- Three tiers, all one-time payments, all instant downloads: Starter Kit ($27, 3 documents), Operator Pack ($47, 6 documents), Full Launch Bundle ($97, all 10 documents).
- Each tier fully contains the one below it — the Operator Pack is the Starter Kit plus three more documents, and the Launch Bundle is the Operator Pack plus four more.
- These are documents, not leads or done-for-you services — if you want pre-scored leads and hands-on help, that is a separate product line covered at the end.
We built three small document bundles because “everything you need to start a vending business” is a vague, unbuyable promise — what actually helps is a specific, countable stack of documents you can open and use today. Here is exactly what is in each tier, who it fits, and how to pick without overpaying for documents you will not use yet.
Starter Kit — $27
Who it is for: you have not filed anything yet and want to get legally set up without guessing at the order of operations. What is inside (3 documents):
- The Vending Machine Distributor List, covering all 50 states across three buying lanes — national new, national refurbished/used, and local marketplaces — so you can price the same machine three ways before buying.
- The Getting Started Checklist: LLC, EIN, permits, and insurance, in the order that avoids the two expensive beginner mistakes. We wrote the full reasoning behind this order in the getting-started checklist post.
- The Vending Terms Glossary — commission, COI, telemetry, MDB, DEX, par level, and 15 more terms, so your first call to a distributor does not immediately mark you as new.
Operator Pack — $47 (most popular)
Who it is for: you are legally set up, or close to it, and the actual bottleneck is getting a location to say yes. What is inside (6 documents — everything in Starter, plus):
- The Cold Walk-In Pitch Script — the exact 45-second pitch, word for word, plus responses to the three objections every operator hears. Full script in this post.
- The Pitch Checklist — the seven things to physically bring that roughly double your close rate.
- The Placement Agreement Template — a plain-English, single-machine contract you can sign on the spot.
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Start building free →Full Launch Bundle — $97
Who it is for: you want the entire sequence in one place, including the logistics and follow-up that come after the pitch. What is inside (all 10 documents — everything in Operator, plus):
- The Complete Getting Started Guide — the full five-phase sequence from deciding your lane to your first 90 days operating. Read the phase-by-phase version in this post.
- The Vending Machine Moving Companies Directory — who actually moves 400–800 lb machines, and realistic price ranges by move type.
- The Supplier & Partner Directory — where working operators buy product, parts, and payment hardware.
- Five Property Manager Follow-Up Email Templates, covering the full arc from same-day thank-you through the quarterly retention check-in.
Which one should you actually buy?
- Nothing filed yet, budget-conscious: Starter Kit. Upgrade later — you are not locked in.
- Legally set up, need to land your first yes: Operator Pack. This is the tier most buyers pick, and it is where the pitch mechanics live.
- Want the whole sequence in one download, including logistics: Full Launch Bundle — the $50 jump from Operator buys four documents you would otherwise piece together from forum posts and guesswork.
Every kit is on one page with the full document list for each, and the Get Started Bundle is ticked by default — untick anything and the price updates. Secure Stripe checkout, instant email delivery, 30-day money-back guarantee.
See every kit and price →Beyond the document bundles
The Shop sells documents — templates, checklists, and directories you use yourself. If what you actually want is pre-scored leads in your city or hands-on help landing your first placement, that is a separate, more expensive product line (the Fast-Start and Launch Kits on our resources page) built around done-for-you location sourcing rather than documents. And every VendBuddy plan — including the free tier — includes the live Lead Finder, Pipeline CRM, and Growth Coach in the app itself, which is a different, ongoing tool rather than a one-time download.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Starter Kit, Operator Pack, and Full Launch Bundle?
Starter Kit ($27, 3 documents) covers legal setup and sourcing. Operator Pack ($47, 6 documents) adds the pitch script, pitch checklist, and contract template. Full Launch Bundle ($97, all 10 documents) adds the phase-by-phase launch guide, movers directory, supplier directory, and follow-up email templates.
Are these one-time purchases or a subscription?
One-time. Each tier is a single payment with instant download access — there is no recurring charge tied to the Shop products.
Do I get access to the VendBuddy app with a Shop purchase?
No — the Shop sells standalone documents. The app (Lead Finder, Pipeline CRM, ROI tools, Growth Coach) is separate and has its own free tier.
Can I upgrade from Starter Kit to a higher tier later?
Yes — there is no lock-in. Many operators start with the Starter Kit and buy the Operator Pack once they are ready to start pitching locations.
Read the full standalone guides behind each tier: the getting-started checklist, the cold pitch script, and the complete launch guide. Or start with our free startup guide and real income numbers before you spend a dollar.