Carl's Jr vs Wild Wings n Things Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Carl's Jr Franchise
Wild Wings n Things Franchise
Investment $1,603,000 - $2,168,000$85,000 - $125,000
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $35,000N/A
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
Wild Wings n Things 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
    Wild Wings n Things 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
    Wild Wings n Things Franchise
    Training Available at franchisee's location, 12 weeks of management training & at grand openingWe train you until we feel you are ready! Every situation is unique. On average, one month in our working Colorado Springs Training Store, followed by training in your store, before, during and after your Grand Opening! Additionally you will be assigned a personal Wild Wings Consultant to provide on-going support and guidance to maximize your opportunity.
    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
    Wild Wings n Things 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 Wild Wings n Things

    Wild Wings'n Things is dedicated to providing every Franchisee with Superior Customer Support to ensure your peace of mind, knowing you have an experienced TEAM in your corner! The guidance and assistance you will obtain from our experts in this unique business is priceless. We offer continuing, ongoing support and marketing to make owning your own business as carefree and worry free as possible.
    When you are a thriving Wild Wings'n Things Franchisee, our entire business family is successful. Join our family today! Reap the rewards of owning your own business. Become a Member of the Family As a Wild Wings'n Things Franchisee, you'll not just own a restaurant, but you'll become a member of our unique business family. The Wild Wings'n Things eatery theme is an aviation hanger decorated with aircraft memorabilia with a clean "diner" atmosphere. "Wild Wings," "Wild Sides", Sandwiches, "Little Pilot Meals" for the kids, and Salads for the whole family! Dine-in seating for 30, take-out or delivery. Consider these benefits: * Total turn-key investment 85k-125k * Site location assistance * Lease negotiation assistance * Contractor bidding assistance * Equipment purchase guidance * Food distributor location, volume negotiation * Grand Opening marketing plan, as well as ongoing promotional marketing * Ongoing promotional marketing * Ongoing customer service * The opportunity to BE YOUR OWN BOSS!