Yes, many Walmart locations have Coinstar kiosks where you can turn your loose change into cash, eGift cards, or donate to charity.
Here’s how to use a Coinstar machine at Walmart:
- Find a kiosk: Look for the signature green Coinstar machine, often located near the checkout or customer service area.
- Choose your option: You can select to receive cash (with a fee), choose a no-fee eGift Card, or donate to charity.
- Pour in your coins: Open the tray, add your coins (removing any dirt or debris), and gently guide them into the counting slot using the handle.
- Get your voucher/receipt: After the machine finishes counting, you’ll receive a voucher to redeem for cash at the checkout or customer service, or a gift card code if you chose that option.
- Fees: Coinstar typically charges a fee (up to 12.9% + $0.99) for converting coins to cash. However, choosing certain eGift cards or donating to charity are often fee-free options.
- Check availability: While many Walmart stores have Coinstar machines, it’s always a good idea to confirm availability at your specific location by calling ahead or checking online.
What is the best way to get rid of coins?
To exchange your coins for cash, you can either visit your bank or credit union, use a Coinstar machine, or roll the coins yourself. The key is choosing the right method based on how much time you want to invest and what fees you’re willing to pay.
How much does Coinstar take out of $100?
Good point! Calculate Coinstar’s Fee
Coinstar’s fee is currently set at 11.9 percent of the value of the coins you’re exchanging. Basically: That’s nearly $12 for every $100 in coins you feed to the machine. You’d have to guess how much change you have accumulated to calculate the Coinstar fee.
What machine gives you cash for coins?
Get cash for your coins at Coinstar. Coinstar kiosks in the U.S. offer many services but do not exchange gift cards or foreign currency.