Computertots vs SeekingSitters Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Computertots vs SeekingSitters including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Computertots Franchise
SeekingSitters Franchise
Investment $47,700 - $66,300$1,500
Franchise Fee $30,000N/A
Royalty Fee 8%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19832004
Year Franchised 19882006
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee 5% of franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Computertots Franchise
SeekingSitters Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Computertots Franchise
    SeekingSitters Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Computertots Franchise
    SeekingSitters Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures-
    Marketing National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Computertots Franchise
    SeekingSitters Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Computertots

    Computertots is now a subsidiary of ComputerExplorers In 1984, personal computers were still considered a luxury, and schools were figuring out how to best use the new technology as a learning tool. Moms Karen Marshall and Mary Rogers saw the teaching potential of computers and began Computertots/Computer Explorers with $1,500, one computer and 10 young students. Franchisees can operate the business using either a manager model or an owner-operated model. A manager employs a staff to assist in the teaching and operation of the business; the owner of an owner-operated model not only teaches classes, but also operates the business.

    In 2003, Computertots/Computer Explorers was acquired by The International Center for Entrepreneurial Development Inc., which also owns Kwik Kopy Printing, Kwik Kopy Business Centers, Franklin's Printing, American Wholesale Thermographers, Copy Club, Women's Health Boutique and Parcel Plus.

    About SeekingSitters

    We are so excited you are interested in ownership opportunities with SeekingSitters. SeekingSitters license opportunities are easier to get started than ever before! There are no huge upfront costs or ongoing royalties. You are provided with e-learning training systems in all aspects of the business as well as 24/7 online support.

    It is so easy to get started. The signup fee is only $1500 plus $1500 annual marketing intensive due your second month of launch.
     
     
    SeekingSitters is a nationally recognized Babysitting Service. Many of our clients use our Babysitter Service for part time help or as an alternative to a full time Daycare or Nanny service. All Professional Sitters are background screened babysitters and only the most qualified are approved for the SeekingSitters Babysitting Team.