Kilwin's Chocolates vs San Gelato Cafe Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Kilwin's Chocolates vs San Gelato Cafe including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
	Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
Investment	$177,534 - $937,415	$500,000 - $1,400,000
Franchise Fee	$20,000 - $40,000	$25,000
Royalty Fee	5%	-
Advertising Fee	1%	-
Year Founded	1947	-
Year Franchised	1982	-
Term Of Agreement	10 years	-
Term Of Agreement	10 years	-
Renewal Fee	-	-
Business Experience Requirements
	Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
Experience	-	-
Financing Options
	Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
	In-House/3rd Party	In-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees	No/Yes	-/-
Start-up Costs	No/Yes	-/-
Equipment	No/Yes	-/-
Inventory	No/Yes	-/-
Receivables	No/No	-/-
Payroll	No/No	-/-
Training & Support
	Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
Training	On-The-Job Training: 173 hours Classroom Training: 43 hours Additional Training: Online training; store visits	- San Gelato has developed a set of extensive training courses that 15 days taught at out corporate headquarters, as well as in-store training to make sure Franchisees hit the ground running. Post the initial training program, San Gelato also provides 5 days of onsite training during your soft opening and a system of continuous business development training, utilizing Webinars, Web-based distance learning courses covering sales, operations, and marketing training programs.
Support	Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform	- We offer a corporate team of specialists that are dedicated to continuously evolving the business model and providing support in product preparation, marketing, sales, advertising and operations to help ensure you stay on track and reach your development goals.
Marketing	Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Email marketing	- Ongoing promotional marketing support, with tried and true strategies to effectively target your specific consumer for both the Caf�. Everything from networking coupons to community outreach programs; we have the marketing/sales materials to help drive and push sales and create ever increasing brand recognition.
Operations	10% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 10 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)	-
Expansion Plans
	Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise	San Gelato Cafe Franchise
US Expansion	Yes	-
Canada Expansion	No	-
International Expansion	No	-

Company Overviews

About Kilwin's Chocolates

Since 1947 Kilwins has been a celebrated part of Americana having earned a reputation for providing high quality products and excellent service. Our heritage was built on the simple premise of creating our products from the finest ingredients and providing customers with great service. Today we continue the tradition by uniquely combining high quality products with a warm friendly customer experience that is supported through a successful community of caring owner operators. We continue to offer the finest quality traditional down-home confections and ice cream that are kitchen made fresh from premium ingredients and original recipes.

Seeking new franchise units in the following regions/states:
Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin and West Virginia

Veteran Incentives  $10,000 off franchise fee

About San Gelato Cafe

When you join our San Gelato Cafe team, you will be a step ahead of other independent business owners. As a franchisee, you not only have the benefit of running your own business but you will also have the assistance of a team of professionals devoted to the success of your San Gelato Cafe. We are committed to the success of each individual franchisee. The collaborative support offered by the San Gelato Cafe team allows for the integration of all the services you will need. We are proud to offer to You, and to share with You, our experience. We are excited about the amazing success of San Gelato Cafe, and we are committed to continue achieving great results. Our relationship with people we work with is based on integrity, dedication, hard work, achieving financial and personal goals through product and excellent service.San Gelato is an exciting new franchise. Do not let the "new" surprise you. Our roots are strong; our passion and commitment even stronger. Franchisor Services - We are committed to the success of each individual Franchisee and Regional Developer. The collaborative support offered by the San Gelato Cafe team allows for the integration of all the services you will need. Typical locations occupy approximately 1,200-1,600 square feet of space. Locations are situated in Upscale Urban Areas, Retail Shopping Centers, Regional Malls, Lifestyle Centers, Resort Areas, all in medium-high income areas. Theme parks, Casinos, Universities, and Upscale Tourist Areas are considered "unique locations" Strong foot traffic count and high visibilities are vital factors. We hope you will be part of our exciting franchise. The possibilities are endless. The sky is the limit. Fly with us...We promise a great ride!