Computertots vs DrPhoneFix Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Computertots Franchise
DrPhoneFix Franchise
Investment $47,700 - $66,300$49,999 - $175,000
Franchise Fee $30,000N/A
Royalty Fee 8%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1983-
Year Franchised 1988-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee 5% of franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Computertots Franchise
DrPhoneFix Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Be committed to serving your customers with the same professional, fast, and friendly service that the DrPhoneFix Brand is known, trusted, and valued for. Repair experience is not required. We will give you all the necessary training.

    Financing Options

     
    Computertots Franchise
    DrPhoneFix Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    Computertots Franchise
    DrPhoneFix Franchise
    Training -

    Training to become a DrPhoneFix Certified Mobile Repair Service Technician will occur at either the DrPhoneFix headquarters or one of our licensed locations. This training course takes approximately 1 month to complete total, with 2 weeks spent at headquarters.

    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures-
    Marketing National media, Regional advertising

    Each franchise comes with its own DrPhoneFix branded website. When you become a franchise owner you are offered the following marketing services to help grow your business. * SEO * PPC * Social Media Marketing * Blog and Content Marketing * Posters, Flyers, Postcards Taking this extra step can help solidify the foundation for your store's success.

    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Either you or the partner that runs the store must attend our extensive training program and be DPF Certified.


    Expansion Plans

     
    Computertots Franchise
    DrPhoneFix Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Computertots

    Computertots is now a subsidiary of ComputerExplorers In 1984, personal computers were still considered a luxury, and schools were figuring out how to best use the new technology as a learning tool. Moms Karen Marshall and Mary Rogers saw the teaching potential of computers and began Computertots/Computer Explorers with $1,500, one computer and 10 young students. Franchisees can operate the business using either a manager model or an owner-operated model. A manager employs a staff to assist in the teaching and operation of the business; the owner of an owner-operated model not only teaches classes, but also operates the business.

    In 2003, Computertots/Computer Explorers was acquired by The International Center for Entrepreneurial Development Inc., which also owns Kwik Kopy Printing, Kwik Kopy Business Centers, Franklin's Printing, American Wholesale Thermographers, Copy Club, Women's Health Boutique and Parcel Plus.

    About DrPhoneFix

    Mobile devices are a full fledged necessity in the everyday lives of more than half of the U.S. population.The demand for Quality Mobile Device Repair Service is growing exponentially. This is where you come in. DrPhoneFix has perfected our franchise concept, while steadily increasing Brand Recognition, and growth throughout the United States. When opening a DrPhoneFix Franchise, you will become known as a Mobile Devices Repair leader that customers already know, trust, and value. Cell Phone Repair Franchise Opportunities In 2007, the explosion of "The Smartphone" has completely changed the world forever. Gone were the days of a mobile device being a mere luxury. Smartphones and later on, Tablets have become "Electronic Lifestyle Companions" which the majority of Americans can't live without. From surfing the web, to social media. From paying our bills, to watching movies, mobile device usage will only continue to evolve and grow in our world. Schools are now asking parents to provide tablets for their kids, doctors are using smart-watches to monitor patients. Future marriages have resulted via the use of dating apps, while entire short films have been filmed on smartphones. In less than 10 years we have witnessed the emergence of The Smartphone, The Tablet, and now The Smart Watch. Do you think it ends there? The world has changed. It has gone mobile. Become part of an industry that is booming. We all need our mobile devices. Own a business that makes sure people always have one that works?