Restaurant Equipment ROI Calculator Hub
Restaurant Equipment ROI Calculator Hub
Calculate Your Investment Return Before Bidding at Auction
Make Data-Driven Equipment Decisions
Free calculators for every major equipment type. See your payback period, monthly profit, and 5-year ROI instantly.
How Auction Equipment Accelerates ROI
When you buy equipment at auction for 40-60% of retail price, your break-even point arrives months (or even years) sooner. Every dollar saved on equipment cost is a dollar that goes straight to your bottom line.
The Auction Advantage Formula
Traditional Purchase: $10,000 new fryer ÷ $50/day profit = 200 days to break even
Auction Purchase: $4,000 auction fryer ÷ $50/day profit = 80 days to break even
Result: You're profitable 120 days sooner, generating pure profit while competitors still pay off equipment.
Select Your Equipment Type
Ice Cream Machine ROI Calculator
Calculate payback period for soft serve, frozen yogurt, or gelato equipment
Prep Table ROI Calculator
Calculate savings and efficiency gains from refrigerated prep stations
2-Door Cooler ROI Calculator
Calculate payback from increased storage and reduced waste
Commercial Mixer ROI Calculator
Calculate labor savings and production capacity gains
Commercial Fryer ROI Calculator
Factor in oil efficiency, recovery time, and portion yields
Pizza Oven ROI Calculator
Calculate returns from deck ovens, conveyor ovens, and brick ovens
Commercial Dishwasher ROI Calculator
Calculate labor savings and efficiency improvements
Espresso Machine ROI Calculator
High-margin beverage equipment with premium returns
Range/Oven ROI Calculator
Calculate efficiency gains and energy savings
Griddle ROI Calculator
Calculate returns from increased breakfast and lunch capacity
Typical Payback Periods by Equipment Type
| Equipment Type | Auction Price Range | Typical Payback | Key ROI Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Cream/Soft Serve | $1,500-6,000 | 60-120 days | High profit margins (300-500%) |
| Espresso Machine | $2,000-8,000 | 45-90 days | Premium pricing ($4-6/drink) |
| Pizza Oven | $3,000-12,000 | 90-180 days | Volume capacity increases |
| Fryer | $800-3,000 | 60-150 days | Popular menu items |
| Prep Table | $600-3,500 | 90-180 days | Labor efficiency |
| Dishwasher | $1,500-5,000 | 120-240 days | Labor cost reduction |
| 2-Door Cooler | $800-3,000 | 150-300 days | Waste reduction |
| Mixer | $500-2,500 | 90-180 days | Production capacity |
Important ROI Considerations
- These calculations assume proper maintenance and operation
- Factor in installation costs ($200-2,000 depending on equipment)
- Include monthly maintenance budget (typically 5-10% of purchase price annually)
- Energy costs vary by region and equipment efficiency
- Consider seasonal variations in revenue for some equipment types
Quick Links to Equipment Guides
Ice Cream Machine Guide
Complete pricing and buying guide
Prep Table Guide
Pizza prep vs sandwich units
2-Door Cooler Guide
Refrigeration buying tips
Mixer Guide
Planetary vs spiral mixers
Slicer Guide
Professional slicing equipment
Pizza Equipment Guide
Complete pizzeria setup
Financing Your Equipment Purchase
How Financing Affects ROI
Even with financing costs, auction equipment often provides superior returns:
Example: $5,000 Espresso Machine
- Cash purchase: 45-day payback
- 12-month financing @ 8%: 52-day payback
- 24-month financing @ 8%: 58-day payback
The small increase in payback period preserves your working capital for inventory and operations.
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