At our Billiards Direct San Diego game room store, we are often asked, “How much is an arcade machine?”

The short answer is that most modern arcade machines cost between $1,000 to $3,000.

The price for an arcade cabinet varies depending on the machine’s size, how many controllers are built-in, and several other factors.

In this guide, we will explain the three most-common arcade-machine price ranges, so you’ll be able to choose the best arcade cabinet for your needs.

Arcade Machines for Under $1,000

Arcade machines at the sub-$1,000 price range include bartop arcade machines.

These entry level arcade cabinet units are comparatively small when measured against their full-size counterparts.

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Bartop arcade machines are compact, easy to store, and include medium-to-large size screens, a sound system, authentic controls, and 100+ games.

Arcade Machines Between $1,000 – $2,000

In this price range you can get a much larger cabinet, more controller options, and a wider selection of arcade machine styles.

You can choose from a bartop arcade machine, a cocktail table arcade machine, and even a full-size arcade machine.

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These arcade machines offer up to 600+ games, include high-resolution monitors, amplified audio systems, and dual controller sets.

Arcade Machines for $2,000 and Beyond

Arcade cabinets within this price point are generally considered “the best of the best.”

Full-size arcade machines have 3,000+ built-in games, can accommodate up to four players, and have the option for trackball controllers.

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These high-end arcade machines feature widescreen high-definition digital monitors, amplified digital audio systems, functional coin slots, and custom lighting.