Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies vs Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies vs Shaka Shaved Ice including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
Investment $106,000 - $223,000$200,000 - $250,000
Franchise Fee $20,000N/A
Royalty Fee 5.5%3%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20002007
Year Franchised 20032008
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years
Renewal Fee 10% of current franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice 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

 
Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
Training --
Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures-
Marketing Ad slicks-
Operations

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 20

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

Bringing Hawaii's aloha spirit to the N.J. Shore surfing community, Shaka Shaved Ice dispenses good eats and good vibes on the north end of Long Branch's beach front. Along with offering the signature snack of island surfers --shaved ice flavored with a variety of syrups -- Shaka is an eco-friendly business, serving signature flavors such as SHAKA ROCK, SURF WAX, KONA COFFEE and combos like the WAIKIKI WANNABE with totally biodegradable cups, spoons and straws.(MADE FROM CORN) And, unlike ice cream trucks of old, the business is also gas-free: The ice is served out of both a push cart and an electric golf cart that can be found at the beachfront daily through out the summer. Perfect for Festivals, Fairs, Beaches, Boardwalks, Restaurant, Store fronts, Skate parks and Surf shops! SHAKA store fronts and SHAKA "TIKI HUTS" also available! Call for more info. "REPRESENT THE POSITIVE"- Not only is SHAKA delicious- BUT-People feel good knowing we are not polluting the planet! And that we care about our beaches and the environment! SAVE THE EARTH- EAT SHAKA!

Expansion Plans

 
Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Rubyjuice Fruit and Smoothies

Jack and Tracy Groot owned and operated a coffee bar in Holland, Michigan, when the location next door became available. To take advantage of the opportunity, the couple developed and opened Rubyjuice, offering quick-service smoothies, juices, sandwiches and salads. The menu includes a variety of nutritional supplements that customers may add to their smoothies. Rubyjuice began franchising in 2003.

About Shaka Shaved Ice

NO LONGER FRANCHISING

 THE COOLEST BUSINESS YOU'LL EVER OWN. Great CASH business! HUGE PROFIT MARGINS! Be your own boss! People LOVE it! Kids think it is THE greatest! Our next President's favorite treat!!!! WOW! Totally original franchise- w/ positive surfer vibe & eco friendly responsibility! The reaction has been INCREDIBLE! BE ON THE "FIRST WAVE" of SHAKA!!!