Stop losing 30% of your revenue to the "no spare change" problem. In 2026, friction is the enemy of profit.    For decades, the pub pool table or dartboard relied on a pocket full of coins. But as we move further into 2026, cash is becoming a rarity. Barclaycard reported that in 2023, 93.4% of all in-store transactions under £100 were contactless. If your gaming equipment still requires physical coins, you aren't just stuck in tradition, you're ignoring the modern consumer.

The "Friction" Problem: Why Cash is Costing You

The moment a customer has to ask a busy bartender for "change for a tenner" is the moment you risk losing a sale. If the bar is three-deep, that customer will likely walk away.

At Home Leisure Direct, we recognised this trend early and developed contactless solutions designed specifically for the hospitality industry. Our 9-month trial, analyzing over 50 pool tables, revealed a staggering truth: contactless payment tables generated an average revenue increase of 125% compared to cash-only tables.

"Invisible Tech": Revenue That Works While You Don't

The goal of the modern venue owner is to generate revenue that doesn't require constant staff intervention. This is what we call "Invisible Tech."

Our Signature Tournament Contactless Pool Table is the perfect example. It uses a unique system that removes the need for permanent under-table power (which can be incredibly expensive to retrofit) by using a robust, rechargeable battery.

• Automatic Connectivity: The readers roam mobile networks for the best connection, ensuring you never miss a play due to flaky Wi-Fi.

• Real-Time Reporting: An online portal allows your staff to see battery levels and current earnings in real-time.

• Direct Takings: Revenue is sent directly to your bank via BACS, removing the security risk of table break-ins and the chore of counting change.

Download the 2026 Commercial Brochure Now or give our commercial team a call to discuss which product could work for your venue.

The Numbers: Cash vs. Contactless

When you look at the annual profit potential, the choice becomes a "no-brainer":

• Cash Pool Tables: Average 14 plays per day, resulting in roughly £5,110 per year.

• Contactless Tables: Average 26 plays per day, resulting in roughly £14,235 per year. That is an extra £9,125 in annual profit simply by changing the way your customers pay.

Smarter Games, Higher Margins    

This frictionless approach extends across our entire range. From Augmented Reality Darts that handle all the scoring and player rotations automatically, to Digital Shuffleboard with camera-tracked pucks, we take the "math" out of the game so your customers can focus on the fun, and the bar.

By removing the friction, you increase the frequency of play. When it’s as easy as a "tap" to start the next round, customers don't think twice about playing again.

Stop Leaving Money on the Table

In a high-cost environment, you cannot afford to have equipment that makes it difficult for customers to spend money. Whether you want to purchase outright or explore our Lease Rental options starting from £45 per week, we can get you earning immediately.

Ready to see how much your venue could be earning with contactless tech?

Download the 2026 Commercial Brochure Now or give our commercial team a call to discuss which product could work for your venue.