Zero's Subs vs Submarina Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Zero's Subs Franchise
Submarina Franchise
Investment $150,000 - $250,000$161,818 - $334,118
Franchise Fee $15,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1967-
Year Franchised 1996-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee 10% of current franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Zero's Subs Franchise
Submarina Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Zero's Subs Franchise
    Submarina Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-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
     
    Zero's Subs Franchise
    Submarina Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Ad slicks, National mediaProfessionally designed advertising materials are provided to franchisees. Various types of print advertisements and in-store displays enhance the image and exposure of your restaurant. You will learn the most cost-effective ways of bringing in new customers and how to keep them coming back. We will help you implement a comprehensive Grand Opening promotional plan to start your restaurant in the right direction. Marketing allowances, or rebates, which manufacturers pay to Submarina are contributed to the Marketing and Promotional Fund and used for further promotion of all Submarina restaurants.
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Zero's Subs Franchise
    Submarina Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Zero's Subs

    In 1967, Gene Schmidt started ZERO'S SUBS. Zero’s Subs is one of the largest regional sandwich franchises in the U.S. with more than 30 restaurants nationally. Since its inception in Virginia Beach in 1967, Zero’s Subs has created a proven fast, casual concept which offers high-quality foods, such as hot oven-baked subs, hearth-baked bread, Hormel meats, buffalo chicken wings, innovative health-conscious salads, wraps and pizza - all under one roof.

    About Submarina

    Once you qualify as a franchisee and become a licensee of the Submarina franchise system, we put our efforts into teaching you the Submarina system. Since the success of your franchise is mainly dependent on how well you follow our system, we are committed to you every step of the way. Our effective system of operation will give you the edge necessary to create a thriving business. The Submarina franchise program provides you the following support and assistance: *Financing *Site Selection and Lease Negotiations *Restaurant Design and Construction *Training and Operations Manual *Marketing Programs *Group Purchasing Power and Proprietary Products *New Product Development *Quality Control and Ongoing Support *Development Rights Program