Million Snacks vs Johnny Rockets Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Million Snacks Franchise
Johnny Rockets Franchise
Investment $109,050 - $302,000$581,000 - $877,000
Franchise Fee $2,000$49,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 20091986
Year Franchised 20091987
Term Of Agreement 7 years10 years w/two 5-year options
Term Of Agreement 7 years10 years w/two 5-year options
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Million Snacks Franchise
Johnny Rockets Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
    		•  You and/or a business partner(s) must have at least two years restaurant owner/operator experience.

    You and/or a business partner(s) must have a net worth of $500 thousand per unit, and available liquid capital of $200 thousand per unit, or more, (net worth of $1.5 million per unit, and available liquid capital of $500 thousand per unit, or more, outside of the U.S.), in order to qualify for development of up to five units.

    Development of six units or more will be considered on a case by case basis, pending your net worth and available liquid capital.


    Financing Options
     
    Million Snacks Franchise
    Johnny Rockets Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/YesNo/No
    Equipment No/YesNo/No
    Inventory No/YesNo/No
    Receivables No/YesNo/No
    Payroll No/YesNo/No

    Training & Support
     
    Million Snacks Franchise
    Johnny Rockets Franchise
    Training --
    Support -Meetings, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional AdvertisingNational media, Regional advertising
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 95% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 48 - 53

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (98% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Expansion Plans
     
    Million Snacks Franchise
    Johnny Rockets Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Million Snacks

    At Million Snacks our mission is to give everyone an opportunity to own their own business while securing their future and financial goals. We know that taking the plunge into owning a business can be difficult, especially after layoffs or career changes. One of the most successful ways to maneuver into owning a business is through franchising. With that in mind, Million Snacks has perfected their franchise model to make it one of the most affordable in the industry. When you compare a Million Snacks Franchise Opportunity to some of the most popular fast food eateries on the market, we have the lowest franchising fee, lowest royalty fee in the snack food industry, and low startup costs. We have purposely made our franchise model MUCH more affordable. Why pay more to make your business dreams a reality, and to get your financial goals heading in the right direction? Why pay more than you need to when a Million Snacks Franchise offers you
    - A quality menu that provides much healthier alternatives to the average junk food sold by our competitors.
    - Startup cost flexibility using Express and Standard Models to create the size service store you want.
    - Assistance and training in your franchise.
    If you're ready to start, we're ready to show you how... with a proven system that works!
    We guide you through the process and offer the support you need in order to help you succeed.

    About Johnny Rockets

    Johnny Rockets is an international restaurant chain that offers the food, fun and friendliness of classic, timeless, feel-good Americana. Every Johnny Rockets restaurant serves simple, great-tasting food from a menu of all-American favorites, including our juicy hamburgers, crispy American Fries, classic sandwiches and rich, delicious hand-dipped shakes and malts. It's the place to go for friendly service, flavorful food, uplifting music and relaxed, casual fun. With annual sales in excess of $300 million, Johnny Rockets is a time-tested brand with an extraordinarily high awareness level, a loyal customer base and a broad demographic appeal. The all-American theme is one that has proven to be universal and that leaps across all geographic and cultural boundaries. It easily translates into any language and relates to the best concepts of America, around the globe. Throughout the world, people appreciate the stereotypical home-cooked goodness of classic comfort foods; smiling, outgoing service and a bright, clean, cheerful atmosphere.

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