Everyday emergency
Charging cables, wall plugs, tissues, deodorant wipes, stain remover, and lint rollers. A practical mix for apartments and gyms.
Small emergencies. Instant saves.
Forgot it?
We got it.
Dead phone. Outfit mishap. A night that needs saving. OhSnap is developing emergency-essentials vending machines for the things you left at home.
In development · One machine first. No imaginary network.
Concept mockup · Not an installed machine
Your emergency has a vending machine.
No hype. Here’s the promise.
Stocked for the locationPrices shown before purchaseCustomer-led product choices
01 / The right stuff
Not snacks. Saves.
A hotel lobby isn’t a dance floor. Each machine gets a product mix built for the people passing it.
The first-machine shortlist
Keep the night.
Skip the detour.
Skip the detour.
Start with compact, sealed essentials: charging cables, mints, hair ties, fashion tape, makeup wipes, and blister patches.
Small footprint.
Big “thank goodness.”
Test reliable dispensing and demand before adding higher-cost electronics or apparel.
Outfit rescue
Hair ties, fashion tape, socks, and sunglasses. Add belts, basic tees, or jewelry only when local demand supports them.
Travel reset
Toothbrush kits, travel toiletries, sleep masks, and charging essentials. Built for hotel guests; airports come later.
Planned on-machine feature
You forgot. We’re listening.
A big “I FORGOT ___” button will collect requests for missing essentials. Real requests help shape the next restock—not a guess.
02 / Start small. Learn fast.
One machine.
A real-world test.
First choice: an indoor bar or nightlife venue with steady weekend traffic, secure placement, and an owner willing to pilot. A busy independent hotel is the next conversation.
Prove the first location before moving to three. Beaches, events, and airports bring extra access, weather, or permitting challenges.
Before launch
Agree on the spot.
Count foot traffic, check power and connectivity, confirm accessible placement, and put revenue share, access, responsibility, and a trial exit in writing.
Days 1–30
Stock lean. Watch closely.
Launch with 12–18 compatible products. Check sales and faults daily; restock at least weekly, adjusting to demand. Track requests and stockouts.
Days 31–90
Earn the next machine.
Review sales by SKU, real restocking time, and net contribution. Change the mix or location if needed. Expand only after repeatable, positive results.
Pilot economics / USD estimates
Fun brand. Serious math.
Planning assumptions, not actual results, supplier quotes, or a promise of earnings.
$7–12k
Estimated launch budget
$2,400
Monthly sales at 10 purchases/day
~$686
Monthly operating profit before tax*
Open the costs, margins & break-even assumptions
Upfront budget
Machine with cashless reader: $4,000–6,000; delivery and setup: $500–1,000; branded wrap: $400–800; initial inventory: $600–1,000; permits and insurance setup: $300–700; cash reserve: $1,200–2,500. Total: roughly $7,000–12,000. Get local quotes and test each product’s fit before purchasing.
Monthly model at 10 sales/day
30 days × 10 sales × $8 average basket = $2,400 revenue. Inventory at 35%: $840; venue share at 12%: $288; processing at 3% + $0.10 per sale: $102; restocking labor/transport: $250; insurance: $60; maintenance reserve: $75; connectivity/software: $40; loss/refunds reserve: $24; electricity: $35. Remaining: $686.
What makes it worthwhile?
Target 55–65% product gross margins before other costs. Under this model, each sale contributes about $3.82 and fixed monthly costs are $460. Operating break-even is about 4 sales/day; around 9 sales/day targets $500 monthly profit. At 10/day, recovering startup cash takes roughly 10–18 months if sales and costs hold steady.
The reality check
At 5 sales/day, modeled profit falls to about $113/month. At 15/day, it reaches about $1,259 before extra restocking. *Profit includes the stated restocking allowance, but excludes financing, depreciation, income tax, and additional owner administration. Sales tax is not revenue. Negotiate venue share, verify local compliance, and measure actual labor before scaling.
03 / A better guest experience
Keep your guests.
Lose the inconvenience.
Have a busy bar or hotel lobby? The first OhSnap pilot is designed for one partner, one well-placed machine, and a product mix that makes sense for your guests.
Check your venue’s fitYour pilot conversation starts here.
- A visible indoor spot with power and reliable connectivity.
- Traffic throughout the week—not just one big night.
- Regular restocking access and clear security responsibilities.
- A written 90-day trial and negotiated revenue share.
Pilot planning stage. No locations are live yet. Use this checklist to prepare a venue proposal before committing to equipment.