First Choice Haircutters vs Roosters Men's Grooming Centers Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of First Choice Haircutters vs Roosters Men's Grooming Centers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
First Choice Haircutters Franchise
Roosters Men's Grooming Centers Franchise
Investment $163,880 - $302,600$203,250 - $342,350
Franchise Fee $29,500 - $49,500$39,500
Royalty Fee 5% - 7%4% - 6%
Advertising Fee 3%1%
Year Founded 19801999
Year Franchised 19822002
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee To $3K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
First Choice Haircutters Franchise
Roosters Men's Grooming Centers Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Customer-service oriented, management skills
    		• -

    Financing Options
     
    First Choice Haircutters Franchise
    Roosters Men's Grooming Centers Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/Yes-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    First Choice Haircutters Franchise
    Roosters Men's Grooming Centers Franchise
    Training Classroom Training: 5 days On-The-Job Training: 40-56 hours Classroom Training: 50-60 hours
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO
    Operations 63% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

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

    		Absentee Ownership Allowed

    Number of Employees Required to Run: 6

    Expansion Plans
     
    First Choice Haircutters Franchise
    Roosters Men's Grooming Centers Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About First Choice Haircutters

    In 1980, A. Bud Cowan started First Choice Haircutters as a low-priced hair salon for the entire family, offering a 'no appointment necessary' concept for on-the-go customers. Two years later, the company started franchising the concept. With over 300 locations in Canada and the United States, First Choice Haircutters offers affordable, professional hair care in bright, contemporary salons.

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    #102 in Canada's Top franchises.

    About Roosters Men's Grooming Centers

    The barbershop was an American cultural icon from the early twentieth century through the late 1960s. For generations, men went to barbershops for a fine haircut and to enjoy great conversations with the barber and fellow clients. Barbers were held in as high esteem as doctors, growing strong, personal relationships with their clients that lasted a lifetime.
    The Unisex Solution
    As men's style changed, the unisex craze swept across America and barbershops almost disappeared. Men's choices were limited to salons that were devoid of everything they enjoyed about getting a haircut. Interesting conversation and personal relationships were replaced by cold plastic seats, unpleasant chemical smells, and awkward periods of silence. Stylists often clipped away at lightning speed to move from one client to the next as quickly as possible.
    The Barbershop Returns
    After more than thirty years of decline, barbering and barbershops are making a comeback. In fact, barbershops are on the rise and growing faster than beauty salons.
    * According to U.S. 2000 census statistics, barbering volume grew by at least 10% between 1996 and 2000.

    * Sales of men's grooming products and services have surged 68.6% from 2002-2005, compared to a 6% increase for women's products, according to research firm AC Nielsen. Today's men have specific requirements regarding personal grooming and are no longer interested in discount chains and unisex salons. They instead demand the warm, personal atmosphere of a barbershop, as well as the feeling of comeraderie found among the patrons.
    Roosters Men's Grooming Center provides an authentic barbershop experience in a modern, upscale, and unpretentious environment. Our focus is on delivering consistent, exceptional service, and providing guests an escape from their busy lives.
    Veteran Incentives $2,500 franchise fee rebate on first store
    "Entrepreneur
    #448 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #331 in Franchise 500 for 2021.