Children's Technology Workshop vs BounceU Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Children's Technology Workshop vs BounceU including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Children's Technology Workshop Franchise
BounceU Franchise
Investment $81,000 - $105,000$129,700 - $535,500
Franchise Fee $25,000$35,000 - $40,000
Royalty Fee 6%6%
Advertising Fee -1%
Year Founded 19972003
Year Franchised 20042004
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Renewal Fee $1K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Children's Technology Workshop Franchise
BounceU Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Enthusiasm for technology, engineering, science
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    Financing Options
     
    Children's Technology Workshop Franchise
    BounceU Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Children's Technology Workshop Franchise
    BounceU Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    20% of all franchisees own more than one unit

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

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Children's Technology Workshop Franchise
    BounceU Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Children's Technology Workshop

    The Children’s Technology Workshop is focused on the development and delivery of hands-on, applied-technology curriculum. We have been designing and testing our programs since 1997. At CTW, we are serious about having fun and take pride in our commitment to developing the finest technology and science-based programs available to children. Our activities are under constant review by our full-time staff of educators, engineers, technologists and enthusiasts. We are confident that you'll agree with our philosophy that computers are more than just a tool for writing and researching. We believe computers and technology can empower all children to explore, invent and be creative using the right applications with the right direction. The Children's Technology Workshop offers a variety of programs, including after school, camp, academic and group workshops. Programs are divided by age and are available in different formats to meet scheduling needs of parents and group facilitators.

    About BounceU

    Own Your Own Business AND Have Fun Doing It! BounceU is a very unique children's playground franchise. It offers a rare opportunity for those with an entrepreneurial spirit to have the time of their lives while going into business for themselves. When customers enter a BounceU franchise, their faces light up with excitement and the anticipation of participating in a BounceU event shows in their actions. Potential franchisees have the same reaction when they enter one of our children's playground franchises. Our playground franchises are in facilities that have an indoor, climate-controlled stadium filled with giant inflatable play structures, accompanied by additional play equipment and video arcade games. We coordinate, set up, supervise, facilitate and clean up, so that the hosting parents can relax and enjoy their event. BounceU is really a children's exercise franchise. All the kids bounce their way towards better fitness. BounceU will be active in your community and THE gathering place for children in your neighborhood. As a children's playground franchise owner, you can bring another healthy form of entertainment to your community.

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