Vendera Core vs Apex vs Atlas vs Arctic: Which Vendera Cooler Fits
Updated September 30, 2026 · By Cedric, Smart Cooler Supply
Vendera makes four AI smart coolers: the Core, a standard single-door cooler; the Apex, a taller single-door cooler with an optional LCD ad display; the Arctic, a single-door freezer; and the Atlas, a double-door cooler for high-traffic locations. All four use Vendera’s AI checkout, cashless payment and the Vendera VMS. The differences are size, temperature and doors.
Vendera models side by side
| Core | Apex | Arctic | Atlas | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model number | LC-510 | LC-605 | LD-315 | LC-1160 |
| Availability | In stock | Pre-Order · Project Only | Out of stock until December | Out of stock until December |
| Type | Single-door cooler | Tall single-door cooler (LCD ad display optional) | Single-door freezer | Double-door cooler |
| Temperature range | 32°F to 71.6°F | 32°F to 71.6°F | −13°F to 71.6°F | 32°F to 50°F |
| Shelves | 6 + 1 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| Product capacity | 400+ products | 470+ products | 240+ products | 672+ products |
| Volume | 135 gal | 160 gal | 83 gal | 260 gal |
| Net weight | 222.7 lb | 220.5 lb | 244.7 lb | 368.17 lb |
| Noise | 45 dB | 55 dB | 45 dB | Under 55 dB |
| LCD display | No LCD option | LCD option available (24.7 in) | No LCD option | No LCD option |
| Approx. width × height | 29 × 79 in | 29 × 87 in | 24 × 81 in | 49 × 80 in |
| Door glass | Double-pane insulated | Low-E | Low-E | Mirrored, anti-fog, Low-E coated |
| Price at Smart Cooler Supply | $3,649 | $5,149 | $4,149 | $6,449 |
| Shipping (flat, continental US) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $400 |
Specifications are from the lineup on vendera.ai and Vendera’s published Core and Atlas spec sheets. Prices are ours and exclude shipping, which is a flat $350 per cooler ($400 for the double-door Atlas) to the continental US.
What every Vendera cooler shares
- AI checkout. Customers tap to unlock, take what they want, and close the door. Cameras identify what was taken and the card is charged automatically. Vendera’s spec sheets state 99.5% AI accuracy, and its terms of use describe accuracy of over 99% with a dispute process for the occasional misread.
- Cashless payment. Vendera’s spec sheets list tap-to-pay (NFC) and chip. No cash.
- Cellular connectivity. Vendera’s spec sheets list built-in cellular, so the cooler doesn’t depend on the location’s Wi-Fi.
- Vendera VMS and mobile app for live sales, inventory, restocking and pricing. See the Vendera app and VMS.
- The same fees: $40 a month plus 5.85% processing, with no per-transaction fee on credit cards and $0.22 per debit card transaction. See Vendera prices and fees.
- The same warranty from us: 2 years on the machine and 5 years on the compressor.
Which Vendera cooler fits your location
Vendera Core: the default choice
The Core is the entry point to the lineup and fits most offices, gyms, apartment lobbies and breakrooms. It runs on a standard 110V outlet, and Vendera says it fits through standard doorways. Pick the Core unless you need frozen items, a display, or double-door capacity. Vendera Core LC-510
Vendera Apex: more height and an optional screen
The Apex is about 8 inches taller than the Core and offers an optional LCD ad display. It suits locations where a bigger, more visible cooler helps sell, such as hotel lobbies and busy workplaces. Check your ceiling height and path in before choosing it. The Apex is available for pre-order on a project-only basis. Vendera Apex LC-605
Vendera Arctic: frozen food and ice cream
The Arctic is Vendera’s freezer, reaching −13°F. Use it for ice cream, frozen meals and other frozen items, often next to a Core that handles drinks and fresh food. It’s the narrowest model at about 24 inches wide. Vendera Arctic LD-315
Vendera Atlas: high traffic and big assortments
The Atlas has two independent doors, 10 gravity-fed shelves and a single payment reader. It’s built for warehouses, hospitals, campuses and large workplaces where one single-door cooler sells out. At about 49 inches wide, measure the spot and doorways first. Vendera Atlas LC-1160
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Vendera Core and Apex?
Both are single-door coolers with a 32°F to 71.6°F range. The Apex is about 8 inches taller (about 87 inches versus 79) and offers an optional LCD ad display. The Core has 6 + 1 shelves; the Apex has 5.
Does Vendera make a freezer?
Yes. The Vendera Arctic LD-315 is a single-door AI freezer that reaches −13°F.
Which Vendera cooler is the largest?
The Atlas LC-1160, a double-door cooler about 49 inches wide with 10 shelves.
Is the Vendera VD-5S the same as the Core?
Some dealers list the Core under the name VD-5S. The current Vendera model number for the Core is LC-510.
Do all Vendera coolers have the same fees?
Yes. Every model carries $40 a month plus 5.85% processing, with no per-transaction fee on credit cards and $0.22 per debit card transaction.
Not sure which fits? Request a quote with your location type and daily traffic and we’ll recommend a model. You can also compare brands in Vendera vs HAHA.