Carl's Jr vs Jack in the Box Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Carl's Jr vs Jack in the Box including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Carl's Jr Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
Investment $1,603,000 - $2,168,000$1,651,500 - $2,638,600
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $35,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 4%5%
Advertising Fee 6%5%
Year Founded 19451951
Year Franchised 19841982
Term Of Agreement 20 years20 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years20 years
Renewal Fee Varies1,651,500 to $2,638,600


Business Experience Requirements
 
Carl's Jr Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Preferable operational experience in a restaurant, but will consider people who have owned their own business
    		•  *Multi-unit restaurant operations experience *Minimum liquidity of $750,000 *Minimum net worth of $1.5 million *Ability to acquire and/or develop at least 5 restaurants *Operating partner is an equity partner and resides in the desired market

    Financing Options
     
    Carl's Jr Franchise
    Jack in the Box Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
    Equipment No/No-/Yes
    Inventory No/No-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Carl's Jr Franchise
    Jack in the Box Franchise
    Training Available at franchisee's location, 12 weeks of management training & at grand openingOn-The-Job Training: 183 hours Classroom Training: 110 hours
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesMeetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed.

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Carl's Jr Franchise
    Jack in the Box Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Carl's Jr

    Carl's Jr. is known all through the Western U.S. as the place to go for premium quality burgers, specifically its 100% Angus hamburger Six Dollar Burger line.

    At Hardee's® and Carl's Jr.® our brand sets us apart from the competition. Our advertisements are created to be so bold and memorable that they've been known to crash internet video servers. Our taglines deliver bold statements and our visuals are designed to keep viewers wanting more. EAT LIKE YOU MEAN IT.

    Hardee's® and Carl's Jr.® have a strong track record of successfully developing new premium products to lead the category in taste, quality, and innovation. As an industry leader, we have consistently out-delivered all other quick-service restaurants in product development since our founding. Staying on top requires that we continue to lead the way in the products we serve through taste, quality, and innovation.


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    #100 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #202 in Franchise 500 for 2021.




    About Jack in the Box

    Jack in the Box is among the nation's leading fast-food hamburger chains, with more than 2000 quick-serve restaurants in 17 states. Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) is offering a unique opportunity to franchise with one of the most popular brands in the quick-serve restaurant ("QSR") industry. The company's emphasis on operational efficiency and franchisee-focused value innovation has led JACK to become one of the most respected and sought after brands in the industry. The company is looking to establish relationships with select multi-unit franchise operators of non-competitive brands to franchise partial or whole markets as the brand approaches reaching its goal of being an 80% franchised chain. In select seed markets- Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Oklahoma City and Tulsa, growth starts with an acquisition. Franchise recently opened company restaurants and use these locations as a platform for future market development. Seeking new franchisees to develop Amarillo, Champaign, Little Rock, Louisville and Salt Lake City. New Market Development Program: Royalty fees reduced, franchise fee waived, up to 75% of advertising fee invested into local marketing. Restrictions apply and development fees still applicable.

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