Mr. Sub vs Apple Spice Junction Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mr. Sub vs Apple Spice Junction including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Mr. Sub Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
Investment $160,000$280,000 - $500,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$37,500
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19681988
Year Franchised 19722002
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee 50% of initial fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Mr. Sub Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Mr. Sub Franchise
    Apple Spice Junction 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
     
    Mr. Sub Franchise
    Apple Spice Junction Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 15% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (80% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Mr. Sub Franchise
    Apple Spice Junction Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Mr. Sub

    The first Mr. Sub restaurant opened in Toronto, Ontario in March of 1968. Right from the start, the concept was simple: sell quality subs, make them fresh, and serve them fast. And above all, give customers value for their money. A lot has changed since then. Our menu has grown to include salads, wraps, soup, fresh baked bread and more. Today, there are over 520 restaurants from coast to coast, and Mr. Sub is still owned by the founding partners. Lots of things have changed over the years, but every franchisee remains committed to our original concept of quality and freshness. That thinking was what brought people to our restaurants back in the 60's, and it continues to create new customers today.

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    #38 in Canada's Top franchises.

    About Apple Spice Junction

    The bakery-cafe segment of the restaurant industry is the fastest and strongest growing segment today. And, with limited competition. Open a classic American eatery to your neighborhood offering creative, savory and healthy options all day long. Designed as a gathering place - whether it’s to catch up with friends over a great cup of coffee, hold an informal business meeting, dine as a family, or a place for the team to celebrate after the game. Apple Spice Cafe & Bakery will become your community’s place to dine in or grab and go!