Kioske

What Kioske does

Kioske GmbH is a German manufacturer of automated retail solutions, headquartered and produced in Bocholt-Spork, Germany. Founded in 2016, the company designs and assembles vending machines (Jena V2 with lift-based gentle dispensing, Kio 3000 in snacks/drinks and vape variants, Tap & Take Vault for frictionless tap-and-take, Ulisse with a 43-inch interactive display, and the entry-level Japo), refrigerated and uncooled locker cabinets (Fächerschränke), and modular parcel pickup stations (Abholstationen). Machines integrate with the Vendron cloud platform for remote inventory, sales analytics, and campaign planning, and accept third-party payment terminals including Worldline Valina, Nayax Onyx, FEIG CVend Box+, and CPI coin changers. Differentiated hardware features include age verification for restricted products and QR-code/electronic-lock pickup access.

Kioske operates a primarily direct-to-customer go-to-market via its e-commerce site (kioske.de), phone/WhatsApp/video consultation, and a recruiting service partner program for independent resellers. Hardware is sold as one-time purchases at price points ranging from approximately 7,949 EUR (uncooled locker cabinet) to 10,499 EUR (Jena V2 Protected), with accessory and setup services as additional revenue. The primary customer segments are bakeries and agricultural producers selling farm-direct (eggs, dairy, potatoes, baked goods), with secondary segments in fitness, camping, general retail, and parcel logistics. Distribution extends into Poland through a subsidiary entity (VKF Spork Heinz Renzel Sp. z o.o., Konin).

The company is privately held with no disclosed external institutional investment, managed by Geschäftsführer (Managing Director) Philipp Papas, and operates with a small (1–10 employee) organization. Public-facing activities include trade show participation (e.g., Südback Messe Stuttgart, October 2024) and Instagram-based social media engagement. No patents, trademarks, regulatory actions, M&A activity, or funding rounds are disclosed in the available data.

Name

Kioske

Legal name

kioske GmbH

Website

https://kioske.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kioske GmbH is a German manufacturer of vending machines and parcel pickup stations, selling primarily to bakeries, agricultural producers, and retailers across Germany and Poland through direct e-commerce and a service partner network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vending Machines and Automated Retail Solutions

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310), Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Self-Checkout Kiosks & Interactive Retail Kiosks (HDACAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Restaurant Technology Supplies (POS Hardware, Kiosks) Wholesale (AFAIALAM), Kiosk & Micro-Format Convenience Retail (CRAHABAD)

Keywords

• Vending machines
• Automated retail
• Pickup stations
• Cloud-based vending
• Cashless payment modules

Headquarters

HQ city

Bocholt

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vending Machine Sales: Sale of automated vending machines including various models (Jena, Kio 3000, Tap & Take Vault, Ulisse, Japo) and configurations. Machines are sold as one-time purchases with prices ranging from approximately 7,949 to 10,499 EUR depending on model and features.
2. Accessories and Spare Parts: Sale of accessories including payment modules, spirals, conveyor belts, displays, motors, locks, SIM cards, and other vending machine components. Products include payment terminals like Worldline Valina and Nayax.
3. Pickup Station Systems: Sale of modular pickup station systems (Abholstationen) for 24/7 package reception and collection, featuring configurable compartment sizes and cloud-based customer management.
4. Service and Setup: Professional consultation, setup service, and individual customization services for vending machine solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kioske manufactures and sells automated vending machines (Jena V2, Kio 3000, Tap & Take Vault, Ulisse, Japo, Combivend) and modular parcel pickup stations (Abholstationen) from its facility in Bocholt-Spork, Germany. Machines are configured per customer vertical and managed remotely via the integrated Vendron cloud platform, with professional consultation, setup, and customization services provided alongside hardware sales.

Product overview

Kioske GmbH is a German manufacturer of automated retail solutions, producing vending machines and pickup stations. The core product portfolio centers on the Jena V2 (lift-based dispensing for gentle product handling), Kio 3000 (multi-purpose with Snacks/Drinks and Vape variants), Tap & Take Vault (frictionless open vending), Ulisse (large display for interactive selection), Japo (entry-level), and Fächerschränke (locker-based refrigerated/non-refrigerated units). The Abholstation pickup station module extends the offering to 24/7 parcel delivery and collection. All systems can be managed via Vendron-Cloud for inventory, sales analytics, and remote monitoring. Accessories include payment modules supporting Worldline, Nayax, Feig, and CPI systems, plus machine-specific spare parts and components. Products are manufactured in Bocholt-Spork, Germany.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Verkaufsautomat Jena V2 Premium vending machine with a lift system for gentle product dispensing, configurable for a wide range of products (baked goods, drinks, perishables), with age verification options and cloud-based remote management via Vendron. For bakeries, agriculture, retail, and foodservice operators.
• Verkaufsautomat Kio 3000 Multi-purpose vending machine available in Snacks & Drinks and Vape variants, offering flexible dispensing for snacks, beverages, and vape products with cloud-based inventory and sales analytics. For retailers, vending operators, and convenience stores.
• Tap & Take Vault Vending Machine Open vending solution with tap-and-take technology for frictionless self-service purchases without barriers, designed for high-throughput retail environments.
• Verkaufsautomat Ulisse 43 V1 Vending machine with a 43-inch display enabling interactive product selection and richer customer engagement at the point of sale.
• Verkaufsautomat Japo Entry-level vending machine solution for basic automated retail applications, suited for small retailers and pilot deployments.
• Combivend Vending Machine Combined vending machine in the Kioske product series, presented on the manufacturer website alongside Jena and Kio 3000 lines for diverse automated retail configurations.
• Fächerschränke (Locker Cabinets) Locker-based vending cabinets in refrigerated and non-refrigerated variants, designed for flexible product storage and automated dispensing of items that do not fit traditional spiral vending (e.g., larger items, fresh produce).
• Abholstationen (Pickup Stations) Modular parcel pickup station systems for 24/7 package receipt and customer collection, with QR-code-based access, electronic compartment locks, touchscreen interface, and cloud-based customer management. Configurable to various compartment sizes for retailers and logistics operators offering click-and-collect.
• Zahlungsmodule (Payment Terminal Modules) Cashless and coin payment terminal modules sold standalone for integration into vending machines, including Worldline Valina (PIN-on-Glass, Android-based), Nayax Onyx, FEIG CVend Box+, CPI Gryphon coin changers, and Münzwechsler coin recyclers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% increase in revenue based on customer experience report
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VendroncoreTechnology or IntegrationCloud platform provider for vending machine management. Kioske machines use Vendron-Cloud for sales data analysis, article management, inventory tracking, and remote diagnostics. Enables real-time online statistics and campaign planning.
• VKF RenzelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company connection through VKF Spork Heinz Renzel Sp. z o.o. in Poland. Marketing material sharing and training collaboration. Polish subsidiary operates under VKF brand.
• Freunde des SnacksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint presence at Südback Messe 2024 trade show in Stuttgart. Partners showcasing innovative bakery vending solutions together.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sielaff: German manufacturer of vending machines and automated retail solutions based in Herrieden. Closely comparable to Kioske as a home-market German OEM specializing in customized Verkaufsautomaten for bakery, food, and beverage applications.
• Jofemar: Spanish manufacturer of vending machines, payment systems, and energy solutions. Comparable to Kioske as a European OEM with integrated cashless payment technology and a focus on food/bakery/snack vending.
• Animo: Dutch manufacturer of professional coffee machines and vending equipment. Comparable to Kioske as a Northern European OEM specializing in compact, customizable vending solutions for bakeries, offices, and food service.
• Bianchi Industry: Italian manufacturer of vending machines for hot beverages, snacks, and food, with a heritage of customized solutions. Comparable to Kioske as a European vending OEM serving food service and SMB automation use cases.
• Rhea Vendors Group: Italian-headquartered global manufacturer of vending machines for hot and cold beverages, snacks, and food. Comparable to Kioske as a European vending OEM with a broad product portfolio targeting both traditional vending and automated retail.

Broad incumbents

• SandenVendo: Global vending machine manufacturer (formerly Sanden and Vendo merged) with strong presence in Europe and Asia. Comparable to Kioske as a broad-line vending OEM competing in snack, drink, and food vending categories.
• Azkoyen Group (Coffetek): Spanish group manufacturing vending and payment solutions, including the Coffetek brand. Comparable to Kioske as a European vending and cashless-payment technology provider serving food service and retail automation.
• N&W Global Vending (Necta): One of Europe's largest vending machine manufacturers under the Necta brand, part of Evoca Group. Comparable to Kioske as a vending OEM with deep European distribution and a focus on both coffee and snack/food vending formats.
• Evoca Group: European leader in professional coffee machines and vending equipment, parent of Necta and several legacy brands. Comparable to Kioske as a large-scale European vending platform increasingly focused on connected, IoT-enabled machines.

Regional players

• Fas International: Italian manufacturer of vending machines focused on fresh food, hot drinks, and automated retail. Comparable to Kioske as a specialized European vending OEM pursuing fresh-food and unattended retail use cases, though primarily active in Southern Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/kioske_verkaufsautomat

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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