What you should consider: Large gumballs that are not perfectly round sometimes have difficulty dispensing. What you need to know: This classic model gumball machine is a terrific value for the price.

it's almost impossible to know exactly how old the gumballs in that creaky gumball machine outside your laundromat really are. For all you know, the colorful mouth marbles could be 100 years old.

Consider whether you want a gumball machine that’s empty or pre-filled with candy. Pre-filled machines don’t require any future purchases until you run out of gumballs, but you’re limited to ...