KioSoft

What KioSoft does

KioSoft Technologies LLC is a Boynton Beach, Florida-based provider of cashless payment systems and connected-machine solutions for unattended self-service environments across laundry, vending, amusement/family entertainment centers (FECs), coffee, car wash, parking, and air/vacuum verticals. Founded in 2002, the company operates as a single-source provider controlling the full technology stack: proprietary payment readers (Ultra Series and Elevate Series), self-service Value Center kiosks, complete vending machines (KioVend line), robotic coffee kiosks (Kiosk Series 3.5/2.2, CameoPay), coin products (e-Drop/e-Drop Plus), point-of-sale systems (TURNS POS, Amusement POS), and a suite of backend management software (Washboard, Scoreboard, Vending Management System, CleanOperator, PayRange MANAGE, KioCentral). Hardware integrates 4G LTE modems, NFC/EMV/mobile-wallet acceptance, and MDB protocol support for retrofitting legacy coin-operated equipment.

KioSoft monetizes through three revenue streams: (1) one-time hardware sales of readers, kiosks, and vending machines; (2) recurring transaction-based payment processing fees (referenced at 2.9% + $0.15 per transaction, plus cellular connectivity fees); and (3) software/management-platform subscriptions that deepen operator lock-in across the installed base. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales with channel partnerships, most notably Payroc (payments processing), CenterEdge Software (FEC management via the joint CenterEdge Play product), and VapeTM (age-restricted vending integration). The company has scaled to over 20,000 laundry payment kiosks sold since 2016, over 6 million CleanPay mobile app users, and roughly 300+ employees across offices in the US, Canada, Mexico, China, and South Korea. On January 21, 2026, KioSoft was acquired by PayRange, with KioSoft's solutions continuing under the PayRange brand and former KioSoft President Charles Lee becoming Vice Chairman of PayRange.

Name

KioSoft

Legal name

KioSoft Technologies LLC

Website

https://kiosoft.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

KioSoft is a single-source provider of cashless payment readers, kiosks, vending machines, and management software for unattended self-service operators across laundry, vending, amusement, coffee, and car wash verticals, now operating as a subsidiary of PayRange following its January 2026 acquisition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cashless Payment Systems

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

POS, SoftPOS & In-Person Acceptance Infrastructure (FSAGABAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

In-Store Contactless & NFC Acceptance (Tap-to-Pay, EMV Contactless) (FSAMADAF), Self-Checkout Kiosks & Interactive Retail Kiosks (HDACAKAH)

Keywords

• Cashless payment systems
• Unattended retail payments
• Payment terminal hardware
• Laundry management software
• Vending management software

Headquarters

HQ city

Boynton Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of payment readers, kiosks, vending machines, POS terminals, coin products, and related hardware. KioSoft manufactures and configures its own equipment, providing complete turnkey solutions. Hardware is sold as one-time purchases bundled with the company's payment terminals and connectivity packages.
2. Payment Processing / Transaction Fees: KioSoft earns transaction fees on every cashless payment processed through its payment readers and integrated terminals. As a single-source provider controlling its own technology, payment terminal, wireless communication, and bankcard processing, the company captures fees on each transaction. Example processing rate: 2.9% + $0.15 per transaction, plus monthly connectivity fee for cellular-enabled readers.
3. Software / Management Platform Subscriptions: Backend management tools (Washboard, Scoreboard, VMS, KioCentral, CleanOperator) provide operators with real-time monitoring, reporting, and control over connected machines. These platforms enable data-driven decision-making and deepen customer lock-in across the installed base.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KioSoft designs, manufactures, and sells cashless payment hardware (Ultra and Elevate Series readers, Value Center kiosks, complete vending machines, robotic coffee kiosks, POS systems, coin products) and cloud-based management software for unattended self-service environments. The company serves operators across laundromats, vending, family entertainment centers, coffee, car wash, parking, and air/vacuum industries, and processes bankcard transactions on every cashless payment routed through its readers. As a single-source provider, KioSoft owns every layer from terminal design and EMV/PCI certification to wireless connectivity, payment processing, and backend management.

Product overview

KioSoft (now PayRange following January 2026 acquisition) offers a comprehensive ecosystem of hardware and software solutions for unattended self-service environments across laundry, vending, amusement, coffee, car wash, parking, and air/vac industries. The product portfolio includes payment readers (Ultra Series and Elevate Series), self-service kiosks (Value Center Touch/Cash/Credit, VC Kiosks for laundry and amusement, Prize Stations for redemption), complete vending machines (Vend TSD, Vend TF Frozen, Soap Station Prime), point-of-sale systems (TURNS POS, Amusement POS), coin management products (Coin Boxes, e-Drop, e-Drop Plus), and robotic coffee kiosks (Kiosk Series 3.5/2.2, CameoPay, Solo Cart, Series 1B). The software suite encompasses management tools including Washboard, Logistics Manager, CleanOperator, Scoreboard, Vending Management System, PayRange MANAGE, and mobile applications (CleanPay Mobile App with 6+ million users, Customer-Facing Coffee App). The company operates as a single-source provider controlling all technology from hardware manufacturing to software development and bankcard processing, with solutions deployed across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KioVend: Vending machines with integrated payment solutions, wireless communication, vending management system, and direct bankcard processing for the Canadian market.
• KioCafé
• CleanPay
• KleoPay

Products and services

• Ultra Series Payment Readers Networked pay-at-the-machine card payment readers with built-in 4G LTE modems, touchscreen interfaces, NFC, EMV chip, magnetic stripe, and mobile wallet acceptance. Models include Ultra LC-M, Ultra LX Pro, and Ultra VQ-FM, designed for unattended environments in laundry, vending, and amusement operations.
• Elevate Series Payment Readers Compact, durable payment readers with high-fidelity touchscreens, customizable LED lighting, and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/serial-relay connectivity. Models include Elevate Touch, Elevate Solo, and Elevate Card, designed for laundry and amusement facilities with mobile-app and physical-card payment support.
• Value Center Kiosks (VC Touch, VC Cash, VC Credit) Self-service Value Center kiosks for purchasing or reloading value cards. Available as VC Touch 17/21, VC Cash (with high-security VC Cash HS variants), and VC Credit, supporting NFC, chip, swipe, cash, and cashless payments with multi-language and integrated reward systems.
• Vend TSD Vending Machines Drop-dispensing and elevator vending machines for snacks and beverages with refrigeration, touchscreens, and integrated Ultra payment terminals. Models include TSD48 (288 items), TSD36 Compact, TSD54E, TSD60, TSD15 Compact, and TSD70E Max (up to 420 items).
• Vend TF Frozen Vending Machines Temperature-controlled vending machines with elevator dispensing for frozen and fragile items. Models Vend TF45E Frozen and Vend TF45E2 Frozen operate across -25°C to 25°C, with 21.5" to 49" touchscreens and 45-slot / 270-item capacities.
• Soap Station Prime Elevator-dispensing vending machine for laundromats dispensing detergent, softener, and bleach. Features high-capacity design, durable metal cabinet with triple-glazed window, 10.1" touchscreen, and integrated VQ-M payment reader.
• Prize Station Self-service prize redemption vending machine for amusement venues, featuring touchscreen display, sturdy metal housing, secure locking mechanism, and integrated VQ-M payment reader for cashless prize redemption.
• TURNS POS Smart POS system for laundromats and cleaners combining payment processing, inventory management, customer profiles, and loyalty programs. Supports RFID tags, receipt printers, barcode scanners, and label printers with automated SMS/email notifications, plus a dedicated variant for amusement operators (POS for Amusement) covering tap-n-track systems, staff scheduling, rewards, and ticket redemption.
• Coin Boxes Stainless steel coin boxes for secure cash handling with galvanized steel construction, high-security locks, and compatibility with existing coin mechanisms and laundry equipment, available in multiple sizes.
• e-Drop / e-Drop Plus Digital Coin Drops Digital coin drop systems supporting up to 16 coin types simultaneously with programmable configurations and Wi-Fi real-time monitoring. e-Drop Plus adds custom coin profiles, mobile-app payment integration, and optional laundry card acceptance.
• Cloud Cards Physical and digital payment cards integrated with Value Center kiosks, enabling instant fund replenishment, cloud-stored value, mobile-app compatibility, and seamless switching between mobile-app and physical-card payments.
• Washboard Web-based laundromat management platform integrating reader configuration, financial reporting, equipment health monitoring, and connected laundromat customer interaction for multi-location laundry operators.
• Logistics Manager (LM) Backend management solution using Bluetooth technology for equipment setup and deployment across the PayRange product line, minimizing technician training and ensuring efficient deployments for laundry, vending, amusement, and coffee operations.
• CleanOperator Mobile management toolkit for laundromat owners and staff covering daily operations including customer account management, financial monitoring, room status updates, and refund processing with real-time updates.
• Scoreboard Web-based backend software for amusement facilities providing reader control, financial reports, and proactive equipment health management for game card systems and arcade operations.
• Vending Management System (VMS) Cloud-based vending machine monitoring platform enabling real-time tracking, inventory management, and dynamic remote pricing control to optimize vending profitability and remote machine management.
• PayRange MANAGE Central management platform for the PayRange ecosystem enabling quick setup of web-based readers, financial reporting, real-time equipment monitoring, cash and cashless sales tracking, and multi-location management from a single interface.
• CleanPay Mobile App Mobile payment application for laundry facilities allowing customers to load value, select machines, and pay via smartphone. Supports NFC contactless payments, integrates with payment readers, and serves over 6 million users worldwide.
• KioCafe Coffee Kiosks Robotic and self-serve coffee kiosks including Kiosk Series 3.5 (with robotic arm for espresso, teas, juices, sodas and order-ahead holding area for 6 mobile orders), Series 2.2 (under-30-second drinks, 150-drink capacity, 13 ft² footprint), CameoPay (compact 24/7 with 17" touchscreen and QR scanner), Solo Cart (countertop, 60-75 cups/hour), and Series 1B (under-10-second behind-counter unit for baristas).
• KioCafe Management Software Coffee business management software bundle combining KioCafe Analytics (sales analysis, customer account tracking, demographics insights, system performance monitoring) and the KioCafe Management App (reporting, inventory management, SMS maintenance notifications, and financial data insights) for streaming coffee business operations.
• Customer-Facing Coffee App White-label mobile ordering app for coffee kiosks enabling menu browsing, promotions, secure in-app payment, QR code ordering, and contactless pickup integration with KioCafe units.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 20,000 laundry payment kiosks sold since 2016, establishing KioSoft as the market leader in laundry payment kiosks
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CenterEdge SoftwarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 November 2025CenterEdge Software and KioSoft collaborated to launch CenterEdge Play, a fully integrated cashless management and payment solution for family entertainment centers. The product combines CenterEdge's FEC management tools with KioSoft's cashless payment technology, debuting at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando. This co-development partnership enables FEC operators to accept modern payments while leveraging CenterEdge's venue management platform.
• Payroc LLCcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 November 2025Payroc announced and powers the CenterEdge Play product launch in collaboration with CenterEdge Software and KioSoft. Payroc serves as the payments processing engine for the joint solution, enabling secure bankcard processing for family entertainment centers. The partnership brings Payroc's payment infrastructure, merchant relationships, and processing capabilities to the FEC market alongside KioSoft's hardware and CenterEdge's software platform.
• VapeTMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKioSoft and VapeTM formed a strategic alliance to integrate KioSoft's Ultra VQ-M payment reader into VapeTM's smart vape vending machines. The integration features built-in automated ID verification for age-restricted products (nicotine pouches, vapes, CBD), near-instant transaction authorization, and full MDB connectivity. The partnership combines KioSoft's payment compliance technology with VapeTM's hardware and distribution network, targeting automated retail operators requiring sophisticated compliance controls.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Nayax: Nayax is a global leader in cashless payment solutions for unattended retail, covering vending, laundry, amusement, and similar verticals. It directly competes with KioSoft across hardware readers, telemetry, and processing services worldwide.
• PayRange: PayRange is the acquirer of KioSoft (closed January 2026) and a direct competitor in mobile-first unattended payments. Both companies offer app-based payment readers and backend management tools for laundromats, vending, and similar verticals.
• Cantaloupe Systems: Cantaloupe (formerly USA Technologies) provides cashless payments, telemetry, and management software for vending, micro-market, and unattended retail operators. It is a direct competitor in vending payments and a closely comparable unattended commerce platform.

Broad incumbents

• Verifone: Verifone is a major global POS and payment hardware vendor. While primarily focused on traditional retail and hospitality, its terminal and processing offerings overlap with KioSoft's POS and unattended payment hardware at a broader industry level.
• Square (Block): Square, a Block subsidiary, provides mobile POS hardware and payment processing to SMBs across many verticals. It overlaps with KioSoft in unattended and SMB retail payments, though with a broader, software-led offering rather than specialized unattended hardware.
• Ingenico (Worldline): Ingenico (now part of Worldline) is a global POS terminal manufacturer and payment service provider with a broad portfolio. While it does not specialize in unattended retail, its payment terminals and processing capabilities compete at the broader POS infrastructure layer.
• Crane Payment Innovations: Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) supplies cash handling, cashless payment, and telemetry solutions to gaming, vending, retail, and transportation markets. It is a broad incumbent in unattended payment hardware and competes at the equipment layer with KioSoft's readers.

Emerging players

• Parlevel Systems: Parlevel provides vending management software and cashless payment tools for vending operators. It overlaps with KioSoft's VMS and Ultra reader offering, though with a narrower focus on vending and a software-first approach.
• Apriva: Apriva provides payment processing and gateway services for unattended and kiosk-based retail environments. It competes with KioSoft's processing infrastructure for vending, parking, and similar verticals, though primarily as a software/processing layer.

Others

• Royal Vendors (Crane Co.): Royal Vendors (a Crane Co. business) manufactures vending machines that integrate with KioSoft's payment terminals. It is a complementary ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor, but a relevant peer given overlapping customer base and product integration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/payrange

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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