The World's 25 Coolest and Craziest Vending Machines

Most of us have pretty limited experience with vending machines aside from the usual soda or bag of chips stuck just out of reach. However, these instantly gratifying devices are capable of so much more than serving up stale Cheetos and off-brand Dr. Pepper, and brands all around the world are learning that vending machines are the hippest way to sell everyday items. Check out these unique mechanical kiosks — listed in order from weirdest to most wonderful — to learn all about this convenient retail and food service trend. Which one is your favorite? Source: Flickr user rosino

01
Live Worms
Instagram | boldtupwrite

Live Worms

We don't even want to know how they're packaged.

02
Mourning Candles
Instagram | msangeldragon

Mourning Candles

Nothing says "rest in peace" like a candle haphazardly purchased at a roadside machine.

03
Sex Toys
Instagram | francesabaldry

Sex Toys

Oh good, they included pregnancy tests too!

04
Cabbage
Instagram | shannon_kirihata

Cabbage

For those days when you forget your cabbage at home.

05
Vladimir Putin Paraphernalia
Instagram | ladymay01

Vladimir Putin Paraphernalia

"With love, from the Mother country."

06
Underwear
Instagram | hrfndez

Underwear

In case you, ya know, have an accident while out and about.

08
Gold Bars
Instagram | nicha_cha

Gold Bars

Only in Dubai.

09
Fresh Milk
Instagram | anatcklife

Fresh Milk

But . . . how fresh?

10
Flip-Flops
Instagram | persyh

Flip-Flops

Every nail salon should have one of these machines.

11
Gadgets
Instagram | nandabear33

Gadgets

Because iPads are a great impulse buy.

12
Face Cream
Instagram | chinkana

Face Cream

This machine must make a fortune at airports!

13
Wood-Fired Pizza
Instagram | edaa_v

Wood-Fired Pizza

You can select your toppings, and it's made right there inside the machine!

15
Hot Coffee and Cold Beer
Instagram | mitchyoung_shunde

Hot Coffee and Cold Beer

This is so awesome.

16
Bananas
Instagram | eatwithrobin

Bananas

Everyone needs a little potassium sometimes.

17
Comic-Themed Snacks
Instagram | shintarorororo

Comic-Themed Snacks

Soda just tastes better when it looks like Iron Man.

18
Umbrellas
Instagram | coffeenomizu

Umbrellas

This is a lifesaver when the rain catches you off guard.

19
Hello Kitty Toys
Instagram | aaronng88

Hello Kitty Toys

Can they put one of these next to the Hello Kitty food truck? Thanks.

20
Nail Polish
Instagram | instagr_amberlee

Nail Polish

You'll never have to deal with a chipped mani again!

22
Beauty Products
Instagram | sevialaluf

Beauty Products

When your favorite lipstick melts in the car, Benefit is there to help.

23
Charitable Donations
Instagram | sweet_awesome_life

Charitable Donations

This Korean machine lets you donate to help others, all in one convenient place. Cool!

24
Cupcakes
Instagram | alexkandora

Cupcakes

Fresh cupcakes at the push of a button = actual heaven.

25
Library Books
Instagram | bdtphoto

Library Books

This convenient vending machine saves you a trip to the library.