Whataburger vs Jack in the Box Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Whataburger Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
Investment $1,200,000$1,651,500 - $2,638,600
Franchise Fee N/A$50,000
Royalty Fee -5%
Advertising Fee -5%
Year Founded 19501951
Year Franchised 01982
Term Of Agreement -20 years
Term Of Agreement -20 years
Renewal Fee -1,651,500 to $2,638,600


Business Experience Requirements
 
Whataburger Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
Experience - *Multi-unit restaurant operations experience *Minimum liquidity of $750,000 *Minimum net worth of $1.5 million *Ability to acquire and/or develop at least 5 restaurants *Operating partner is an equity partner and resides in the desired market

Financing Options
 
Whataburger Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/Yes
Start-up Costs -/--/Yes
Equipment -/--/Yes
Inventory -/--/Yes
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Whataburger Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
Training -On-The-Job Training: 183 hours Classroom Training: 110 hours
Support -Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Whataburger Franchise
Jack in the Box Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Whataburger

A Great Company, A Great Burger. Those simple ideas have guided us through more than 70 years of Whataburger history, which began in 1950 when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger in Corpus Christi, Texas. From day one, Harmon believed that valuing his employees would ensure the success of the company, and he was right. What was once a two-man burger stand has grown to over 650 Whataburger locations across 10 states. We are an uncommon company within the burger industry, because we've never compromised the quality of our products and we genuinely respect our people. We are a family owned and operated company and everyone who works at Whataburger - from the home office to the restaurants - is referred to as a Family Member.

Whataburger doesn’t demand any kind of royalty fee.

About Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box is among the nation's leading fast-food hamburger chains, with more than 2000 quick-serve restaurants in 17 states. Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) is offering a unique opportunity to franchise with one of the most popular brands in the quick-serve restaurant ("QSR") industry. The company's emphasis on operational efficiency and franchisee-focused value innovation has led JACK to become one of the most respected and sought after brands in the industry. The company is looking to establish relationships with select multi-unit franchise operators of non-competitive brands to franchise partial or whole markets as the brand approaches reaching its goal of being an 80% franchised chain. In select seed markets- Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Oklahoma City and Tulsa, growth starts with an acquisition. Franchise recently opened company restaurants and use these locations as a platform for future market development. Seeking new franchisees to develop Amarillo, Champaign, Little Rock, Louisville and Salt Lake City. New Market Development Program: Royalty fees reduced, franchise fee waived, up to 75% of advertising fee invested into local marketing. Restrictions apply and development fees still applicable.

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