Ranking the best popcorn carts for 2022

Popcorn (from the English popped corn) is a low-calorie grain product not only with an attractive taste, but also with a useful set of fiber and complex carbohydrates. A hearty delicacy does not carry contraindications, therefore, use in reasonable doses improves mood and does not spoil the figure.

Placing a stationary or mobile point of sale in cafes, bars, cinemas or on the premises of an establishment can attract visitors and increase profits. The movement to spread popcorn as a quick snack in Europe is gaining momentum, for example, a French concept restaurant is geared to sell a single item on the menu - popcorn with different flavors. The idea of ​​the restaurant owners Christel Leflev and Natalie Nguyen calls for replacing fast food with a healthier treat. After all, the culinary variety boasts the following tastes:

• sweet;
• salty;
• The taste of basil;
• Tomato;
• Cheese;
• Truffle and nine other flavors.

Operating characteristics of devices and trolleys

The popcorn maker includes:

• Apparatus for cooking;
• Showcase;
• Caramelizer;
• Coater (optional element);
• Popcorn cart.

The last of which promotes the mobility of points of sale, helping to go beyond the same premises.

For the machine to be fully functional, it must meet the minimum design requirements to ensure safe use and high-quality results:

• Metal case;
• transparent walls;
• Thermoplex walls;
• Tempered glass walls;
• plastic dome;
• loading pipe;
• unloading pipe;
• Fan;
• air duct;
• Finished product receivers;
• storage containers;
• Metal bowl;
• Electric heating elements;
• Thermostat;
• Popcorn flake mixer;
• Ability to withstand temperatures of 200-240℃.

Apparatus classification

Popcorn makers are divided according to several criteria:

• By operating time: continuous (continuous) action and intermittent action;
• Boiler loading volume: 4 to 48 oz. At the same time, 1 ounce equals 28 grams, that is, the minimum boiler load is 112 grams, the maximum is 1350 grams;
• According to the productivity of the finished product: from 1 to 20 kilograms per hour;
• According to the intended use: industrial and local applications;
• According to the method of preparation: wet and dry;

Wet cooking uses hot oil as the cooking medium.

Dry cooking uses hot air as the cooking medium.

• According to the installation method: desktop and trolley installation.

Classification of popcorn carts

Popcorn carts are divided according to several criteria:

• According to the movement mechanism: with two wheels and two supports, with four wheels;
• By the presence of additional functionality: without additional functions, with a handle for movement, with compartments for storing products, with compartments for storing raw materials, with shelves for storing packaging material, with a cooling volume, with additional shelves for bottles.
• According to the degree of protection against atmospheric precipitation: not protected, with a visor.
• According to the intended use scenario: for indoor retail spaces, for outdoor use;
• According to the transport capacity: only the machine, the popcorn machine and cash register, the popcorn machine with a cash register and additional shelves can withstand.

Benefits withstationary (desktop installations):

• Possibility of installation of large volumes of boilers;
• Achieving maximum performance;
• Continuous and intermittent work.

Benefits of trolley machines:

• Installation mobility;
• Compactness and the ability to transport to an uncomfortable space;

Popcorn machines

Among the most popular models are:

HURAKAN HKN-PCORN

The aluminum case of the device is made in red and silver colors to attract the attention of buyers, so it is better to place it in the trading floors of cinemas, shopping and entertainment centers. Thanks to panoramic glazing, the cooking process is facilitated, there are images on the glass. The optimal one-time loading of the boiler is 150 g of grain, while the machine is specialized in the production of sweet popcorn. Productivity of HURAKAN HKN-PCORN one bowl in two minutes or 4,5 kg/h. Equipment dimensions － 510×380×680 mm and weight － 17.5 kg.

• Bright design;
• Good performance.

• Not found.

Pro WPM25 by Waring

Good design and compactness of the equipment can fit the device into a modern interior both as a desktop installation and on a trolley. The equipment is equipped with a heated bottom, while the corn flakes do not burn. Care of the equipment simplifies its complete disassembly. The Pro WPM25 has a capacity of 1.4 kg/hour with dimensions of 279×292×431.8 mm and a weight of 5.8967 kg. The device works from an electric network of 230 W.

• Design and compactness;
• Heated bottom;
• Possibility of complete disassembly of equipment.

• Not found.

Gold Medal EuroPop 08oz

The device specializes in the preparation of salty popcorn in a stylish design of the case. Dimensions Gold Metal EuroPop － 457×457×737 mm and weight － 31 kg. A single load of stainless steel cauldron holds 8 ounces, which is about 230 grams. The productivity of the equipment is high, about 160 servings of 28 grams per hour, on average it is 4.5 kg of the finished product. Power supply from the mains 220 V, with a power of 1050 W.

• Good performance;
• Small size;
• Stylish body design.

• Not found.

Cretos Profiteer 140z

The retro design of the antique style case with handwritten text on the viewing windows is combined with a red scratch-resistant coating. The system has a stainless steel frame and a nickel-plated boiler. Internal lighting provides a good overview of the process, and an automatic pump supplies popcorn oil, which reduces labor costs. Cooked popcorn is blown with hot air to maintain the optimum temperature. Single load of the boiler up to 392 g, productivity － up to 7.8 kg/h. Case dimensions － 724×559×876 mm and weight － 48 kg.

• Retro design;
• Handwritten inscription;
• Scratch resistant coating;
• Automatic pump;
• Maintaining the optimum temperature.

• Not found.

Cretos Mach5 32oz

The device is designed for a large flow of customers in relation to catering establishments. Stationary installation with dimensions 914×711×1969 mm. The elements of the frame and base are made of stainless steel, the unit is equipped with a pump for supplying oil, salt and sugar, excess moisture is blown out by an air conditioner, the design separates the finished product into separate containers. For storage of raw grain, a box is provided in the base of the structure. Inside there are 2 halogen and 2 heating lamps. Cretos Profiteer performance － up to 18 kg / h with a single load of 920 g.Power supply from the mains with a voltage of 380 V and a power of 6185 W.

• Oil, salt and sugar pumps;
• Conditioning;
• Separation of finished products into a container;
• Compartment for storing raw grain.

• Not found.

Popcorn Cart Manufacturers

Among domestic manufacturers of additional equipment for popcorn machines, there are:

• TTM (Russia).

Among foreign manufacturers of additional equipment for popcorn machines, there are:

• Foodatlas(China);
• Starfood(USA);
• Hurakan (China);
• Gold Metal(USA);
• Airhot(China)
• Cretors(USA);
• Liuben (China);
• EKSI(China);
• MSP store (China).

The leaders in the sales market for 2022 are the TTM and Foodatlas, Gold Metal, Cretors, Airhot brands. Among the TTM equipment you can find both functional devices without design frills and modern bright design. Some models combine in a set a place for the device and a showcase where you can place a cash register.

Gold Metal creates sophisticated case designs that are close to retro style. Wheels with thin rims and spokes, dark green, red, white and gold body colors and graceful hands enhance the impression.

Cretors and Starfood brands emphasize constructive and functional use, the body design of the trolleys themselves remains discreet, without excessive detailing or inscriptions.

Rating of the best popcorn carts

Cart for popcorn machine Starfood 1633005

Four-wheeled trolley in red to attract attention. The mobility of the outlet is achieved due to two large wheels and two small ones equipped with brakes. Non-ferrous durable metal body, trolley dimensions － 940×500×825 mm, and weight without apparatus － 38 kg.Starfood 1633005 can be located near the cinema, in amusement parks, near shopping centers. Cost －13081 rubles.

• Reliable design;
• A budget option;
• Four wheels;
• Bright, attractive color;
• Brakes on the front wheels.

• Lack of interesting design on the case.

Cart for popcorn machine HURAKAN HKN-PCORN-T

The bright and modern design of the trolley body and the apparatus are combined and able to attract the attention of buyers. Additional equipment is equipped with two large wheels in a golden frame with thin spokes, which fits into the style concept. The front legs act as a support during site installation. The aluminum alloy body of the trolley has an antique lettering "POPCORN", which makes the design more elegant and attractive. HURAKAN HKN-PCORN-T can be placed on the territory of theaters, restaurants or for street trade. Construction dimensions － 940×450×1540 mm and weight － 34.5 kg. Cost － 15022－23234 rubles.

• Bright and modern design;
• Convenient trolley height;
• Compartments for storing packaging;
• Containers for storing products.

• Not found.

FOODATLAS VC-600 Cart for popcorn machine

The VC-600 cart is equipped with four wheels for easy positioning at the influx of customers. The case is painted red with stickers symbolizing the specifics of the product being sold. The trolley has thought out containers for storing packaging material and raw materials. The front wheels contribute to a smoother movement, and the overall dimensions of 750×600×770 mm － fit even in tight spaces.The cost of the VC-600 cart from the Foodatlas brand is 17,600 rubles.

• Four wheels;
• Bright design;
• Compartment for storing packaging;
• Compartment for storage of raw materials.

• Not found.

AirHot Pop-6WC

The mobile trolley is made of aluminium, the trolley is equipped with a popcorn maker. The trolley has two wheels and two legs as a stop. The body is made in bright red color, the wheels are accentuated in the form of pink spokes. The equipment is equipped with a tray for collecting raw grains and a handle, and there is also a storage cavity. Overall dimensions of the unit － 1500×920×1565 mm and weight － 30 kg together with the apparatus. The cost of the kit is 35723 rubles.

• Bright color;
• Tray for raw grains;
• Lightweight structures;
• Complete with device.

• Not found

Cart for popcorn showcase ТТМ Last Minute

A bright and easy-to-use trolley from the TTM brand makes the point of sale not only mobile, but also gives additional functions due to the cooled compartment in the trolley body. Four durable wheels withstand the load of the trolley, showcase, machine and refrigerated volume, designed for 60 bottles. The bottom of the trolley is designed with a slope so that the bottles do not roll over the surface, but are fixed at one edge, while the cooled compartment has a viewing window made of plexiglass. On the side of the trolley there are shelves for bottles in the amount of two pieces, which in total contain 10 pieces. The top is equipped with three glass dispensers. The design of the trolley is bright and inviting, the main colors are red and yellow, the walls of the trolley are pasted over with thematic images. TTM Last Minute trolley dimensions － 1500×750×2030 mm, weight － 89 kg.Cost － 166,899 rubles.

• Stylish design;
• Four wheels;
• Large capacity cooling tank;
• Shelves for bottles with a capacity of 10 pieces;
• 3 glass dispensers.

• Not found.

Trolley Gold Medal 2659CWP

An elegant trolley from the Gold Metal brand is made in small overall dimensions of 460 × 410 × 790 mm. Compactness increases convenience for use in interior spaces of retail or entertainment establishments, restaurants and cafes. The design is equipped with large wheels in a silver frame with thin spokes. The golden color of the handle mounts is an accent. The body of the equipment is white, does not contain inscriptions, is made in a concise and minimalistic version, but corresponds to the design in retro style. The white front legs play the role of a support when installed on the ground. The weight of the Gold Medal 2659HG is － 15 kg, which makes the cart easy to maneuver. Cost - 40,787 rubles.

• Laconic design;
• Handle for moving»
• Lightweight designs.

• Cost for a limited functional range.

Trolley Gold Medal 2659HG

The stylish trolley from the Gold Metal brand has a small size of 460 × 410 × 790 cm, which makes it compact and convenient for use in the interior spaces of cinemas, shopping centers, restaurants and cafes. The trolley is equipped with large wheels in a gold-silver frame with thin spokes, which are combined with the golden color of the handle fasteners. The body of the trolley is green with the inscription "Popcorn" also framed in gold, the lettering style corresponds to the design in retro style. The green front legs play the role of a support when installed on the ground.The weight of the Gold Medal 2659HG is － 15 kg, which makes the cart easy to maneuver. Cost － 44 911 rubles.

• Stylish and elegant case design;
• Handle for moving;
• Lightweight designs.

• Cost for small functionality.

FOODATLAS VC-608 Cart for popcorn machine

The mobile trolley comes as an addition to the popcorn maker 1633013. The equipment is equipped with a handle, two large wheels and two small ones, they are made in black and white colors. The body of the trolley is designed in a bright, attractive design with images. At the same time, the trolley is equipped with a canopy, which allows you to save products. The trolley has large containers for storing raw materials and space for auxiliary equipment. Trolley FOODATLAS VC-608 with overall dimensions of 1560 × 527 × 794 mm and cost － 75,999 rubles.

• Handle for moving;
• Four wheels;
• Large storage compartments;
• Bright design;
• Canopy for weather protection.

• Not found.

Making and selling popcorn is not a bad business idea. And special carts for popcorn will help in its implementation.