How to Win a Claw Machine with a Small Prize: Tips and Strategies
Preface
Understanding Claw Machine Mechanics

How Claw Machines Work
Key Factors Influencing Claw Machine Success
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Machine Settings: Many claw machines are set to "pay out" after a certain number of plays. In some cases, they are programmed to offer a stronger grip after a set amount of unsuccessful attempts.
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Prize Placement: The positioning of the prize is crucial. If the small prize is buried under other items, your chances of winning decrease significantly.
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Claw Strength: The strength of the claw is variable. Some machines have a set strength that doesn’t change, while others allow for the claw to adjust depending on the situation.
Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning
1. Look for Machines with Clear Prizes
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Tip: The closer the prize is to the edge of the machine, the easier it will be for the claw to grab it. If the prize is buried under several layers of other toys, it's probably best to skip that machine.
2. Observe Other Players
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Tip: Focus on the movement of the claw. Some machines have claws that sway or move erratically, while others are more predictable. The more predictable the claw, the better your chances.
3. Go for a Small, Lightweight Prize
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Tip: If you spot a small toy with a good shape that isn’t buried under other prizes, it could be your best bet.
4. Time Your Claw Presses
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Tip: Wait until the claw reaches its lowest point before pressing the button to ensure it’s in the right position to grab the prize.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Playing Claw Machines
1. Choosing the Wrong Machine
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Mistake: Trying to grab a small prize that is out of reach or wedged between larger prizes.
2. Overconfidence in the Claw’s Grip
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Mistake: Assuming that the claw will hold onto your prize once it’s grabbed.
3. Not Adjusting for Different Machines
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Mistake: Applying the same strategy to every machine without understanding the unique mechanics of each one.
Conclusion
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How about the quality than the other similar companies?
Compared with other claw machine manufacturers, we can say that our products are the most cost-efficient at the same level and the best at the same price. Why? Because our promotion strategy is mid-range products with a low price.
Solutions
Materials that need to be prepared in the early stage of opening?
Site area: ground paste, knife flag, game coin, coin box, coin basket, coin bag, advertising water sign, exchange area notice, special cart, work clothes, gift bag, doll label card, electrical tool box, exchange area points label rack and label paper, machine code, currency, play instructions, audio and microphone, battery.
Office supplies: such as computers, printers, A4 paper, doll guns and glue needles, black pens, big head pens, and staplers.
Daily necessities: such as scissors, gift hooks, size of transparent glue, sanitary towels, mop, bucket, dustpan, large trash can, garbage bags, sewing bag, key ring, rubber band, and so on.
Customization
How can I solve the Game Machines malfunction?
Please show us what the problem was, and then our professional technicians will provide you with a solution in 24 hours. According to the game machines we sold, we gave away a small accessory kit for free. If you need to replace the main part, we only charge the cost friendly. Doing Win-Win business happily is the aim of arcade games claw machine manufacturer YPFuns.
Support what customizations for claw machine wholesale?
- Custom claw machines
1. LOGO printing.
2. Various cabinet colors and appearances.
3. Size/players.
Custom claw shop
1. 2D floor design within 48 working hours.
2. 3D rendering design within 72 working hours.
Normally how long is your claw machine product life cycle?
at least 3 years. Normally, it takes you only 2 to 3 months to earn the money back.
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