SportClips vs Knockouts Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
SportClips Franchise
Knockouts Franchise
Investment $233,800 - $388,300$94,100 - $190,550
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $59,500$20,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 5%-
Year Founded 1993-
Year Franchised 1995-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee $3.5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
SportClips Franchise
Knockouts Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • People skills
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    Financing Options
     
    SportClips Franchise
    Knockouts Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    SportClips Franchise
    Knockouts Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 98% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (32% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    SportClips Franchise
    Knockouts Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About SportClips

    Gordon Logan, founder and CEO of Sport Clips, conceived the Sport Clips idea in 1993 and opened its first franchised store in Houston two years later. Designed to target a previously underserved market, Sport Clips caters to men and boys by providing hassle-free hairstyling in a sports-themed environment. The company began franchising in 1995.

    Do You have What It Takes?

    • You have strong leadership, managerial and communication skills
    • You enjoy developing Team Members and being involved in the community
    • You can effectively market your business and drive sales
    • You have a passion for the Sport Clips culture
    • Our Team Leaders come from different industries - no hair care experience necessary!
    Veteran Incentives: 20% off franchise fee
    "Top                  ""  "Entrepreneur
    #4 in Gator's Top franchises.
    #37 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #17 in Franchise 500 for 2021.





    About Knockouts

    A Top Franchise Brand and Great Opportunity, Knockouts is considered one of the premier providers for men’s haircutting and grooming services in the country.
    Start your own PASSIVE business today! With a PASSIVE investment and a 3 salon Master Franchise,  Knockouts Haircuts for Men is THE BEST opportunity in Franchising


    What is passive investment? That means although focused & engaged in the business, you only need to work it 5-10 hours per week. You manage the manager!

    The Knockouts Franchise opportunity is a minimum investment in 3 salons. We are focused on fewer franchises making more money and the way we do that is provide the best master franchise opportunity available. Huge territories and unparalleled low royalties. Inquire & get started today!