Cash Cube vs Grab-A-Grand vs Ballnado – The Ultimate Guide to Custom-Branded Money Machines

Money machines are some of the most effective ways to attract crowds, spark excitement, and create memorable interactions at events. But what makes them truly powerful is how easily they can be custom-branded — not just the outside wrap, but the gameplay itself.

Whether you want swirling golden tickets, branded prize notes, event-specific tokens, or even festive reindeer noses, each machine can be tailored to match your campaign or theme.

Below, we break down each option — including all relevant models:

What Makes Money Machines So Customisable?

Most machines are functionally identical (except the Ballnado), but all can be customised with:

  • Printed branded prize notes

  • Tokens with your logo or message

  • Golden tickets, discount vouchers, or competition slips

  • Seasonal props like reindeer noses, baubles, or snowflake tokens

  • Fake or real money for high-value promotions or TV-style moments

  • Exterior vinyl wraps and bespoke branding

  • Internal lighting colours to match your brand

This makes them perfect for exhibitions, retail promotions, end-of-year awards, and themed activations such as Christmas, Willy Wonka events, or summer roadshows.

1. Cash Grabber & Standard Money Machines

Cash Grabber

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The classic ‘money booth’ experience. Players step inside a clear chamber and try to grab swirling notes before the timer runs out.

Custom Branding Opportunities

This is where the Cash Grabber shines:

  • Print your own golden tickets for a Willy Wonka–style campaign

  • Use fake money featuring your logo, mascot, or product

  • Run a premium promotion using real money for TV-style drama

  • Theme the machine with snowflakes, mini baubles, or candy canes for Christmas

  • Add QR-code prize notes for instant digital engagement

  • Fully wrap the machine in your branding for maximum impact

Perfect for:

  • Exhibitions needing bold activations

  • Corporate reward campaigns

  • Big reveal competitions

  • Seasonal promotions (Christmas, Halloween, summer fairs)

  • TV segments or publicity stunts

2. Grab-A-Grand Cash Cube

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A well-known format thanks to years of game shows, the Grab-A-Grand Cash Cube works just like the Cash Grabber — blowing lightweight notes or tokens in a whirlwind.

Custom Branding Opportunities

Anything you can imagine can be turned into a “collectible”:

  • Special-edition note designs for product launches

  • High-value winner notes hidden among standard ones

  • Golden “super win” tickets

  • Chocolate-bar-style branded wrappers for themed events

  • Retail discount vouchers or instant-win prize slips

  • Fully branded exterior wraps

Because audiences instantly recognise the format, it’s effortless to integrate it into themed marketing campaigns.

3. Ballnado Grabber Machines

Ballnado Grabber

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The Ballnado is the wildcard in the range — instead of blowing paper notes, it blows lightweight plastic or foam balls, creating a totally different visual effect.

Custom Branding Opportunities

The Ballnado’s unique format allows for extremely playful, family-friendly theming:

  • Christmas reindeer noses blown around the chamber

  • Snowballs for winter events or festive markets

  • Branded colour-coded balls with matching corporate colours

  • Special “winner balls” that trigger a prize

  • Easter-themed eggs, neon balls, or glitter-filled orbs

  • Fully branded exterior graphics and internal base mats

Because balls are easier to grab, it’s ideal for fast, repeatable gameplay at large events.

Perfect for:

  • Family-oriented events

  • Retail centres

  • Christmas fun days

  • Outdoor promotions (balls won’t get soggy or clump)

  • High-visibility experiential marketing

Which Machine Should You Choose?

Choose the Cash Grabber / Money Machine if you want:

  • The classic money booth experience

  • Fully customisable gameplay with themed notes or tickets

  • High-impact branding and corporate appeal

  • Golden tickets, fake money, real money, or prize slips

Choose Grab-A-Grand if you want:

  • A TV-style game-show feel

  • A format audiences instantly understand

  • Branded tokens, vouchers, or competition notes

Choose the Ballnado if you want:

  • A playful, colourful attraction

  • Seasonal variations (reindeer noses, snowballs)

  • A cleaner alternative to paper tokens

  • Fun for younger or family audiences

Nationwide Themed Money Machine Hire

We deliver all these machines across the UK — including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Cardiff, Glasgow, Newcastle, and everywhere in between.
Our team handles:

  • Delivery

  • Setup

  • Collection

  • Branding assistance

  • Event support (optional)

Ready to Create a Custom-Branded Money Machine Experience?

Tell us your theme — Christmas, Willy Wonka, corporate branding, charity event, roadshow — and we’ll design the gameplay and visuals that match.

We specialise in fast turnaround, high-impact branding, and event-ready money machine hire.