Profit calculator
Smart cooler profit calculator
Estimate monthly revenue, running costs and payback for your location. The AI subscription and card fees are built in, and machine prices come straight from the shop.
Your location
These are example inputs — change any of them to match your location. Results update as you type. Operators report 3–4 items per sale with open-door coolers.
Included automatically from the shop listings: AI subscription of $40 per machine per month, and card processing of 5.95% + $0.05 per transaction.
Estimated monthly profit
For all machines, based on 30 days a month.
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Sales revenue
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Product cost
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Card processing
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AI subscription
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Location commission
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Other costs
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Machine cost
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Payback
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Profit per year
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Yearly return on machine cost
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Estimates for planning only. Real results depend on your location, product mix and pricing, and are not guaranteed. Machine prices come from the official shop and include freight to the lower 48.
Reading the results
What moves the numbers
Profit comes down to three levers: location quality, product margins and how efficiently you operate.
Location is half the equation
High-traffic, high-dwell spots — apartment complexes, gyms, hotel lobbies, office break rooms, campuses and healthcare facilities — combine repeat daily traffic with few nearby alternatives.
Bigger baskets
When customers can browse a stocked shelf they find items they did not plan to buy. Our operators consistently see 3–4 items per transaction.
Faster restocks
Load it like a fridge — no coils and no jams. Operators report restocking in under 5 minutes per stop instead of 30+.
FAQ
Good questions. Clear answers.
What does smart cooler profit look like?
Profit comes down to three levers: location quality, product margins and how efficiently you operate. Operators routinely report doubling revenue after replacing a coil-based machine, while cutting restocking time to under 5 minutes per stop. Results vary by location and are not guaranteed.
Where do smart coolers work best?
High-traffic, high-dwell spots with repeat daily visitors and few nearby alternatives — apartment complexes, gyms, hotel lobbies, office break rooms, college campuses and healthcare facilities.
Why does the open-door format sell more?
When customers can browse a stocked shelf, they discover items they did not plan to buy. Our operators consistently see 3–4 items per transaction.
What does a smart cooler cost to run?
Every model has an AI subscription of $40 per machine per month, and card processing is 5.95% + $0.05 per transaction. Electricity use is listed for each model — the Mini 360 uses about 2.0 kWh per 24 hours.
Can I finance a smart cooler?
Yes. Apply with one of our two independent financing partners before you order — approval happens on the partner’s site and sets the terms of your order. Affirm and PayPal financing are also offered at checkout.