Supported Machines — Does ArcadePay Work on My Machine?
ArcadePay Controllers work with a wide range of amusement, vending, and skill-prize machines. Use this page to check compatibility before you order.
Arcade and Amusement Machines
ArcadePay was built for the amusement industry. It works with:
- Claw machines (most major brands including Neofuns, Smart Industries, Elaut)
- Skill-prize and redemption machines
- Pinball machines (via pulse or MDB connection)
- Video arcade games with a coin door or bill validator
- Locker box systems and token dispensers
If your machine accepts coins or bills and has a coin mech or bill validator, ArcadePay can likely connect to it.
Vending Machines (Drink, Snack, and Combo)
Yes — ArcadePay Controllers work with vending machines that have an MDB cashless connector.
What is an MDB connector?
MDB (Multi-Drop Bus) is the standard interface for cashless payment devices on commercial vending machines. Most modern drink, snack, and combo vending machines — including FUTURE brand machines — have an MDB port built in.
How to check:
Look for a rectangular multi-pin connector inside the machine's coin mech area, usually labeled "MDB," "DEX," or "Cashless." If you see it, your machine is likely compatible.
Not sure? Send us photos.
Email a few photos of the machine's interior (coin mech area and connector) to ops@arcadepay.app. We will confirm compatibility before you order.
Note: We do not currently have a demo installation video for vending machines. Our support team can walk you through the setup via email.
Connection Types Supported
| Connection Type | Common Machine Types |
|---|---|
| Easy-Connect (6-pin / 4-pin) | Claw machines, redemption machines |
| MDB Cashless | Vending machines, some amusement machines |
| Pulse / Coin Credit | Older cabinets, pinball, custom builds |
| Hardwire pigtail | Older bill validators without standard connectors |
Machines We Do Not Currently Support
- Machines with no coin mech or bill validator and no cashless port
- Proprietary closed-loop systems that block third-party cashless devices
- Machines requiring a different cashless protocol (e.g., S2 DEX-only without MDB)
If you are unsure, ask before ordering — we would rather confirm compatibility first than have you receive a unit that does not fit your machine.
Still Not Sure?
Contact ArcadePay Support with:
- Machine brand and model
- A photo of the coin mech area or cashless connector
- What connection type (if known)
We will get back to you quickly.