Carl's Jr vs Cluck-u Chicken Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Carl's Jr Franchise
Cluck-u Chicken Franchise
Investment $1,603,000 - $2,168,000$125,000 - $225,000
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $35,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 4%-
Advertising Fee 6%-
Year Founded 1945-
Year Franchised 1984-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee Varies-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Carl's Jr Franchise
Cluck-u Chicken Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Preferable operational experience in a restaurant, but will consider people who have owned their own business
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    Financing Options
     
    Carl's Jr Franchise
    Cluck-u Chicken Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Carl's Jr Franchise
    Cluck-u Chicken Franchise
    Training Available at franchisee's location, 12 weeks of management training & at grand opening-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    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
    Cluck-u Chicken 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.


    ""  "Entrepreneur

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




    About Cluck-u Chicken

    Cluck-U Chicken known under Cluck-U  or Cluckster's is a concept that began in 1985 in New Brunswick, New Jersey when a college student decided that his campus needed more than just pizza and burgers, and set out to create "The Best Buffalo Winger in the world"® available. The unique recipes and sauces that were developed created a devoted following for food made from only the finest ingredients, including fresh chicken. "Fresh Food Grilled or Fried, U decide"®
    Cluck-U, Corp. is looking for suitable candidates for franchise ownership. We seek highly motivated individuals with the resources, experience and ability to operate and personally manage a high volume restaurant. While it is no guarantee of success, we believe that individuals with proven management experience, who are committed to hard work and have sufficient financial resources are most likely to excel in this demanding environment. A minimum net worth of $240,000 is required for each Franchise to be opened. 40 % of the minimum net worth must be cash or liquid assets.