# Mini ATM Machines The Piggy Bank of the Millennium By Noora Abu Eitah | Published 2008-08-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-atm-machine-the-piggy-bank-of-the-millennium References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/home_improvement/your_very_own_atm_at_home.php) & [iwantoneofthose](http://www.iwantoneofthose.com/new-arrivals/atm-bank/index.html?awc=1202_1217514904_939c7357bafc62c5a9a029a434cce822) The portable, [mini home ATM](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualsided-atm) takes [piggy banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocbc-myown-account) to a new level. It keeps record of how much hard cash you deposited and lets you withdraw money by using your card and entering your PIN, just like with a real bank ATM machine. This product is suitable for [ages 8 years+](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-wallet-for-kids) and can be bought online for about $25. No more "out of service" messages, this ATM machine will never disappoint you... that is, unless you are broke. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mini ATM Machines:** Personalized, portable, and affordable ATM machines for home use are gaining popularity, providing easy access to money management. - **Disruptive Home Banking:** The rise of mini home ATM machines is disrupting traditional banking systems, providing individuals with personalized and convenient banking solutions. - **Tech-savvy Piggy Banks:** Mini ATM machines represent the latest trend in the evolution of piggy banks, transforming them into tech-savvy devices that teach kids about money management. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Personal Finance:** Mini home ATM machines represent a disruptive innovation in the personal finance industry, providing individuals with a personalized and convenient money management solution. - **Consumer Electronics:** The rise of mini home ATM machines is creating new opportunities for consumer electronics manufacturers to develop innovative and affordable banking devices. - **Education:** Mini ATM machines are transforming piggy banks into an educational tool, providing kids with a fun and interactive way to learn money management skills. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kintsugi-Inspired Piggy Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penny-piggy-bank.md) - [Vending Machine Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vending-machine-toy.md) - [Paper-Made Piggy Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-piggy-bank.md) - [Sausage Roll Distribution Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmmm.md) - [Cash Recycling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cl-compact-cash-recycler.md) - [Sausage Snack ATMs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greggs-and-monzo.md) - [Fake ATM Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fake-atm.md) - [Underwater Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-vending-machine.md) - [Wishing Well-Inspired Coin Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coin-bank-concept.md)