In short
Buy if you have the cash, plan to keep the machine for years and can arrange maintenance — it is cheapest over the long run. Lease if you want a low upfront cost, fixed monthly payments and maintenance included, or want to test a location first. If you simply want vending for your staff with no cost or effort and your site is busy enough, choose operated vending.
Side-by-side
| Buy | Lease | |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cash | High | Low |
| Total cost over 3 years | Lower | Higher (includes service) |
| Maintenance | Warranty, then paid | Included |
| Flexibility | Sell or move anytime | Upgrade at term end |
| Ownership | Immediate | Optional at the end |
Compare with your numbers
Buy vs lease
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Lease totals include maintenance. Deposits, buy-out and VAT are confirmed in your quote.
Get a real monthly quoteWhen leasing is the smarter move
- You are testing a new location and don't want to commit capital.
- Your office wants a fixed monthly facilities cost and no repair bills.
- You want newer technology and plan to upgrade in 2–3 years.
- You are growing a vending route and want to keep cash for stock and permits.
Questions
Is leasing a vending machine tax-deductible?
Lease payments are generally a business expense, but tax treatment depends on your situation. Ask your accountant.
Can I switch from leasing to owning?
Yes. With a lease-to-own plan the machine becomes yours at the end of the term on the buy-out terms in your agreement.
What happens if the machine breaks during a lease?
Maintenance is included in our lease plans, so our technicians repair it. If you buy, repairs are covered by the warranty first and by a maintenance contract or per-visit service afterwards.