Putt-Putt Golf & Games vs BirdieBall Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Putt-Putt Golf & Games vs BirdieBall including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Putt-Putt Golf & Games Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
Investment $980,000 - $30,500,000$699 - And Up
Franchise Fee $20,000 - $50,000N/A
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 1954-
Year Franchised 1955-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Putt-Putt Golf & Games Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Putt-Putt Golf & Games Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/-
Start-up Costs No/No-/-
Equipment No/No-/-
Inventory No/No-/-
Receivables No/No-/-
Payroll No/No-/-

Training & Support
 
Putt-Putt Golf & Games Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Putt-Putt Golf & Games Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Putt-Putt Golf & Games

Founded in 1954 in Fayetteville, NC Putt-Putt® cost only 25¢ per round! As the world’s first and only copyrighted and branded miniature golf game, all courses were built to exact standards to create a game enjoyed by children and adults alike. Putt-Putt pioneered the use of high quality outdoor carpet and aluminum bump boards and unique obstacles for a consistent roll and bounce. Our skill-based game gave rise to the Professional Putters Association (PPA) that still exists today and has awarded over $8 million in prize money to some of the best putters in the world. All tournaments are played on Putt-Putt copyrighted courses.
Putt-Putt began franchising in the 1950’s and quickly spread across the country and became a brand synonymous with its mission: A safe, clean, affordable entertainment venue for families within their own communities. As the company grew, other attractions were tested and added to expand the original franchise model of two or three Putt-Putt Golf courses into a complete family entertainment center.

Many locations were rebranded as Putt-Putt Fun Centers® and today, in addition to the classic game of
Putt-Putt Golf, guests can enjoy go-karts, bumper boats, indoor bumper cars, batting cages, laser tag, a modern arcade, and snack bar. The array of attractions for new franchises depends on the size of the market, available land, and climate. These new attractions continue our dedication in providing a safe, affordable entertainment option for families. New franchises are also handicap accessible and utilize electric go-karts, bumper cars and bumper boats to increase safety and reduce environmental impact.

Today, individuals and investors alike are joining the Putt-Putt franchise family!

About BirdieBall

THIS IS NOT A FRANCHISE THIS IS A Dealer/Distributor
BirdieBall is the world leader in off-course golf and off-course golf instruction technology. With over 3,000 school installations BirdieBall is the largest in-school instructional program in the world. BirdieBall is now offering distributorships along with instruction certification in all markets. Selling and delivering BirdieBall products and services can be full time or as a supplement to income as well. Love golf? Teach, sell and enjoy life.