Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market: Size, Future, Growth

Global coin-operated laundry machines market is projected to witness a CAGR of 5.56% during the forecast period 2025–2032, growing from USD 5.06 billion in 2024 to USD 7.80 billion in 2032, owing to urbanization, busy lifestyles, and the rise of shared and rental living spaces. Urbanization on a rapid scale in Asia, Latin America, and Africa has resulted in compact living spaces with little space for individual washing machines, and hence greater dependence on communal laundry facilities. Busy lifestyles and the need for convenience add to this trend as consumers opt for self-service laundromats due to their 24/7 accessibility and convenience in saving time. Tourism and hospitality industries also add to the growth in the market, with hotels, hostels, and low-budget accommodations installing coin-operated machines for use by guests.

Report Attributes

Details

Base Year

2024

Forecast Period

2025–2032F

Historical Period

2018–2023

Projected Growth Rate

CAGR of 5.56% between 2025 and 2032

Revenue Forecast in 2032

USD 7.80 billion

The cost-effectiveness of pay-per-use laundromats makes them attractive to students, low-income households, and migrant workers who are unable to afford personal machines. The spread of franchised laundromats, which offer advanced and efficient machines, is another market driver, particularly in urban areas with higher demand. Emerging economies are experiencing rising disposable incomes, resulting in increased spending on convenience services like laundromats. To cater to large populations, government facilities and institutions like universities, military bases, and medical facilities utilize coin-operated systems. In the coming years, technology like IoT-enabled laundry technologies, AI-optimized optimization, and solar-powered machines is poised to further drive the market, along with subscription-based systems that combine traditional coin-operated services with modern flexibility.

For instance, in April 2025, Skilcraft Sales Corp., distributor and installer of LG Corporation commercial laundry equipment launched splash coinwash laundry.

Urbanization and Smaller Living Spaces Drives the Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market Demand

The rate of fast urbanization, especially in developing economies, is significantly boosting the demand for coin-operated laundry equipment. As individuals continue to migrate to urban regions, space is increasingly becoming a constraint, with most urban dwellers occupying small apartments or shared accommodation with no space for private washing machines. This shift has led to an increasing reliance on shared laundry facilities, and as a result, coin-operated equipment is a required amenity in residential estates, student accommodation, and low-income housing. This trend is most evident in high-density urban areas where housing affordability issues limit access to in-unit laundry facilities. Additionally, the expansion of micro-apartments and co-living spaces in urban cities also contributes to market growth, as these developments often include common laundry facilities to maximize space utilization. Beyond residential areas, urbanization also fuels demand in commercial settings such as hotels, hostels, and serviced apartments, accommodating transient populations. As urban areas continue to urbanize and housing trends move towards smaller, more economic units, the market for coin-operated laundry equipment is poised for further growth with the ongoing demand for affordable, space-efficient laundry solutions in urban areas.

Rising Demand for Convenience and Time-Saving Solutions Expands Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market Size

The rapid urban lifestyle and growing time pressures among consumers globally are contributing heavily to demand for coin-operated laundry machines. With increasingly efficient and convenient lifestyles among modern consumers, self-service laundromats with coin-operated facilities have emerged as the optimal solution, providing 24/7 convenience and speedy turnaround. Working professionals, dual-income households, and students, especially in urban and semi-urban sectors, utilize these centers as a convenient and time-efficient option compared to traditional laundry practices. The convenience factor is further enhanced using technology in the industry, such as the addition of cashless payment systems like mobile wallets, contact cards, and QR code payment systems. These technologies dispense with physical coins, simplify the user interface, and address the growing need for frictionless, digital transactions. Modern coin-operated machines now also incorporate advanced features like increased capacity, high-speed cycles, and energy-efficient operation, rendering them even more attractive to busy consumers. With customer needs continuing to trend toward faster, more efficient services, demand for coin-operated laundry machines will grow, making them a central part of urban lifestyles.

For instance, in January 2023, City Coin Laundry Sdn. Bhd. (Laundrybar) expanded its integrated laundry services with the introduction of two latest self-service laundry machines specially customized to consumers’ needs, aimed at saving everyone’s time with improved added value.

Front Load Type Dominates the Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market

The front-load washer category has established itself as the leader in the global coin-operated laundry equipment market, driven by its higher efficiency, cost-saving, and space benefits. The equipment has become popular as the go-to choice for commercial laundromats due to its high-water savings and energy-efficient operation, which in turn translates into lower utility costs for operators. Its high-end cleaning performance, typified by a gentle tumbling action to clean clothes without excessive wear, makes it an ideal choice for heavy commercial use. The front-load machines’ stacking feature allows laundromat owners to maximize limited floor space, a highly attractive factor in urbanized environments where land is expensive. The market’s preference for front-load machines is especially high in developed economies like North America and Europe, while emerging markets also increasingly shift away from top-load models as operators realize the greater total cost of ownership. Manufacturers continue to disrupt the segment by launching IoT-enabled models for remote monitoring, hybrid washer-dryer models, and integrated digital payments.

North America Region leads the Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market

North America holds the largest market share in the worldwide market for coin-operated laundry equipment, with the largest revenue share. Its market leadership is due to a series of underlying factors that have solidified the region’s position as the most advanced and technology-advanced market for commercial laundry equipment. The United States holds most of this growth, reflecting a high incidence of coin-operated laundry operations across the region. Several distinctive factors underlie North America’s market leadership. The region has widespread adoption of high capacity front-load washing machines that are technologically superior, with better efficiency and durability than residential types. American consumers, in particular, value the convenience and time-saving benefits of modern laundromats with increasingly common cashless payment systems, mobile app compatibility, and real-time machine monitoring technology. Moreover, the market has been propelled by the growth of franchise laundromat chains offering uniform quality equipment and customer service across franchises. The North American market is likely to sustain its market leadership in the future through continued technological advancement, with high growth projected in the commercial multi-housing market and ongoing replacement of old with new, more efficient equipment.

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Impact of the U.S. Tariffs on Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market

• The U.S. government’s imposition of tariffs on imported washing machines, particularly those from major manufacturing countries like China and South Korea, has significantly reshaped the global coin-operated laundry machines market.
• Tariffs on imported machines have driven up prices for commercial laundry operators, particularly affecting small-scale laundromat owners, operating in the U.S.
• Many U.S. buyers now face higher costs for imported front-load washers, forcing some to delay upgrades or seek alternative suppliers.
• Major manufacturers are expected to move some production to Vietnam, Thailand, and Mexico to circumvent very high tariffs.

Report Scope

"Global Coin-Operated Laundry Machines Market Assessment, Opportunities and Forecast, 2018–2032F", is a comprehensive report by Markets and Data, providing in-depth analysis and qualitative and quantitative assessment of the current state of global coin-operated laundry machines market, industry dynamics, and challenges. The report includes market size, segmental shares, growth trends, opportunities, and forecasts between 2025 and 2032. Additionally, the report profiles the leading players in the industry, mentioning their respective market share, business models, competitive intelligence, etc.

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