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Coffee in the workplace is often seen as a perk—but what if it’s actually a cost-saving strategy?
From reduced café runs to increased in-house efficiency, the right coffee solution can have a measurable financial impact. In this post, we break down the real numbers, studies, and reasons why investing in an in-office coffee machine isn't just good for morale—it’s good for your bottom line.
💸 The Cost of Café Runs
Employees love their morning coffee—but those quick café trips are adding up more than you think.
According to a survey by WorkMeter, the average employee spends around 15–20 minutes per coffee break off-site, which can result in 65+ hours lost per employee per year. Multiply that across your team, and you're looking at hundreds of hours of paid time lost annually.
Factor in that the average café coffee costs $4–5 per cup, and the total cost becomes significant.
☕ Brewed In-House = Lower Per-Cup Cost
By offering high-quality coffee in-house, companies can reduce cost per cup by up to 60%, especially when using a smart rental model.
Here’s how it breaks down:
| Café Coffee | BrewLease Pay-Per-Cup | |
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| Avg. Cost per Cup | $4.50 | 60% cheaper |
| Time per Break | 15–20 mins | 1–2 mins |
| Travel Required | Yes | No |
| Employee Satisfaction | High | High (with better access) |
The difference? BrewLease provides the same café-style drinks—without the hidden costs of time, travel, or waste.
🛠️ No Capital Costs, No Maintenance Bills
Traditional coffee machine ownership comes with high upfront costs, repair fees, and ongoing maintenance hassles. With BrewLease, you skip the capital investment entirely.
Our all-inclusive rental model means:
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No large equipment purchase
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No repair or service bills
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No consumable overordering or waste
You're only paying for what you use—nothing more.
📈 Small Change, Big ROI
Workplace perks don’t have to break the bank. In fact, strategic perks like in-office coffee can deliver meaningful returns:
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Improved retention (employees feel valued)
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Fewer interruptions (reduced off-site trips)
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Higher productivity (more time focused on work)
When measured across the year, even small savings per employee can scale into thousands of dollars for your business.
🔄 Why BrewLease?
BrewLease takes the guesswork and risk out of offering premium coffee at work. Our pay-per-cup coffee machine rental service gives your team the quality they want, with the control your finance team loves.
✅ No contracts or upfront costs
✅ Commercial-grade, bean-to-cup machines
✅ Full servicing & support included
✅ Transparent pricing, only pay for what’s used
In short: better coffee, lower costs, no stress.
Let BrewLease help you save smart—one cup at a time.