Bouncy Houses vs. Hoop Trailers: Which Event Business Will Actually Make You Money?
Bouncy Houses vs. Hoop Trailers: Which Event Business Will Actually Make You Money?
If you’re looking to start an event rental business in 2025, chances are you’ve seen the usual options: bouncy houses, balloon arches, or maybe even game trucks. But here’s the truth…
Most of those businesses are overcrowded, seasonal, and slow to pay off. Inflatable bounce houses wear out, game trucks require constant tech upkeep, and décor companies spend hours setting up just to make a few hundred bucks.
Hoop Trailer flips the script.
With a turnkey arcade basketball trailer, you can:
Earn $400+ per event (4 hours), with $100/hour for each extra hour.
Book 2–4 events per weekend, easily clearing $1,500–$2,500 in just two days.
Offer something unique that breweries, schools, festivals, and companies haven’t seen a hundred times before.
You don’t need a business degree. You don’t need employees. And you don’t need to compete in a market where everyone and their neighbor is renting inflatables for cheap.
We’re building trailers for cities nationwide—and our goal is 100 locations by 2027. That means spots are filling fast.
If you’ve ever wanted to start your own business (or just earn serious side hustle cash), now is the time to lock in your city before someone else does.
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Bouncy Houses vs. Hoop Trailers: Which Event Business Will Actually Make You Money?
If you’re exploring the event rental industry, you’ve likely looked at bouncy houses, balloon décor, game trucks, or mobile bars. While those businesses can work, the reality is that most are crowded markets, hard to scale, and slow to generate profit.
In 2025, savvy entrepreneurs are looking for something different—something that actually makes money without requiring a huge investment or years of trial and error. Enter the Hoop Trailer: a mobile arcade basketball trailer designed for festivals, breweries, schools, and private parties.
Here’s how it stacks up against the competition.
The Numbers: Hoop Trailer vs. Bouncy Houses & More
Bouncy Houses
Average rental: $150–$300 per day
Equipment lifespan: 1–2 years with heavy use
Requires multiple sizes/themes to stay competitive
Highly weather-dependent (wind and rain can cancel bookings)
Extremely saturated market
Game Trucks
Startup costs: $80,000–$150,000
Constant tech maintenance (TVs, consoles, generators)
Bookings typically $400–$600 per event, but high overhead and fuel costs
Balloon Décor Companies
Highly labor-intensive (hours of setup and teardown)
Average profit margin: 20–30% after materials and labor
Difficult to scale without hiring staff
Hoop Trailer
Startup cost: Significantly lower than most trucks and bars
Average booking: $400 for 4 hours + $100/hour extra
Minimal overhead: One trailer, no staff required
All-ages appeal: Perfect for breweries, schools, festivals, and corporate events
Booked 2–4 times per weekend = $1,500–$2,500 in revenue
Unlike bouncy houses or décor companies, a Hoop Trailer holds its value long-term and can be sold or licensed if you decide to grow—or exit.
Why Hoop Trailers Dominate the Event Market
Unique & Shareable – Guests love posting their arcade basketball games on social media, giving you free marketing every time your trailer shows up.
Flexible – Works year-round, indoors and outdoors, unlike inflatables that are weather-sensitive.
Turnkey Business Model – Branding, website, Google Business listing, and training are provided. You focus on bookings and events.
Scalable – Start with one trailer, then expand into neighboring cities or add more trailers to double your income.
Lower Risk – Less competition, faster ROI, and a physical asset that retains value.
Lock In Your City Before Someone Else Does
We’re already operating in 23 cities and expect to reach 100 locations by 2027. Territories are exclusive, so once your city is taken, it’s gone.
If you’ve been thinking about starting your own event rental business—or you’re tired of seeing others take the best opportunities in your area—now is the time to act.
Contact us today to see if your city is available
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