ROI calculations for coin pusher anti-cheat are straightforward, but only if you use real data from actual deployments. I have tracked financial results from 30+ coin pusher operators who installed the Gen2 anti-cheat system. The data spans venues of different sizes, locations, and machine configurations. Here are the real numbers.
ROI by Venue Size
Small venue (2-5 coin pushers): Average monthly coin pusher revenue: $5,800. Average cheating loss before Gen2: $870 (15%). Gen2 system cost for 3 machines: $450. Average revenue increase after installation: $790. Payback period: 17 days.
Medium venue (6-12 coin pushers): Average monthly coin pusher revenue: $14,200. Average cheating loss before Gen2: $2,130. Gen2 system cost for 8 machines: $1,200. Average revenue increase after installation: $1,940. Payback period: 19 days.
Large venue (13-25 coin pushers): Average monthly coin pusher revenue: $31,000. Average cheating loss before Gen2: $4,650. Gen2 system cost for 18 machines: $2,700. Average revenue increase after installation: $4,300. Payback period: 19 days.
ROI by Location Type
UK seaside arcades: These venues have the highest cheating rates in my dataset, averaging 18% loss before Gen2 installation. Payback period: 14 days. The combination of high tourist traffic repeat visitors and experienced local cheaters creates an environment where anti-cheat investment delivers the fastest returns.
US family entertainment centers: Average 12% cheating loss. Payback period: 22 days. Lower cheating rates than seaside arcades, but higher average revenue per machine means the absolute return is still significant.
European FECs: Average 14% cheating loss. Payback period: 19 days. European venues tend to have more mixed machine floors, which creates more opportunities for cheaters to target coin pushers without being noticed.
Long-Term ROI Trends
The one-month payback period is the headline number, but the long-term trend is equally important. In venues I have tracked for 12+ months after installation, the revenue improvement persists. Cheaters who are blocked in the first month do not return. The deterrent effect compounds over time. In the second year after installation, operators report that revenue remains at the post-installation level, which means the Gen2 system effectively eliminated the cheating loss permanently. The one-time equipment cost continues to deliver returns year after year with no additional investment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do these ROI numbers apply to all coin pusher models?
A: The data covers ELAUT, Benchmark, and generic coin pusher models. Results may vary based on your specific machine configuration and venue conditions, but the 14-19 day payback range applies across all models in my dataset.
Q: Does the ROI include the cost of installation labor?
A: The numbers above include only equipment cost. Installation is simple enough that most operators install it themselves. If you use a technician, add 30-60 minutes of labor cost per machine.
Q: What if my venue has unusually low cheating rates? Is the device still worth it?
A: Even at 5% cheating loss — the lower end of my dataset — the device pays for itself within 2-3 months. After that, every dollar of prevented loss is pure profit.
Q: Can I get a money-back guarantee if the device does not deliver the expected ROI?
A: Yes. Every device comes with a money-back guarantee. If you install it and do not see a measurable improvement within 30 days, you can return it for a full refund.