How do I win at a claw machine?

Question

I saw this olympic bear I wanted and I spent $50 at the machine and did not get it. I been playing for years and spent $600-$700 and have not won yet. I called the company and they say the bear costs $199.95 for one. No one can win at the claw machines in our Wal-Mart store.

Answer 1

they are rip offs but how come i won a dolphin puppet hmmm yeah boy!!

Answer 2

why dont you just buy one at the store durr

Answer 3

You are an idiot.  NO ONE wins at those things, don't you know? just stop before you gamble away everything!

Answer 4

Count your losses and move on. Save your money!

Answer 5

I've won at every single claw machine I've ever seen.

The trick, is to look at the claw.  If it's three prongs, it's ok.  If it's two, its a waste of money.  Then look for the toy that's the most loose.  Look for one not buried underneath a bunch of other ones, one that's in plain sight.  Then position it so that the claw is in the middle, ready to grasp the body.

Always plan what you're getting before you put in the money.  Trust me, I always win, and it becomes easy.

Answer 6

their rip-offs

dont play'em

Answer 7

dont waste your money

Answer 8

Stand around and watch the game for a while, watch who plays it. Make note of when people win and when they don't.

You'll see the pattern pop up eventually.

Answer 9

DUH.  The stuffed animals they put in there are meant to be too big and heavy for that claw to pick up.

Answer 10

This is a game of chance.  Much like gambling.  The claw is created to not clasp on tightly to the target, in this case the stuffed animal.  There is a certain number of times in between that the claw will grip tightly.  As another answerer said earlier to your question, watch other people play.  Count the number of times they play (this will take all day, maybe more, depending on how busy the machine is, so it's probably not worth it.)  Then, after that many times is played next time, try to be the one to play.  The claw will grip tightly, and you'll get the bear.  I would just buy the bear, but that is just me.  Personally, I can't stand parting with my money, unless I know for sure I will get something.  Hope this info helps!

Answer 11

Hire a small child to climb in the machine  & get it for you

Answer 12

I win claw machines all the time...but I dont know exactly how I do it....I wish I could tell you...but it is truly a talent!

Answer 13

the best way to do it is to go for something that sits up a little higher and has some way of getting a grip, if the hook actually sits down a little you will have a better chance, I know it seems impossible but it's not, I spent $3 the other day on the machine to get what I wanted, it's all about position and timing, good luck

Answer 14

look fo a video on youtube

search how to win on the claw machine

also the claw machine is a game about luck