Pretzel Time vs SnoWizard Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Pretzel Time Franchise
SnoWizard Franchise
Investment $145,000 - $254,000$2,708 - $9,492
Franchise Fee $25,000N/A
Royalty Fee 7%-
Advertising Fee 1-3%-
Year Founded 1991-
Year Franchised 1992-
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Term Of Agreement 7 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Pretzel Time Franchise
SnoWizard Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Pretzel Time Franchise
SnoWizard 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
 
Pretzel Time Franchise
SnoWizard Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Pretzel Time Franchise
SnoWizard Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Pretzel Time

Pretzel Time introduced their famous soft pretzel in 1991 and have grown to become leaders in the soft pretzel category, specializing in offering steaming hot, fresh-baked, fresh twisted pretzels, pretzel dogs, freshly squeezed lemonade, and cold beverages all over the world. Pretzel Time operates over 190 stores located in 30 states and five international locations. NexCen added Pretzel Time to its QSR segment in August 2007. With the brand's commitment to fresh quality products and innovative new menu items, NexCen's marketing and branding experts will build the pretzel business beyond "just the pretzel concept in the mall," into a unified brand with strong positioning, a product innovation focus and a compelling look and feel. NexCen plans to elevate the pretzel business in consumers' minds in both the domestic and international marketplace. For more information, please visit www.pretzeltime.com

About SnoWizard

SnoWizard is your full service company, providing top quality products, information, and services necessary to establish and operate a viable SnoBall business, from our unparalleled ice shaving machine and over 150 exquisite flavors, to all required supplies.

When you purchase your machine from SnoWizard, you purchase a company supported by expertise derived from 80 years of knowledge and hands on experience; more than any one else in the business. You're more than just a sale to us, you're our customer, and we know the value of a satisfied customer. We're here to assist in making certain that your business is successful. Our knowledgeable and professional staff is always available to answer any question, anytime, and provide the correct answers. Your success is our success.
The SnoWizard management team stands ready to provide the necessary materials and guidance to assist all SnoWizard operators in meeting or exceeding realistically established goals.