Baskin-Robbins vs San Gelato Cafe Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Baskin-Robbins vs San Gelato Cafe including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
	Baskin-Robbins Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
Investment	$123,952 - $558,830	$500,000 - $1,400,000
Franchise Fee	$12,500 - $25,000	$25,000
Royalty Fee	5.9%	-
Advertising Fee	5%	-
Year Founded	1945	-
Year Franchised	1948	-
Term Of Agreement	-	-
Term Of Agreement	-	-
Renewal Fee	-	-
Business Experience Requirements
	Baskin-Robbins Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
Experience	Industry experience General business experience Marketing skills	-
Financing Options
	Baskin-Robbins Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
	In-House/3rd Party	In-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
	Baskin-Robbins Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
Training	On-The-Job Training: 2.5 weeks Classroom Training: 2.5 weeks	- San Gelato has developed a set of extensive training courses that 15 days taught at out corporate headquarters, as well as in-store training to make sure Franchisees hit the ground running. Post the initial training program, San Gelato also provides 5 days of onsite training during your soft opening and a system of continuous business development training, utilizing Webinars, Web-based distance learning courses covering sales, operations, and marketing training programs.
Support	Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform	- We offer a corporate team of specialists that are dedicated to continuously evolving the business model and providing support in product preparation, marketing, sales, advertising and operations to help ensure you stay on track and reach your development goals.
Marketing	Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app	- Ongoing promotional marketing support, with tried and true strategies to effectively target your specific consumer for both the Caf�. Everything from networking coupons to community outreach programs; we have the marketing/sales materials to help drive and push sales and create ever increasing brand recognition.
Operations	Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed.	-
Expansion Plans
	Baskin-Robbins Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
US Expansion	Yes	-
Canada Expansion	No	-
International Expansion	Yes	-

Company Overviews

About Baskin-Robbins

As a teenager in the 1930s, Irv Robbins managed an ice cream shop in Tacoma, Washington. Bored with serving traditional flavors like chocolate and vanilla, Robbins began experimenting, mixing fruit and candies into the ice cream. After serving in World War II, Robbins bought an ice cream parlor in Glendale, California. Three years later, he convinced his brother-in-law, Burt Baskin, to join the business. The two men flipped a coin to see whose name would go first on the sign. Baskin won, and in 1945, Baskin-Robbins was born. Today, Baskin-Robbins has locations in more than 50 countries, each serving the company's famous 31 flavors of ice cream as well as frozen yogurt, sherbet, cakes and drinks. Baskin-Robbins is a subsidiary of Allied Domecq, parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Togo's. Franchisees may operate combination stores, co-branding Baskin-Robbins with either Dunkin' Donuts or Togo's. 

Veteran Incentives  First-store franchise fee waived; royalty fee reduced for first 5 years

About San Gelato Cafe

When you join our San Gelato Cafe team, you will be a step ahead of other independent business owners. As a franchisee, you not only have the benefit of running your own business but you will also have the assistance of a team of professionals devoted to the success of your San Gelato Cafe. We are committed to the success of each individual franchisee. The collaborative support offered by the San Gelato Cafe team allows for the integration of all the services you will need. We are proud to offer to You, and to share with You, our experience. We are excited about the amazing success of San Gelato Cafe, and we are committed to continue achieving great results. Our relationship with people we work with is based on integrity, dedication, hard work, achieving financial and personal goals through product and excellent service.San Gelato is an exciting new franchise. Do not let the "new" surprise you. Our roots are strong; our passion and commitment even stronger. Franchisor Services - We are committed to the success of each individual Franchisee and Regional Developer. The collaborative support offered by the San Gelato Cafe team allows for the integration of all the services you will need. Typical locations occupy approximately 1,200-1,600 square feet of space. Locations are situated in Upscale Urban Areas, Retail Shopping Centers, Regional Malls, Lifestyle Centers, Resort Areas, all in medium-high income areas. Theme parks, Casinos, Universities, and Upscale Tourist Areas are considered "unique locations" Strong foot traffic count and high visibilities are vital factors. We hope you will be part of our exciting franchise. The possibilities are endless. The sky is the limit. Fly with us...We promise a great ride!