Mister Donut vs Duck Donuts Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mister Donut vs Duck Donuts including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Mister Donut Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Investment $480,000 - $620,000$348,350 - $568,000
Franchise Fee $34,500 - $41,400$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 3%2%
Year Founded -2006
Year Franchised -2013
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Mister Donut Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Experience -We require a minimum of $150,000 in liquid funds (cash, savings, mutual funds, stocks, etc.) and a minimum of $500,000 in total net worth to financially support opening a new Duck Donuts franchise.

Financing Options
 
Mister Donut Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Mister Donut Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Training -On-The-Job Training: 24 hours Classroom Training: 16 hours
Support -Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Mister Donut Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About Mister Donut

Mister Donut is a fast food franchise founded in the United States in 1956, now headquartered in Japan, where it has more than 1,300 stores. The primary offerings include doughnuts, coffee, muffins and pastries. After being acquired by Allied Lyons in 1990, most North American stores became Dunkin' Donuts. Mister Donut also maintains a presence in Taiwan, South Korea, Mainland China, Philippines, Thailand, and El Salvador.

About Duck Donuts

Duck Donuts prides itself on providing its customers warm, delicious and made-to-order donuts in a unique in-store experience. We are seeking experienced franchisees who share our vision and commitment of offering a welcoming, family-friendly and delicious experience as we continue our growth throughout the United States.

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