What VapeTM does

VapeTM (legal entity VTM Vending LLC, operating under JBW Vapor Distribution LLC as licensor) is a Cleveland, Ohio-based vending technology company that designs, manufactures, distributes, and supports smart touchscreen vending machines and a cloud-based management platform primarily for independent vending operators. The company's product lineup spans five core machine models (Mini Wall, Slim Wall, Mega Wall 2.0, Slim Tower 2.0, and WeatherWall) priced from $2,850 to $6,500, configured to vend age-restricted products including disposable vapes and nicotine pouches (Zyn, ALP, Lucy), and more recently Pokemon trading card booster packs through an exclusive wholesale arrangement with VendingWholesale.com. Every machine ships with an integrated Nayax VPOS Touch cashless payment terminal, and the company's proprietary VTM Vending Management System (VMS), hosted on AWS, provides remote monitoring, inventory tracking, pricing control, and multi-user permissions via web and native iOS/Android apps. Age verification is delivered through either a modular $325 PDF417 ID Scanner or the API-integrated Apt-Verify biometric service ($1 per transaction).

VapeTM's go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through its e-commerce storefronts (vapetm.com and vtmvending.com), with phone and email sales support and a new equipment financing program ($1,000-$500,000+) designed to enable operators to scale vending routes without large upfront capital. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales ($2,850-$6,500), accessories and add-ons, a software subscription that is free for the first 12 months then $29 per machine per month, payment processing pass-through fees (3.5% + $0.20 per transaction plus $7.95/month via Nayax), and a $20 per month wireless data plan. The customer base consists of 500+ independent vending operators in the U.S. and Canada, primarily SMBs placing machines in bars, nightclubs, gas stations, convenience stores, and family entertainment centers. The company competes not as a pure hardware vendor but as an integrated platform combining certified hardware (FCC, CE, RoHS, IEC60825, IEC62471, KC compliance for the ID Scanner), proprietary software, exclusive Pokemon supply, and onboarding/onboarding services — a structure designed to capture both upfront hardware revenue and recurring software and transaction fees over the machine lifecycle.

Name

VapeTM

Legal name

VTM Vending LLC

Website

https://vapetm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

VapeTM (VTM Vending LLC) designs and sells smart touchscreen vending machines, a cloud-based management platform, and age-verification hardware for independent operators vending nicotine pouches, disposable vapes, and Pokemon trading cards across the U.S. and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Vending Machines

NAICS

Vending Machine Operators (445132), Convenience Retailers (445131), Hobby, Toy, and Game Retailers (45912), Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing (33521)

SIC

Electric Housewares & Fans (3634)

akta.pro primary industry

Amusement/Redemption Arcade Machines (Ticket & Prize) (MPAEAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dedicated Vape & E-Cigarette Shops (Specialty Retail) (CRANAEAA), Miniature Gaming Accessories (Dice, Mats, Tokens, Measuring Tools) (CRALAKAL)

Keywords

• Smart vending machines
• Vending management software
• Age verification hardware
• Automated retail kiosks
• Cashless vending terminals

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of smart vending machines including wall-mounted (Mini Wall, Slim Wall, Mega Wall 2.0) and freestanding (Slim Tower 2.0, WeatherWall) models. Machines range from $2,850 to $6,500. Revenue recognized at point of sale.
2. Software Subscription: VTM Vending Management System subscription at $29/month per machine, starting month 13. First 12 months free with machine purchase. Includes remote management, inventory control, and software updates.
3. Payment Processing: Nayax VPOS Touch card reader at $7.95/month plus 3.5% + $0.20 per transaction. Accepts EMV, tap-to-pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay with direct bank deposits.
4. Accessories and Add-ons: Optional hardware add-ons including ID Scanner ($325), Tin Lifter ($17), Pedestal Stand ($450), Cellular Modem ($220), Coil 5-packs ($45), and other replacement parts and accessories.
5. Wireless Data Service: Cellular data plan for VTM Wireless Kit at $20/month per machine. Required for cellular connectivity and recommended for age verification setups.
6. Apt-Verify Age Verification: Advanced identity verification at $1.00 per completed transaction. Includes document authentication, biometric matching, and fake/expired ID detection.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

VapeTM designs, manufactures, and sells smart touchscreen vending machines (wall-mounted and freestanding models) for age-restricted products including disposable vapes, nicotine pouches, and Pokemon trading card packs. The company bundles these machines with its proprietary cloud-based Vending Management System (VMS), Nayax cashless payment terminals, and ID verification hardware/software to provide a complete automated retail platform for independent vending operators.

Product overview

VapeTM is a vending technology company offering a portfolio of smart touchscreen vending machines and a cloud-based management platform. The product lineup consists of five core vending machine models (Mini Wall, Slim Wall, Mega Wall 2.0, Slim Tower 2.0, and WeatherWall) ranging from compact wall-mounted units to freestanding towers, with prices from $2,850 to $6,500. These machines vend disposable vapes, nicotine pouches (Zyn, ALP, Lucy), and trading card products (Pokemon booster packs). Every machine ships with Nayax VPOS Touch payment hardware and the VTM Vending Management System (VMS) for remote management. The platform is complemented by add-on accessories including ID Scanner ($325) and Apt-Verify ($1/transaction) for age verification, Tin Lifter ($17) for pouch dispensing, Cellular Modem ($220), Pedestal Stand ($450), and replacement Coils ($45). Software is free for the first year then $29/month per machine.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mini Wall Vending Machine Compact wall-mounted touchscreen vending machine with 8 aisles and ~70-120 item capacity, designed for disposable vapes, nicotine pouches, and trading card packs. Features a 21.5-inch touchscreen and 50W power rating. Starting price $2,850.
• Slim Wall Vending Machine Wall-mounted touchscreen vending machine with 10 aisles, ~100-160 item capacity, and a 32-inch touchscreen display. Configured for disposable vapes, nicotine pouches (Zyn, ALP, Lucy), and Pokemon trading card packs. Starting price $3,450.
• Mega Wall 2.0 Vending Machine High-capacity wall-mounted touchscreen kiosk with 15 aisles and ~150-240 item capacity. Features a 32-inch touchscreen display for versatile configuration across vapes, nicotine pouches, and trading card products. Starting price $4,150.
• Slim Tower 2.0 Vending Machine Freestanding high-capacity touchscreen vending machine with 24 aisles, ~250-456 item capacity, a 43-inch touchscreen display, and 80W power rating. Supports a full product mix including vapes, nicotine pouches, and trading card packs. Starting price $5,000.
• WeatherWall Outdoor Vending Machine Outdoor-rated vending machine with waterproof construction for outdoor placements. Ships with Nayax card reader. Price $6,500.
• VTM Vending Management System (VMS) Cloud-based vending management platform hosted on AWS with a web dashboard and native iOS/Android mobile apps. Provides real-time sales analytics, remote machine monitoring, inventory tracking, pricing control, multi-user permissions, automated alerts, coupon management, advertising, and sales tax passthrough. Free first year with machine purchase, then $29/month per machine.

Quantifiable outcome

• High-volume locations generate $1,300-$1,500/month net profit at 125+ transactions
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NayaxcoreTechnology or IntegrationNayax provides VPOS Touch cashless payment terminal integrated into every VTM machine. Handles EMV chip, tap-to-pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay with direct bank deposits. Processing at 3.5% + $0.20 per transaction plus $7.95/month. This is the primary payment acceptance solution for all VTM machines.
• Apt PaycoreTechnology or IntegrationApt-Verify integration provides advanced age verification with document authentication, biometric selfie matching, and fake/expired ID detection. Runs $1.00 per transaction via QR code flow requiring no additional hardware. Designed for high-liability environments like hotels, transit hubs, stadiums, and strict-jurisdiction operators.
• VendingWholesale.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWholesale supplier for Pokemon booster packs exclusively for VTM customers. Provides access to packs at around $10 per booster without competing for retail inventory. VTM reserves wholesale supply specifically for operators who own VTM machines.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or IntegrationVTM Vending Management System is hosted on AWS for cloud infrastructure. Provides unmatched speed, security, and reliability for the vending software platform.
• JBW Vapor Distribution, LLCcoreOthersParent company (Licensor) of VapeTM brand. According to EULA, JBW Vapor Distribution, LLC licenses the VTM vending machines and associated software to operators. VTM Vending LLC is the entity operating the business.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Nayax: Nayax is the global leader in cashless payment and telemetry for unattended retail and is currently VapeTM's payment hardware partner. Its VPOS Touch is integrated in every VTM machine, making Nayax both an upstream partner and the most comparable public competitor.
• KioSoft Technologies: KioSoft delivers cashless payment, telemetry, and management solutions for vending, kiosk, and unattended retail — overlapping VapeTM's integration of Nayax-style payments with operator-facing remote management.
• Canteloupe Inc. Canteloupe provides seed-to-cup-to-cash vending management software and payments for unattended retail, including compliance and analytics tooling broadly analogous to VapeTM's VMS. Both sell integrated hardware+software+payment stacks to independent vending operators across the US.
• Innovative Vending Solutions: Innovative Vending Solutions manufactures and distributes specialty vending kiosks (including age-restricted product machines) for operators across the US, putting it in the same smart-vending-for-regulated-SKUs niche as VapeTM.
• 365 Retail Markets: 365 Retail Markets is an enterprise unattended retail and micro-market platform combining self-checkout kiosks, payment processing, and operator back-office software — comparable to VapeTM's hardware-plus-cloud-VMS-plus-payments offering for distributed machine fleets.

Broad incumbents

• Crane Payment Innovations: Crane Payment Innovations (a Crane NXT business) supplies cashless payment hardware and remote device management for vending and self-service — the incumbent analog to VapeTM's Nayax-integrated payment stack with deeper industrial-grade scale.
• Automated Merchandising Systems: Automated Merchandising Systems is a large-scale vending machine manufacturer producing smart free-standing and wall-mounted kiosks for traditional and unattended retail — a broader hardware competitor to VapeTM's VTM machine lineup.

Others

• Vending Wholesalers: VendingWholesale.com is VapeTM's exclusive wholesale supplier for Pokemon booster packs sold to VTM machine operators — an upstream channel partner rather than competitor, but a primary input to VapeTM's TCG vending economics.
• The Pokemon Company International: The Pokemon Company controls the official Pokemon TCG vending machine program and licenses distribution. VapeTM's independent-operator channel depends on licensed wholesale supply, making this entity a structural counterparty to VapeTM's TCG vending business.

Emerging players

• Lavu: Lavu provides point-of-sale, payments, and inventory management software for hospitality and small-format retail — adjacent to VapeTM's bar/nightlife and specialty-retail vending customers, with overlapping operator tooling needs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@VapeTMAcademy
• Facebookfacebook.com/vapetmcom-61557508252554
• Instagraminstagram.com/vapetmusa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vapetm

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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