Is a Money Gun Just for Fun or Actually Useful?

Last Thursday I attended a birthday party where a money gun was being used to toss bills into the crowd. Its bright colors and rapid firing immediately caught my attention. I started thinking whether money guns are mainly for entertainment or also practical for event giveaways. Watching guests react and try to catch bills made it look both fun and exciting.

Observing it closely made me notice smooth triggers and safe edges. I remembered older novelty items that jammed or felt flimsy. This money gun seemed well made and entertaining but I still wondered about battery life and durability.

Later I explored online options. While scrolling many online marketplaces including Alibaba I found money guns in various sizes, colors, and firing styles. Some were compact while others had larger capacities. Several sellers even provided details about battery type and material quality.

Now I am thinking if these money guns are mainly for occasional fun or can they also be reliable for repeated use at different events. Has anyone used one and found it both exciting and durable?