DIY Phone Case Printer: Earn Over 30K Monthly in Malls—This Project is a Total Game-Changer!

Still selling phone cases at traditional stalls?
Get with the times—young people today don’t just want cheap deals. They crave personalization + speed + an immersive experience!

This DIY phone case printer, which took Hong Kong’s electronics expo by storm, generated over 30,000 yuan in monthly revenue after a pilot launch in top-tier malls. Low investment, fast ROI, and super simple to operate.

What is it? A self-service machine that “makes money”

Don’t be fooled by its appearance—it’s not just another vending machine. It’s:

A self-service terminal that lets customers “design on the spot and print phone cases instantly”!

 

Users simply:

Select their phone model

Upload designs (selfies, cartoons, couple photos, pet pics… anything goes!)

Preview results in real-time with full freedom to add text and adjust colors

After payment, the machine automatically prints and “presses” the case

In 3-5 minutes, a one-of-a-kind phone case is in your hands!

It’s like bringing a “phone case factory” right into the mall!

Why is earning over ¥30,000 monthly so effortless?

Take real deployment data from one unit in a Hangzhou mall atrium (partner kiosk):

Item Performance Data
Average Daily Orders 35–50 (Peak weekends: 80+)
Single Case Price ¥69–¥99 (flexible pricing)
Daily Revenue Approx. ¥2,500 (¥4,000+ during peak season)
Monthly Revenue (30 days) ¥75,000+
Costs (Materials + Rent + Depreciation) Approx. ¥40,000
Net Profit ¥30,000–¥35,000+

No staff required
No inventory stockpiling
Customers design their own cases for full engagement
Why is it so popular? Core advantages in four words: New, Unique, Fast, Profitable
Personalization

Every phone case is uniquely designed by the customer—far superior to generic online store options.

Immersive Experience

Couples create commemorative cases, friends snap photos for social media, kids draw designs—your space instantly becomes a traffic magnet.

Lightning Speed

Traditional custom cases require shipping or days to complete. This machine delivers finished products in minutes—ready to take home immediately.

High Profit Margin

Cases costing just a few yuan to produce sell for 69–99 yuan, yielding over 80% gross profit—essentially “print one, earn one.”

🛠 How Simple Is Operation?

Just master these 3 steps to reap rewards effortlessly:

Secure Prime Locations: Malls, subway exits, campuses, tourist spots, trendy markets, or cinema entrances are ideal.

Set up the machine: The system is user-friendly with remote backend management—track sales via your phone.

Restock supplies regularly: Blank phone cases + printing ink + protective films are supplied by the operating company.

No tech skills? The manufacturer provides after-sales support + operational training.
No design skills? Customers upload their own patterns—no hands-on work needed.

What are the startup costs?
Cost Item Amount (Reference)
Equipment Purchase ¥18,000 ~ ¥28,000 / unit (depending on configuration)
Location Rent ¥3,000 ~ ¥10,000 / month (varies by city and location)
Consumables Cost Approx. ¥5~10 per order
Other Operational Expenses Varies by situation
Payback Period Fastest 1–2 months!
Who is this suitable for?

Young entrepreneurs seeking low-risk startups

Retailers operating mall stores looking to add traffic channels

Newcomers entering smart retail or unmanned economy sectors

Teams developing cultural creations, IP merchandise, or trendy toys

Future Expansion Opportunities:

IP collaborations (anime, celebrities, holiday themes)

Expand to tablet cases, AirPods cases, iPad sleeves

Integrate photo-printing packages, AR interactions

Ad monetization:循环播放商场/品牌广告

Bottom line:

One machine = a personalized factory + a revenue stream + a traffic gateway

Low investment, easy operation, fast ROI—**shopping mall deployments proven to earn 30,000+ monthly**—no exaggeration!