Prize Crane Machines for Exhibitions, Brand Activations & Corporate Events
If you're looking for an attraction that instantly pulls in crowds, delivers powerful engagement and works perfectly for giveaways, our Arcade Grabber Hire Kent service is the ideal choice.
Also known as Prize Cranes or Claw Machines, these arcade-style units are perfect for exhibitions, promotions, product launches, brand activations, student events, retail promotions and private parties across Kent.
We deliver to Maidstone, Canterbury, Ashford, Dartford, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Rochester, Chatham, Whitstable, Gravesend — and everywhere in between.
A Perfect Gift Giveaway Setup
Arcade grabbers are a brilliant way to distribute branded gifts, promotional items and campaign merchandise.
Simply fill the crane with the items you want guests to win — this can include plush toys, keyrings, branded gifts, discount vouchers, tokens, QR-coded capsules or small product samples.
For tiny items such as keyrings, USB sticks, badges or sweets, we can supply empty prize capsules you can place the items inside. This makes the prizes easier for the claw to pick up and gives you the option to include printed messages or vouchers inside each capsule.
Prize Control Modes – Win Anytime or Pre-Set Wins
Our Prize Cranes can be configured in two ways:
1. Prize Every Time Mode
Best for high-footfall events, family crowds, or low-cost giveaways.
2. Controlled Win Mode
Perfect for high-value prizes or limited giveaway stock.
You can set the crane to only allow a win every 2 to 100 attempts, ensuring your premium prizes stay controlled throughout the event.
This is great for promotional campaigns, retail activations, competitions or exhibitions where you have set quantities of gifts.
Pre-Filled Capsule Options
We can also provide pre-filled capsules containing:
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Small plush toys
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Mini branded items
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Keyrings
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Themed trinkets
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Custom printed messages or discount codes
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“Winner / Not a Winner” slips
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QR codes for online redemption
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Product samples
Capsules help create mystery and excitement — and they make the crane more visually appealing when filled.
Voucher & Token Promotion Ideas
One of the strongest uses of an arcade grabber is voucher-style promotions.
Each capsule can contain:
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Voucher codes
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Free gift tokens
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Discount offers
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Tiered prizes (e.g., Gold = top prize, Silver = mid, Bronze = basic reward)
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Clues for treasure-hunt activations
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Social media competition entries
This makes the grabber perfect for brand-focused campaigns and footfall-driving promotions across Kent.
Free-Play & Remote-Control Operation
Our Arcade Grabber Machines never require money to play.
They operate on:
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Free-play mode using a button on the cabinet
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Remote control mode, allowing your staff to issue plays manually
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Optional token mode for incentive-based participation
This gives you complete control over usage, perfect for events where you want to track engagement or reward specific actions.
Optional Token Operation
For events where you want guests to earn their go, we offer token operation (must be requested during booking).
Choose from:
This is ideal for:
Ball Grab Options
If your prizes are too large for the claw — or you want to run a colour-themed challenge — we offer ball grab setups.
We stock balls in multiple colours including:
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Red
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Blue
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White
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Silver
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Gold
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Graphite Black
Great ideas include:
We can also source custom colours to match your brand.
Professional Presentation & Branding
All our Prize Cranes are manufactured in a clean white finish, providing a perfect neutral base for branding.
We offer:
Your machine will arrive fully branded (if requested), clean and event-ready.
Flight-Cased & Event Ready
Transporting event equipment safely is essential.
All our Arcade Grabber Machines are fully flight-cased, ensuring they arrive in perfect condition, with no damage to the branding or decals.
This means your machine will look immaculate on your exhibition stand or activation setup.
Professional Delivery, Setup & Support Across Kent
Our trained installation team will:
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Deliver anywhere in Kent
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Bring the machine in via appropriate access routes
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Fully set up and test the unit
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Ensure branding is perfectly aligned
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Provide staff with basic operational training
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Offer on-call support throughout your hire
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Remove the machine quickly after your event
We regularly supply to:
Technical Specifications
Equipment Size: 0.6m x 0.6m
Operational Area: 0.8m x 1.2m
Height: 1.9m
Power: 1x 13amp plug within 5m
Minimum Age: 4+
Users Per Hour: Up to 120
Indoor Use Only / Marquee Use OK
Required Access:
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Minimum doorway width: 0.7m
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Minimum lift size: 1.95m x 0.8m x 1m
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Step-free access required (contact us if unsure)
If you want a high-impact, fully brandable and incredibly engaging attraction for your event, our Arcade Grabber Hire Kent service is the perfect solution.
Contact us today for pricing, branding options and availability.
To explore additional interactive games, branded activations and event equipment,
visit Boutique Party Hire
Arcade Grabber Hire Kent – FAQs
1. Do you deliver arcade grabbers across the whole of Kent?
Yes. We deliver, install and collect arcade grabbers throughout Kent, including Maidstone, Canterbury, Dartford, Ashford, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Medway, Thanet, Gravesend, Rochester, Chatham and surrounding areas. We cover venues of all sizes from hotels and conference centres to private estates and retail units.
2. Can we fully brand the Prize Crane for our event?
Absolutely. We provide full wrap branding, custom logo panels, branded prize capsules, themed internal artwork, backboard printing and competition signage. Machines are finished in white, making them the perfect base for any branding.
3. What types of events in Kent is an Arcade Grabber suitable for?
Our Prize Cranes are hired for a wide range of Kent events including:
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Corporate events & team days
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Exhibition stands & trade shows
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Brand activations & promotional campaigns
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University events & open days
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Retail promotions & shopping centre events
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Private parties, birthdays & weddings
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Charity fundraisers & ticketed events
If your event needs energy, interaction and visual impact, a grabber works brilliantly.
4. How much space does an arcade grabber require?
The machine requires a minimum of 1m x 1m floor space, plus a little room in front for players. This makes it ideal for compact exhibition stands, conference rooms, retail areas and office spaces throughout Kent.
5. Can we control how often someone wins?
Yes. You can choose between:
This option is perfect for managing higher-value prizes or limited giveaway quantities.
6. Do you supply capsules or prizes?
We can supply empty or pre-filled capsules for keyrings, small toys, vouchers, QR codes and campaign messages. You are welcome to provide your own prizes too — as long as they fit inside the claw or capsule.
7. Can the crane run on tokens instead of free-play?
Yes. We offer optional token operation, using either custom-branded tokens or plain tokens. This is ideal for incentive-based participation at exhibitions, corporate events and retail promotions.
8. Can we run colour-based competitions with balls?
Yes. We stock plastic balls in various colours including Red, Blue, White, Silver, Gold and Black. Colour-coded competitions (e.g., Gold ball = top prize) are hugely popular at promotional events.
9. Do the grabbers require money to play?
No. All machines operate in free-play mode. A button or wireless remote provides credits. This ensures complete control over guest access and engagement.
10. Do the machines make noise or play music?
Yes, but sound levels can be adjusted or turned off completely depending on your venue’s requirements. Lights and music can be customised to suit the event atmosphere.
11. Is indoor use required?
Arcade grabbers are designed for indoor or marquee use only. They can be used in outdoor settings if covered, but must be protected from weather conditions.
12. What access is required for delivery?
We need:
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A minimum doorway width of 0.7m
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Step-free access (essential)
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A lift size of 1.95m x 0.8m x 1m for multi-floor venues
If step-free access isn’t available, contact us and we’ll advise whether delivery is still possible.
13. How many people can play per hour?
Up to 120 players per hour, depending on your chosen win settings. This makes the crane an excellent option for high-footfall Kent events.
14. How long does setup take?
Setup usually takes 10–20 minutes once the machine is at your venue. Our team will test it, adjust difficulty levels and ensure branding is applied perfectly.
15. Where can we see other game hire options?
To explore more interactive games, branded machines and event equipment, simply visit Boutique Party Hire.