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How Much Does a Commercial Soft Serve Machine Cost in Australia?
What you'll really pay — new vs refurbished, countertop vs floor-standing, and the running costs people forget to budget for.
What does a commercial soft serve machine cost in Australia?
It's the first question most people ask, and the honest answer is it depends. Here are realistic ranges to budget with (a guide only — specs, brand and availability all move the price).
New machines
- Countertop / benchtop, single or twin flavour — roughly $3,000–$8,000. Great for cafés and lower volume.
- Floor-standing commercial — roughly $8,000–$20,000+. Higher output, faster recovery, built for all-day trade.
- High-output or premium brands can go well beyond that.
Refurbished machines
A properly reconditioned machine — stripped, tested, new wear parts and warranted — is often 30–50% less than new and performs like new. For most new businesses it's the smartest spend.
The running costs people forget
- Mix — your biggest ongoing cost; higher-overrun machines stretch mix further.
- Power — larger machines may need three-phase; check your site before you buy.
- Maintenance & parts — O-rings, scraper blades and scheduled servicing keep it reliable.
- Compliance — electrical test & tag and refrigerant servicing.
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