Mrs. Fields vs THE bagel BAR Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mrs. Fields vs THE bagel BAR including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Mrs. Fields Franchise
THE bagel BAR Franchise
Investment $166,806 - $410,500$240,000 - $320,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$32,000
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19772002
Year Franchised 19902002
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Mrs. Fields Franchise
THE bagel BAR Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Mrs. Fields Franchise
    THE bagel BAR 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
     
    Mrs. Fields Franchise
    THE bagel BAR Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Ad slicks, National media-
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Mrs. Fields Franchise
    THE bagel BAR Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Mrs. Fields

    Mrs. Fields Cookies started in 1977 and has been in the Famous Brands portfolio since 2000. Today the company has over
    300 locations in over 20 countries. Mrs. Fields has been a pioneer in cookies and based goods.

    Through its franchisees' retail stores; it is one of the largest retailers of freshly baked, on-premises specialty cookies and brownies in the world and the largest retailer of soft-serve frozen yogurt with live active cultures. Its franchise systems operate through a network of more than 800 franchised and licensed locations throughout the United States and in 25 foreign countries. In addition, it operates an internet and catalog gifting business, and has entered into licensing arrangements that leverage awareness of its core brands among its retail customer base.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a retail store ranges from $251,995 to $410,500.
    This includes $35,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliate.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a retail kiosk
    ranges from $166,806 t0 $233,640.
    This includes $35,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliate.



    About THE bagel BAR

    The Bagel Bar franchise is a wholly owned Irish company which operates company owned and franchised stores. To ensure the highest quality product, The Bagel Bar operates an import and distribution company to supply authentic kosher bagels from the foremost bagel producer in England and have subsequently secured exclusive rights to supply the Irish market. We are now one of the largest importers and distributors of bagels in Ireland and currently supply 40% of the coffee houses/cafe's and many hotels around the Dublin area.
    The Bagel Bar has the largest selection / range of flavoured bagels in the Republic of Ireland (24 flavours in total). The basic concept of The Bagel Bar is to offer a more sophisticated coffee/sandwich alternative, where people can enjoy excellent quality food in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on our customer service and have built a reputation as an eatery that offers a varied menu with excellent standards. Lately our work in developing the business has been recognized by The Irish Franchise Association, winning "Franchise Person of the Year" (Ray Cowzer) in 2004 followed by "Best Emerging Franchise" in 2005.

    Our International development and growth includes Master Franchise Brand Partners in the following countries and/or regions;

    • United Arab Emirates
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Kuwait
    • Qatar
    • Azerbaijan
    • Ireland

    We are currently in negotiation to further expand the brand in the following countries and/or regions;

    • Egypt
    • Lebanon
    • Libya
    • Iraq
    • Iran
    • Jordan
    • Oman
    • Yemen
    • Peru
    • Bolivia
    • Kazakhstan
    • Armenia
    • India
    • Germany
    • Switzerland
    • Austria
    • Sweden
    • United Kingdom
    • USA (Orange County, Dallas �" Texas)
    • Australia
    • Mauritius

    We continue to grow and evolve the brand incorporating our signature range of products and some local and cultural recipes in our new and additional products. Our global commitment is to work with and invest in brand partners of the highest quality and caliber, which will enable the brand to continue and maintain our high levels of quality products and customer service.