Vending Machine Business

Servus, everyone!

I've been thinking a lot about diversifying my income streams, and the idea of a vending machine business has popped into my head. It seems like a relatively low-overhead way to generate some passive income, but I'm sure there are hidden complexities, especially here in Austria with our specific regulations. What types of machines and products have you found most successful (snacks, drinks, specialty items, etc.)?

Starting a business vending can be a great move, especially for passive income. You're right—on the surface, it seems simple, but there are definitely complexities like location permits, product stocking, and maintenance. In Austria, compliance and taxes might add another layer. From what I’ve seen, drink machines (especially coffee) do really well in office settings, while snack machines thrive in schools or gyms. Specialty items like healthy snacks or even tech accessories are growing too. The key is finding a niche and location where demand is steady. Anyone else have tips or lessons learned?