How to Use the Coin Machine at Walmart: Fees, Limits, etc

Coin Machines at Walmart

Walmart offers Coinstar coin machines at most locations. You can typically find the kiosk near the front of the store.^[1]

You can find a machine near you using Coinstar’s kiosk locator.

Note that Coinstar kiosks don’t roll coins — you can only exchange your coins at the kiosk.^[1]

Walmart does sell coin wrappers in stores and online if you’d prefer to wrap your coins and take them to a bank.^[1]

We contacted Walmart stores in Colorado, Michigan, and South Carolina to confirm the availability of Coinstar; all locations we spoke with had coin counting machines available.

Fees

Coinstar charges an 11.9% processing fee for most coin-counting transactions.^[2]

If you choose to exchange your coins for a gift card rather than cash, most Coinstar kiosks will waive the fee.^[2][1]

Limits

Coinstar accepts large amounts of coins, but if you think you have more than $3,000 in coins, it’s best to contact Coinstar customer service at (800) 928-2274 for assistance rather than using a kiosk.^[2]

Unacceptable Coins

Coinstar doesn’t require you to count or roll your coins before using the kiosk.

However, there are some coins it won’t accept:

• 1943 steel U.S. pennies
• Bent or damaged coins
• Commemorative coins
• Eisenhower silver dollars
• Foreign (non-U.S.) coins
• Tokens

It’s also best to ensure your coins are free of debris (such as dirt and lint) before using the kiosk.^[2]

Exchange Options

You can exchange your coins for the following options with Coinstar:^[3]

Cash

If you choose this option, you’ll receive a voucher you can cash in at the store’s checkout or customer service desk.^[4]

eGift Card

As noted above, Coinstar will waive your fees if you choose a gift card. The machine will print a paper with your gift card code.

Available brands include Amazon, Cabela’s, Domino’s, GameStop, Lowe’s, Roblox, and more.^[5]

Charity

Charity options include The American Red Cross, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Feeding America, the NAACP, and the World Wildlife Fund, among others.^[6]

If you choose to donate your coins to charity, you’ll receive a tax-deductible receipt.^[2]