Sonic Drive In vs Evos Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Sonic Drive In Franchise
Evos Franchise
Investment $1,242,000 - $3,523,300$349,900 - $449,900
Franchise Fee $45,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 2.45-5%3.5-5.5%
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 19541999
Year Franchised 19592006
Term Of Agreement 20 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years10 years
Renewal Fee 10 years for $6K$7000


Business Experience Requirements
 
Sonic Drive In Franchise
Evos Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • If no industry experience, must have an operating equity partner
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    Financing Options
     
    Sonic Drive In Franchise
    Evos 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/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Sonic Drive In Franchise
    Evos Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 400 hours Classroom Training: 24 hours Additional Training: At existing franchise location Available at headquarters: 4-6 weeks
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Franchisee Intranet Platform Honest Support - we have one goal in common, and you're a part of it. We care about your success because your success means progress for our values. And of course more people eating better. We support you and guide you through every aspect of running your business, and most importantly to be the most ethical and admired business in your community. We don't treat you like a number, but as a living extension of ourselves.
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Email marketing Loyalty program/app -
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 60% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed.

    		Operational Simplicity - we like working smart, not hard. EVOS is the 'Original' healthier fast food restaurant. Yup, we started this thing in 1994. We've been doing this for way over a decade, which means: our systems are the most efficient and the most effective to make your job as easy as possible while executing under 3 minute ticket times; our marketing strategy has been tested, tried, and true, to bring in guests and retain them; our management tools and technology make developing, maintaining, and motivating a great team simpler and easier; and our proven recipes have been carefully developed, and tested, to make any skeptics mouth water and brain erase the myth that healthier doesn't taste better.

    Expansion Plans
     
    Sonic Drive In Franchise
    Evos Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Sonic Drive In

    Sonic Industries Inc. was founded in 1973. In 1974, Sonic acquired the name 'Sonic Drive-In' from Troy Smith, Sr., and began franchising. Smith used his more than 15 years of experience in the restaurant business to develop and operate the Sonic franchise program. A wholly owned subsidiary of Sonic Corp., the company is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and has locations throughout the United States. The company's storefronts recently got a facelift to give them a 'retro-futuristic' look.

    Your estimated initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Traditional Sonic Drive-In franchise ranges from approximately $1,242,200 to $3,537,700 plus land costs and includes the $45,000 franchise fee that must be paid to Sonic.
    Your estimated initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Non-Traditional Sonic franchise ranges from approximately $361,900 to $978,700 and includes the $22,500 franchise fee that must be paid to Sonic.

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    About Evos

    Product In-demand - burgers, fries, and shakes that are 50-70% less fat. Finally, fast food you can feel great about. Other restaurants merely accommodate with a few 'lower fat' or 'lite' menu items. EVOS serves up an entire menu of choices to meet the needs of many different lifestyles. Our recipes are made with high quality healthier ingredients like our naturally raised hormone & antibiotic free Steakburger and Low Fat Organic Milkshakes. No other franchise can match our commitment to: less fat, calories, and cholesterol; higher quality natural ingredients; organic ingredients; and more importantly great taste. Stand out from the crowd - start something new. Ok, so why bother fighting for market share in a landscape full of sub/sandwich shops, burrito joints, and pizza places? Hundreds of communities in our country are starving for a 'healthier fast food fix'. EVOS exists because there is a serious demand for the opportunity to continue to enjoy the All American burger occasion, made healthier. EVOS is a fresh, fun, forward thinking, and financially rewarding franchise opportunity. That isn't too granola. Healthy Opportunity - people, planet, profits EVOS is not only a ground floor financial opportunity. You will feel great knowing you are also making a difference in your community and the planet. While doing your part, you will be gifting thousands of excited patrons the opportunity to enjoy the All American meal of burgers, fries, and shakes-without the aftereffects. As an EVOS franchise owner, you'll not only be part of an opportunity, you'll be serving it as well.