read More
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Vending Machine Operators in Canada - Industry Market Research Report
... Most consumers that did not halt spending on these goods were more likely to acquire them from grocery stores and other retailers. Consumers' price sensitivity has persisted, limiting impulse purchases of more expensive goods at ... Read More
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Global Intelligent Vending Machine Market 2025-2029
... vending machine market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market ... Read More
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