# Money-Saving Candy Machines The Smart Planet Gummy Candy Maker Lets Kids DIY Their Own Treats By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-25 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-maker References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2016/02/25/gummy-candy-maker-3/122376) & [amzn](http://amzn.com/B01A0MYA6M) An increase in time on digital devices has many children not playing as much as yesteryear, so the Smart Planet Gummy Candy Maker is designed to help get them using their hands. Satisfying parents in several ways, the candy machine encourages kids to [create their own candy flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/itsugar-chewsyourmix), manufacture them by hand and have mind-stimulating fun the whole time. Although the Smart Planet Gummy Candy Maker might seem like a great way to encourage kids to increase their sugar intake, it can also be augmented to be healthier. [Alternative sweeteners and natural coloring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-smartsweets-products) can be used in place of sugar and artificial colors to create treats that aren't as bad for their stomachs and teeth. Best of all, the candy machine helps save money spent at the convenience store. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Candy-making:** The rise of DIY culture among children opens up opportunities for businesses to create easy-to-use candy-making kits. - **Healthier Candy Alternatives:** Alternative sweeteners and natural coloring can be used in place of sugar and artificial colors to create candy that is not only cheaper, but also healthier and better for a child's health. - **Hands-on Playtime:** As children spend more time on digital devices, there is an opportunity to create toys and games that encourage hands-on playtime. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can tap into the demand for healthy, customizable candy-making kits, offering alternatives to traditional candy. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can develop products that promote hands-on playtime and stimulate creativity. - **Education and Learning:** Education and learning institutions can incorporate candy-making as a fun and engaging way to teach science and math concepts to children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Sugar Plant-Powered Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yumy-candy.md) - [Buildable Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummy-lunchables.md) - [Smart Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-vending-machines.md) - [Plant-Based Low-Sugar Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-thingz.md) - [Vending Machine Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vending-machine-toy.md) - [Playful Gummy Bear Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummy-bear-kit.md) - [Customized Candy Mix Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/itsugar-chewsyourmix.md) - [Gamified Recycling Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-container.md) - [Edible Slime Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slime-candy.md)