Quick answer
If your venue has unused outdoor space and you want a weatherproof attraction, the Face Place Photoma Outdoor Photo Booth is the better fit. If you need a compact indoor draw for young children that pays out tickets, the Snow Day Ticket Arcade Game earns its floor space more reliably.
Why the outdoor photo booth changes the floor-space math
The Face Place Photoma is built for damp, wet weather, so it can claim outdoor areas that would otherwise sit idle. That effectively adds square footage instead of competing for indoor space. The trade-off: it needs a location with enough foot traffic and a power source, and its higher price means you need a steady stream of users to justify it.
Why the Snow Day arcade game is a compact indoor earner
Snow Day is a ticket redemption game aimed at younger children, with soft play balls that "snow" down and a scoring hole. It works best in a family entertainment center or arcade where parents already expect to buy tickets. The trade-off: it is an indoor game, so it competes for the same floor space as other arcade machines and depends on a steady flow of families.
Revenue per square foot: what the catalog does and does not tell you
Neither product record includes dimensions or earnings data, so you cannot calculate exact revenue per square foot from the catalog alone. Instead, compare the two on what you can verify: the photo booth's weather resistance lets you use outdoor space, while the arcade game's ticket payout appeals to a specific age group. Ask for footprint measurements and test the traffic assumptions before you commit.
Key trade-offs to weigh
- Indoor vs outdoor placement: The photo booth is weather-resistant and can go outside; the arcade game is an indoor machine. Choose based on whether you have unused outdoor space or only indoor floor.
- Upfront cost vs ticket revenue: The photo booth lists at $12,946.30 (compared to $17,495.00), while the arcade game lists at $6,413.55 (compared to $9,295.00). The arcade game costs less upfront and earns through ticket play; the photo booth costs more but can monetize outdoor space. Check your budget against the expected traffic before deciding.
- Audience appeal: The photo booth appeals to a broad audience of guests who want a souvenir; the arcade game targets younger children. Match the product to your typical visitor mix.
Product facts
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Face Place Photoma Outdoor Photo Booth: Waterproof, windproof, and designed for damp, wet weather. You can place it outdoors without worrying about rain damage, turning unused space into a potential revenue spot.
Face Place Photoma Outdoor Photo Booth
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Snow Day Ticket Arcade Game: A ticket redemption game with soft play balls that "snow" down on players. Its kid-friendly, active play style can draw repeat visits from families who enjoy redemption games.
Snow Day Ticket Arcade Game
Which fits your venue?
Best for
- Venues with unused outdoor space that want a weatherproof attraction.
- Locations with high foot traffic and a broad audience of guests.
- Operators willing to invest more upfront for a distinctive outdoor draw.
Not for
- Indoor-only venues with no covered outdoor area.
- Buyers on a tight budget who need a lower-cost indoor attraction.
- Venues with very young children as the primary audience who prefer ticket games.