Mrs. Fields vs Paris Baguette Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Mrs. Fields Franchise
Paris Baguette Franchise
Investment $166,806 - $410,500$719,271 - $1,401,546
Franchise Fee $30,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 6%3% - 5%
Advertising Fee -1%
Year Founded 19771986
Year Franchised 19901988
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Mrs. Fields Franchise
Paris Baguette Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Mrs. Fields Franchise
    Paris Baguette Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Mrs. Fields Franchise
    Paris Baguette Franchise
    Training - On-The-Job Training: 152 hours Classroom Training: 392 hours
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesNewsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software
    Marketing Ad slicks, National mediaCo-op Advertising Ad Templates Social media Loyalty program/app
    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
    Paris Baguette Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion YesYes

    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 Paris Baguette

    "No
    Paris Baguette offers franchise owners a compelling and rewarding business opportunity. With proprietary recipes, an impressive product line and a proven track record, we are seeking individuals with the passion and motivation to partner with us to continue to bring this authentic local bakery across the United States and Internationally..

    Veteran Incentives   15% off franchise fee

    #132 in Franchise 500 for 2020.