“I’m not sure how to choose a banknote counter that suits our business.”
Does this sound familiar?
You may have searched for “recommended banknote counters” or looked at websites and suppliers offering banknote counters, yet still found it difficult to decide which model to choose.
Choosing the right banknote counter depends on your industry, business type, and how you plan to use it. First, determine whether you need only a note count, the total value of mixed denominations, or the ability to handle foreign currencies.
In this article, the cash-handling equipment brand MORICASH, operated by Mori Co., Ltd., explains how to select a model for your needs.
Main Types of Banknote Counters and Their Features
Before explaining how to choose a banknote counter, let’s look at the main types. Note counting, value counting, counterfeit detection, and the number of pockets are separate features, and their combinations vary by model.
1: Basic Note-Counting Models
These basic models count the number of banknotes. They are suited to checking note quantities after separating banknotes by denomination. The availability and methods of counterfeit detection vary by model.
2: Banknote Counters with Counterfeit Detection
These models use sensors such as UV (ultraviolet), MG (magnetic), and IR (infrared) to check banknote features. Confirm the supported currencies and detection methods, and establish a procedure for checking banknotes when an alert appears.
3: Denomination Recognition and Value-Counting Models
These models use CIS and other sensors to identify banknote denominations and display counts by denomination or the total value. If you want to calculate the total value of different denominations together, check whether the model supports mixed-denomination counting.
4: Two-Pocket Banknote Sorters (1+1 Pockets)
These models have a reject pocket that can separate banknotes requiring further checks into a different pocket. They are worth considering for settings such as service counters where banknotes are processed in groups. The conditions for rejecting notes and stopping the count vary by model and operating mode.
How to Choose the Right Model for Your Application
Banknote counter sales and comparison websites often highlight features such as hopper capacity, counting speed, counterfeit detection, and ease of use.
| Key Feature | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Hopper capacity | The number of banknotes that can be loaded at one time. Check whether the capacity suits your daily processing volume, including how often you will need to reload the hopper. |
| Counting speed | The number of banknotes processed in 1 minute. This is an important consideration in industries where notes need to be counted quickly and efficiency is a priority. |
| Counterfeit detection technology | Detection methods such as ultraviolet (UV), infrared (IR), and magnetic (MG) sensing. Check which methods are included and which currencies are supported. Do not determine a banknote’s authenticity from a machine alert alone; carry out the necessary checks. |
| Ease of use | Look at how easy the machine is to operate and maintain, and whether beginners can use it comfortably. |
These basic specifications matter. To make effective use of a banknote counter in your business, however, it is important to choose a model that fits your industry, job requirements, and specific applications.
Here are 3 points to check according to how you plan to use the machine.
Point 1: Suitability for Extended Continuous Use
Businesses that use banknote counters frequently, such as currency exchange offices, pachinko parlors, and jewelry stores, need a model that suits their daily processing volume. Consider not only counting speed, but also how notes are loaded and removed, and how banknotes requiring further checks are handled.
If your business frequently processes banknotes in bulk, consider the MORICASH M165, a 1+1-pocket model with a reject pocket. It is suited to workflows that require banknotes needing further checks to be separated during processing.
Point 2: Frequent Handling of Foreign Currencies
Businesses and events that attract overseas customers, such as airports, resorts, duty-free shops, and hotels, may need to count foreign banknotes. If you handle several foreign currencies, choose a model that supports the currencies you use.
If you are considering a multi-currency banknote counter, the MORICASH M55 is an option. The features you need will depend on whether you only want to count foreign banknotes or also identify denominations and calculate their total value. If you plan to feed banknotes from different currencies together, confirm the supported currencies and counting modes before choosing a model.
Point 3: Quickly Checking the Number of Banknotes
If you only need to quickly check the number of banknotes received from a customer, a model focused on note counting is worth considering. If notes are managed separately by denomination, compare ease of operation and counting speed as well.
If compact size and speed are priorities, consider the MORICASH M30. It has a lightweight 5.2 kg body and 3 selectable counting speeds.
If you want to check the total value of sales takings consisting of Japanese-yen banknotes in mixed denominations, consider a model that supports mixed-denomination counting, such as the MORICASH M40.
Why Durability and Stability Matter
In workplaces where banknote counters are used daily, paper jams and interruptions to counting can affect subsequent reconciliation. When comparing models, also check how easy it is to clean and inspect the feeding mechanism.
1: Caring for the Feeding Mechanism and Rollers
Creases, dirt on banknotes, and the condition of the feeding mechanism can affect how notes are fed. Before purchasing, check the routine care requirements. During use, clean the machine according to the instruction manual for that model.
2: Ease of Operation in Your Actual Workflow
It is also important to check whether notes are easy to load, results are easy to read, and the steps to follow when an alert appears are clear. Tell the supplier about your typical banknote volume and condition, and review the operating process before choosing a model.
3: Scope of Specifications and Certifications
If you want to check safety or certifications, ask the supplier for documentation that applies to the model you are considering. Certification and the absence of paper jams or breakdowns are separate matters.
The Importance of After-Sales Support
When purchasing a banknote counter, it is also important to check the arrangements for repairs and software updates. Knowing the contact details and applicable fees makes it easier to seek help when needed.
When considering MORICASH’s banknote counters, check the following 5 points as well.
① Repair Inquiries During the Warranty Period
Check the scope of warranty coverage and the terms for repair charges, as well as the warranty period, before purchase. If a MORICASH product develops a problem, contact our after-sales service team with the model name and a description of the symptoms.
② Rental Inquiries
MORICASH also accepts inquiries about equipment rentals. Let us know the model you are interested in, the intended rental period, and your application. Rental terms and availability will be confirmed individually.
③ Support for New Japanese Banknotes and Software Updates
MORICASH’s main banknote counter models support the new Japanese banknotes issued in 2024. To check whether your existing machine supports these notes or requires an update, contact us with the model name and software information.
④ Support Contact in Japan
MORICASH is a cash-handling equipment brand operated by Mori Co., Ltd. Our Yokohama office accepts inquiries about product selection and implementation. If you need to discuss delivery times or repair arrangements, please also let us know when you need the equipment or service.
⑤ How to Contact Us and Office Hours
For product inquiries, email info@moricash.com. For after-sales service, email service@moricash.com. You can also call 045-319-4918. Our office hours are 8:30–17:30 Japan Standard Time.
Improve Business Efficiency with MORICASH Banknote Counters
The key to choosing a banknote counter is finding a model that fits the work your business needs to do. Start by reviewing your daily tasks, such as checking note quantities, calculating the total value of mixed denominations, and handling foreign currencies.
If you need help choosing a model, contact MORICASH with the currencies you use, your approximate banknote volume, and whether you need a note count or a total value. We will suggest suitable models for your application.
