Now that you’ve chosen your business model and cleared legal hurdles, let’s talk about the most critical investment – your claw machines.
What to Look for in a Claw Machine
Build quality: Can it handle daily abuse?
Adjustability: Can you tune claw strength and win rate?
Payment options: Cash + card readers (Nayax recommended)
Price: This is where a factory-direct advantage changes everything.
Our Factory Pricing Tiers (Direct Prices)
We are a direct claw machine manufacturer. No middlemen, no markups.
| Tier | Price Range (RMB) | Approx. USD | Best For |
| Entry (high value) | 2,000 – 3,000 | $280–$420 | Startups, small stores, low-risk testing |
| Mid-range (better performance) | 3,000 – 5,000 | $420–$700 | High-traffic locations, better durability & lighting |
| Premium / Large / New玩法 | 5,000+ | $700+ | Flagship stores, double/triple units, digital prize systems |
Importing directly from a factory like ours saves 30–40% compared to domestic resellers – exactly as the original article notes.
Sample Budget: Small 8-Machine Store
8 × mid-range machines (4,000 RMB each) = 32,000 RMB (~$4,400)
Shipping & customs: depends on location
Prizes (plush, electronics): $0.50–$5 per item
Rent + electricity: $200–$1,000/month
With our entry-level machines, you could start with 3 machines for under $1,000 in hardware cost.
Operational Costs to Remember
Prize restocking (monthly)
Card reader system (remote revenue tracking)
Regular claw calibration
Now that you have your machines and budget ready, how do you run the store day-to-day and grow it?
