Merchant Combo MEDIA2 Vending Machine – 9″ Touchscreen Snack & Drink Combo (Merchant 4 / Merchant 6)

Merchant Combo MEDIA2: 9-Inch Touchscreen Snack & Drink Combo

The Merchant Combo MEDIA2 is a single-cabinet combo that dispenses chilled beverages and shelf-stable snacks side by side, fronted by a bright 9-inch color touchscreen. Built on the long-running Crane Merchant platform, the MEDIA2 pairs proven refrigerated combo mechanics with an interactive interface that boots in under a minute, runs full-motion product videos, and guides shoppers through a shopping-cart checkout so they can buy multiple items in one transaction.

It ships in two footprints so operators can match capacity to the space. The Merchant 4 holds 38–48 selections in a 35-inch-wide cabinet, while the Merchant 6 stretches to 46 inches wide for 58–72 selections. Both stand 72 inches tall and 32 inches deep, and both carry a programmable refrigerated deck so cold drinks and perishable snacks stay in spec while candy and chips sit above the cold barrier.

Merchant Combo MEDIA2 Specifications

Key Features

• 9-inch color touchscreen — an immersive display with faster response and a sub-one-minute boot time that lifts engagement over button panels.
• Shopping cart checkout — customers add several snacks and drinks and pay for the whole basket in one transaction.
• Suggestive selling — the interface promotes new items, slow movers, and complementary products at the point of decision.
• Digital advertising — on-screen video and interactive promotions run throughout the purchase to build brand loyalty.
• Nutritional information — large, easy-to-read nutrition facts display per selection.
• Remote management — Simpllifi™ CONNECT PLUS pushes price changes, planograms, and nutrition data over the air.
• MDB payment architecture — the standard M.D.B. bus accepts coin mechanisms, bill validators, and cashless card readers (contactless cards and mobile wallets) so you can outfit the machine to your route.

About Crane and the Merchant Platform

The Merchant line is built by Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) / Crane Convenience, part of Crane Company — a long-established American manufacturer of vending equipment and unattended-retail payment systems. The Merchant family has been a workhorse in the North American combo and snack market for decades, and the MEDIA2 generation brings the touchscreen, telemetry, and cashless readiness that modern routes expect. You can review the manufacturer’s platform details on the Crane Merchant Combo MEDIA2 product page.

Where This Machine Earns

A combo like the Merchant Combo MEDIA2 fits any location that needs both snacks and cold drinks but only has room — or foot traffic — for one machine. Think mid-size offices and breakrooms, gyms and fitness studios, apartment amenity rooms, auto shops, hotels, medical and manufacturing facilities, and schools. The Merchant 4 suits tighter breakrooms and lower-volume spots, while the wider Merchant 6 covers busier accounts where the extra beverage and snack facings reduce restock trips.

Refrigerated capacity means you can stock bottled water, sodas, energy drinks, and chilled snacks alongside chips and candy. Typical route economics depend on location traffic and product mix, so pair capacity to demand rather than over- or under-sizing a stop.

Condition, Warranty & What’s Included

Each Merchant Combo MEDIA2 is tested and prepared for service before it ships. Machines are covered by our published warranty tiers: a 2-year limited parts-and-service warranty on new units and a 1-year limited warranty on refurbished units, both including replacement parts, labor, and remote technical support for US customers. Confirm the condition of this listing with our team before purchase; refurbished units are fully inspected, cleaned, and function-tested. For a full breakdown, see our Warranty Policy.

Why Buy From Finn Vending Sales

We ship the Merchant Combo MEDIA2 free across the continental United States, with orders tested and dispatched within 1–2 business days after payment confirmation and typical delivery in 3–7 business days by curbside freight. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery with free return shipping on approved returns. First-time operators can add professional on-site installation, Location Placement assistance, and our Vending Startup Program, or explore combo options in our Combo Vending Machines collection. Prefer an invoice? Add this machine to your cart and check out securely by bank wire transfer; our team confirms the order and emails your invoice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many selections does the Merchant Combo MEDIA2 hold?
The Merchant 4 holds 38–48 selections and the Merchant 6 holds 58–72, combining refrigerated beverage columns with snack and candy shelves in one cabinet.

Does it take credit cards, and can a card reader be added?
Yes. The machine uses the standard M.D.B. payment bus, so a cashless card reader (for contactless cards and mobile wallets) can be added alongside the coin mechanism and bill validator to accept card payments at the machine.

What power does it need?
Both models run on a standard 115 VAC 60Hz outlet drawing 6 amps, with energy use of 100 Wh/h (Merchant 4) to 106 Wh/h (Merchant 6).

Will it fit through a standard doorway?
Both models are 72″ tall and 32″ deep. The Merchant 4 is 35″ wide and the Merchant 6 is 46″ wide, so measure your entry — a standard 36″ door clears the Merchant 4, while the Merchant 6 needs a wider opening or double doors.

Can I manage pricing and inventory remotely?
Yes. Simpllifi™ CONNECT PLUS provides over-the-air management of pricing, planograms, and nutritional information so you can update the machine without a site visit.

Is it new or refurbished?
Confirm this listing’s condition with our team. New units carry a 2-year limited warranty and refurbished units a 1-year limited warranty, both with parts, labor, and remote support.

How is it delivered?
By curbside freight with free shipping across the continental US, typically arriving 3–7 business days after a 1–2 day dispatch.