Checkers Drive-In vs Evos Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Checkers Drive-In vs Evos including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Checkers Drive-In Franchise
Evos Franchise
Investment $259,000 - $1,431,000$349,900 - $449,900
Franchise Fee $30,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 4%3.5-5.5%
Advertising Fee 4.5%-
Year Founded 19861999
Year Franchised 19892006
Term Of Agreement 20 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years10 years
Renewal Fee -$7000


Business Experience Requirements
 
Checkers Drive-In Franchise
Evos Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Checkers Drive-In Franchise
    Evos 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/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Checkers Drive-In Franchise
    Evos Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 160-220 hours Classroom Training: 32-40 hours Additional Training: In training restaurant Available at headquarters: 4-6 weeks
    Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site SelectionHonest Support - we have one goal in common, and you're a part of it. We care about your success because your success means progress for our values. And of course more people eating better. We support you and guide you through every aspect of running your business, and most importantly to be the most ethical and admired business in your community. We don't treat you like a number, but as a living extension of ourselves.
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations -Operational Simplicity - we like working smart, not hard. EVOS is the 'Original' healthier fast food restaurant. Yup, we started this thing in 1994. We've been doing this for way over a decade, which means: our systems are the most efficient and the most effective to make your job as easy as possible while executing under 3 minute ticket times; our marketing strategy has been tested, tried, and true, to bring in guests and retain them; our management tools and technology make developing, maintaining, and motivating a great team simpler and easier; and our proven recipes have been carefully developed, and tested, to make any skeptics mouth water and brain erase the myth that healthier doesn't taste better.

    Expansion Plans
     
    Checkers Drive-In Franchise
    Evos Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Checkers Drive-In

    Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. is the largest double drive-thru restaurant chain in the United States. Checkers develops, produces, owns, operates, and franchises quick service “double drive-thru” restaurants under the two brand names “Checkers" and “Rally’s Hamburgers". The restaurants are designed to provide fast and efficient automobile-oriented service and appeal to guests of all ages. The double drive-thru concept allows Checkers' and Rally’s Hamburgers to capitalize on the fact that approximately fifty percent of all quick-service food business is drive-thru. Guests can also enjoy a 1950’s flashback with walk-up ordering and outdoor dining in the outside picnic area at most locations.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Checkers Restaurant (excluding real estate and related costs) is: $780,000 to $1,431,000 for a new modular design single drive-thru restaurant; $320,500 to $787,000 for a site built, conversion or used modular drive-thru restaurant; $259,700 to $648,000 for an endcap strip-center and gas/convenience restaurant; and $254,000 to $514,000 for a Non-Traditional, Walmart or in-line restaurant in a high-density market. This includes $10,000 to $50,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or an affiliate, plus $10,000 for each additional restaurant that you agree to develop under a development agreement.
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    About Evos

    Product In-demand - burgers, fries, and shakes that are 50-70% less fat. Finally, fast food you can feel great about. Other restaurants merely accommodate with a few 'lower fat' or 'lite' menu items. EVOS serves up an entire menu of choices to meet the needs of many different lifestyles. Our recipes are made with high quality healthier ingredients like our naturally raised hormone & antibiotic free Steakburger and Low Fat Organic Milkshakes. No other franchise can match our commitment to: less fat, calories, and cholesterol; higher quality natural ingredients; organic ingredients; and more importantly great taste. Stand out from the crowd - start something new. Ok, so why bother fighting for market share in a landscape full of sub/sandwich shops, burrito joints, and pizza places? Hundreds of communities in our country are starving for a 'healthier fast food fix'. EVOS exists because there is a serious demand for the opportunity to continue to enjoy the All American burger occasion, made healthier. EVOS is a fresh, fun, forward thinking, and financially rewarding franchise opportunity. That isn't too granola. Healthy Opportunity - people, planet, profits EVOS is not only a ground floor financial opportunity. You will feel great knowing you are also making a difference in your community and the planet. While doing your part, you will be gifting thousands of excited patrons the opportunity to enjoy the All American meal of burgers, fries, and shakes-without the aftereffects. As an EVOS franchise owner, you'll not only be part of an opportunity, you'll be serving it as well.