The soft serve vending industry offers genuine business opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to invest in a proven model. With low staff requirements, 24/7 operation, and a product that sells itself, automated soft serve vending represents one of the most accessible paths to building a scalable, profitable business in today's market.
Opportunity 1: The Single-Machine Starter
Many successful 99 Spoons operators begin with a single machine at a strong location. This entry point — $17,499 for a single machine — provides a manageable initial investment while you validate the business model in your target market. A single machine at a high-traffic location (hospital, college, entertainment venue) can generate significant monthly revenue with minimal time investment from the operator.
The single-machine starter is ideal for: entrepreneurs who want to test the concept before scaling, existing business owners adding a revenue stream without major capital commitment, and first-time business owners who want to start smaller and grow.
Opportunity 2: The Multi-Machine Operator
The real leverage in soft serve vending comes with multiple machines. Volume pricing makes additional machines more cost-effective ($16,999/unit for 2, $16,499/unit for 3), and the remote management platform makes overseeing multiple locations almost as easy as managing one. Many of 99 Spoons' most successful operators run 3–5 machines across multiple locations, generating diversified revenue from different customer bases.
Opportunity 3: The Business Add-On
For existing businesses — restaurants, gyms, hotels, entertainment venues, retail stores — a 99 Spoons machine in your own facility adds a new revenue stream with virtually no additional operational burden. The machine handles itself; you collect the revenue. This opportunity is particularly attractive for businesses that already have high foot traffic but no dessert offering.
Opportunity 4: Location Hosting
If you're a business or property owner with high foot traffic, you might consider hosting a 99 Spoons machine rather than purchasing one. Host businesses receive a revenue share from machine sales without bearing the machine investment cost. Contact 99 Spoons to learn about hosting opportunities in your location.
What Makes 99 Spoons the Right Partner for These Opportunities
- Proven platform with 150+ operators and 300+ machines deployed
- Comprehensive support from training through ongoing operations
- NAMA and NSF certified machines that pass health inspections nationwide
- Proprietary software at $49/month for complete operational visibility
- White-glove delivery and installation
- Location procurement services for operators who need help finding sites
Take the First Step
The opportunity is real, the technology is proven, and the support is comprehensive. What's holding you back? Visit 99spoons.com to explore the opportunity in detail and connect with our team.